National Technical Engineering Manager

About Us
Proudly Australian owned, Coates has a long history of supporting customers to deliver major projects and an exciting future focused on growth. We provide end-to-end solutions spanning Equipment Hire, Engineering Solutions, Industrial Solutions and Power & HVAC.

The next step in your career starts here…
We are seeking an experienced and visionary
National Technical Engineering Manager
to lead our engineering design function and play a pivotal role in shaping Coates' national strategy for engineered solutions.

Reporting to the General Manager – Engineering Solutions, this role is based at Ingleburn, leading a small team and overseeing the delivery of technical expertise, engineering services, and compliance standards across the business.

This role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic influence, ensuring Coates continues to provide innovative, compliant, and cost-effective solutions for our customers.

You'll Enjoy Variety In Your Role Including

• Driving an uncompromising Safety-First culture across the organisation and customer relationships.
• Designing and drafting engineered temporary works solutions using Coates' fleet of equipment, ensuring functionality, compliance, and alignment with Australian Standards.
• Providing onsite engineering services, including inspection, testing, and technical support.
• Managing the delivery of engineering certifications, leveraging both internal and external chartered engineers.
• Developing best-practice, cost-effective designs that meet legislative and environmental requirements.
• Identifying opportunities to enhance and expand Coates' technical offerings in line with market trends and customer needs.
• Building strong industry presence by representing Coates through professional memberships, industry networks, and trade shows.
• Leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing team with a focus on accountability, performance, and growth.
• Ensuring full compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety protocols

What You'll Get In Return
We provide our team with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Development and career progression pathways
• Access to our employee discounts, benefits and wellbeing program
• Purchased additional leave program
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
• 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave in addition to government parental leave scheme
• Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation

What You'll Bring To The Role
We're looking for a dynamic leader with a mix of technical expertise and commercial acumen. You'll be a strong communicator who can influence at all levels and thrive in a fast-paced, solution-driven environment.

To Be Successful, You Will Have

• MIE Aust, CPEng, NER & RPEQ qualified in Civil & Structural discipline
• Civil and/or Structural Engineering Degree qualification as recognised by the Institution of Engineers Australia
• Extensive experience delivering engineered solutions within construction, infrastructure, or industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of legislative, environmental, and compliance standards relevant to temporary works and equipment design.
• Demonstrated success in leading technical teams and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to balance innovation, safety, and cost-efficiency.
• A passion for safety and continuous improvement.

Looking for more reasons to join Coates?
At Coates, we know that people, organisations and communities thrive when everyone feels valued and included.

We're proud to be implementing our second Reconciliation Action Plan and are committed to improving gender representation. We also provide opportunities for growth through our leadership and development programs.

But our impact doesn't stop there. Coates supports local and national charities through the Coates Foundation and invests in more sustainable equipment solutions to help create a greener future for all.

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Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Coates. Equipped for you.