Yard Person | Port Hedland

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

As a Yardperson based out of our Port Headland branch you will work with a dedicated team in a busy environment to ensure the branch yard is always safe, clean and organise

The role is responsible for:

• General yard duties, including cleaning of equipment and facilities
• Load and unload equipment from vehicles
• Assist mechanics with basic service and repairs of equipment

Career pathways for our Yardpersons include Driver, Trades Assistant, Equipment Maintenance Coordinator, or even an apprenticeship.

What you’ll bring to the role

Besides your exceptional customer service and professionalism, this is what we’re looking for:

• Valid drivers Licence
• Forklift Licence beneficial
• Mechanical aptitude
• Australian working rights

What you’ll get in return

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

• $32.00 per hr +  remote location allowance + housing subsity 
• Permanent role
• Full-time Monday to Friday
• 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.

Curious about what it’s like to work at Coates? To learn more, visit and read our employees’ stories on LinkedIn.

Ready To Apply
If you’d like to get on the path to success, please follow the links or apply via careers.coates.com.au

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