Tradeperson - Hume

**About us**

You’ve probably heard of Coates or seen our orange hire equipment on job sites around Australia. But we’re more than just scissor lifts and diggers. We’re an end-to-end solutions company operating across five key areas: Equipment Hire; Engineering Solutions; Industrial Solutions; Power & HVAC; and Training.

We’re proudly Australian-owned, with a long history of supporting customers to deliver major projects, and an exciting future focused on digital transformation, sustainability, and growth.

At Coates, we understand that we’re nothing without great people. So, you don’t just work for us, we work for you. We’re here to support and equip you with great training and development, flexible work options and a positive team environment to help you build your career from the ground up or take it to the next level.

**Your new role awaits**

Located at our **Hume Branch**, as our **Tradesperson** you'll be responsible for ensuring that our extensive range of portables and amenities is in tip top shape and ready for hire.

Besides assisting with the safe and efficient maintenance, service, and repair of equipment in our yard, you'll also be hopping in the company service vehicle and visiting our client's sites to perform repairs.

A trade qualification is not necessary, but experience in a handyman type of role (carpenter, joiner, installations, etc ) would be ideal.

You’ll learn the ropes in a supportive, team orientated environment.

**A typical day will include**

As well as providing a high level of customer service, you will also need to:

- Conduct general maintenance on site sheds.
- Assist with basic service and repair of non-high-risk equipment in a workshop environment.
- Drive locally and interstate to undertake repairs and maintenance as requested.
- Load and unload equipment from vehicles.
- Perform general yard duties, including cleaning of equipment and facilities to ensure a safe and organised yard.
- Promote a **Safety First - Zero Harm** safety culture

**What you’ll bring to the role**

As well as having experience in a similar role, ideally you will have the following:

- Current Drivers Licence
- Forklift Licence (Beneficial)
- Working at heights ticket
- Asbestos card
- White card

Bring your flexible, positive attitude to work every day and enjoy being part of a supportive team.

**What you’ll get in return**

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a range of perks and benefits including:

- Attractive hourly rates and Permanent Full-time contract
- Training and development to help build your career and equip you for success.
- Purchased extra leave program if you want some more time to do the things you love
- Discounted hire equipment so you can finally finish that home reno job
- Supportive and inclusive team culture that empowers you to do your best work
- Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation so you can connect to your community

**Why Coates?**

At Coates, we know that people, organisations and communities thrive when everyone feels valued and included. So, we’re proud to be implementing our second Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and working to continually improve gender representation and the development of our future female leaders via our annual LEAP program.

Safety always comes first at Coates. Our safety-driven processes and policies aim to ensure all stakeholders go to work and return home safely to their families and communities.

And to deliver on our wider people and planet responsibilities, we’re committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and supporting our national charities and local communities through the Coates Foundation.

**Ready to apply?**

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. We’re committed to continually increasing the diversity of our workforce, including leadership levels. We actively encourage all people to apply.

**Coates. Equipped for you.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Parental leave
- Referral program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Hume, ACT 2620: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Asbestos Awareness Certification (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person