Engineering Manager

**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 **

Coates currently has a great exciting opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join our Engineering Solutions business. In this key role you will be working across our high profile projects which will include the planning and execution of specialised product installations on customer sites. You will manage end to end installations of our specialist structural and temporary works products whilst working closely with our customers, ensuring compliance with WHS legislation, Australian Standards, local regulatory bodies, build code and internal policies & procedures.

**A typical day will include**:

- Lead our uncompromising Safety-First culture throughout the organisation and customer relationships.
- Ensure the compliancy of work to Coates policies and national/local code of practices
- Develop and supervise the preparation of construction methodology, sequencing and quality assurance to ensure compliance with design documentation for all installations
- Manage construction teams, delegate tasks and monitor productivity
- Work collaboratively with Coates branches to organise plant, equipment and resourcing
- Develop and foster strong working relationships with customers keeping them informed of progres, anticipated delays and/or variations
- Management and supervision of all sub-contractors during the installation process
- Foster a working relationship with operations and sales to ensure timely and accurate delivery of customer expectations
- Providing expertise and site specific input to the Engineering and Technical team to enable optimal design and installation methodology.
- Work with the Sales and Engineering and Technical team in managing the quotation process for the installation of specialised equipment.Undertake any additional duties within your skill set to complete jobs within scheduled timeframe in a safe manner

**What you’ll bring to the role**
- Proven construction experience
- The ability to provide and manage risk assessments and work method statements
- Be focused on developing and coaching your team
- Be a strategic thinker with strong problem solving and decision-making ability

**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.

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