Transport Coordinator

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.

The Transport Coordinator **is currently based at our Moorebank branch; however, the team will relocate to our Ingleburn Branch in April**. This role is responsible for supporting the transport of equipment between branches and business units. The role is also responsible for assisting in the management of contact suppliers, ensuring the suppliers used are compliant with Coates Hire’s safety systems. The key focus of the role is to ensure the efficient and profitable coordination of equipment.

**Your new role awaits**:

- Demonstrate Safety Leadership by leading and contributing to Coates Hire’s Safety First - Zero Harm safety culture
- Ensuring the safe use of compliant transport contractors to transport equipment for both Intra and Interstate businesses.
- Source transport services for delivery and pickup of equipment for Coates Hire branches.
- Source the most cost-effective means of transport to ensure the best return on investment.
- Liaise with transport providers to obtain quotations and engage services for larger-scale transportation of equipment within the Coates Hire network.
- Liaise with the branch manager and staff in general to maintain effective communication and meet customer needs
- Liaise with Fleet and Operations departments to ensure timely delivery and pickup of equipment.
- Plan, allocate and Coordinate transport moves for customers.
- Drive effective customer service to ensure a continuing share of wallet.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures
- Maximising use of company vehicles and meeting monthly KPI’s
- Monitoring and revising driver schedules throughout the day

**What you’ll bring to the role**:

- Experience in a similar role desirable but not essential
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills - experience with TMS highly regarded
- Geographical knowledge of the Sydney metro area
- Highly organised with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- High level of written and verbal communication skills

**What you’ll get in return**:
As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a range of perks and benefits including:

- Competitive remuneration (because we value great work and believe it should be rewarded)
- Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work life with your home life
- 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
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for professional and confidential counselling and support
- 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.

**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.