Shutdown 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**:
The Shutdown Manager is responsible for the operational execution of shutdowns for the West Business Unit. A key focus of the role is to establish professional and reliable teams to deliver relentless customer service across a scheduled project calendar, as well as partnering with the Sales team to deliver successful shutdowns on time and within budget. This role requires frequent travel.

**A typical day will include**:

- Lead our uncompromising Safety-First culture throughout the organisation and customer relationships.
- Drive a proactive approach to growing share of wallet by regularly meeting with relevant Sales team members; deeply seek to understand the client’s plans and needs.
- Work with the Business Development Manager and key sales staff to effectively price shutdown work.
- Drive the strategic plans relating to leading, planning and managing the major shutdowns and project teams.
- Ensure effective financial and cost management of shutdowns are achieved by meeting agreed budget, revenue, KPI’s and profitability targets
- Management and development of overall shutdown delivery and support infrastructure and resources
- Establish and mobilise a strong and reliable shutdown team/s, ensure relentless customer focus and service, understand system and site safety requirements and any additional services and resources needed to fulfil the shutdown / scope of work and project manage the job.
- Train, develop & monitor performance of shutdown team/s and manage their development to maximise employee engagement, productivity, and business results.

**About you**:

- Demonstrated safety improvement results
- Experience managing a large, operationally diverse workforce in the construction, warehousing or mining industries
- Proven maintenance management experience (ideally in mining, petro chemical, or manufacturing)
- Proven competency in project management delivery
- Demonstrated ability to foster strong professional relationships
- The ability to drive operational and process improvements
- Mechanical trade background and current forklift ticket (advantageous)

**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