Coates
Australia’s largest equipment hire provider offering end-to-end hire, engineering, industrial, and power & HVAC solutions.
23 hours ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
City Of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Western Australia, Australia
Onsite
Company Size
2,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
preventive maintenance
mechanical repair
fault diagnosis
service records
downtime reduction
fleet upkeep
Based at the Coates Kalgoorlie branch, you'll keep the fleet of hire equipment in prime condition and ready for the next customer.
The role focuses on performing preventative maintenance, servicing and overhauling plant equipment, diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults, maintaining service records, and minimizing equipment downtime.
- Perform preventative maintenance, servicing, and overhaul of plant equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults.
- Maintain records of all service and repair work.
- Minimise operational downtime of equipment.
Requirements
trade qualifications
engine experience
hydraulics
driver licence
forklift ticket
troubleshooting
The ideal candidate holds relevant trade qualifications, has experience with petrol and diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics and basic electrical work, possesses a driver’s licence (preferably MR or HR), and may have forklift and EWP tickets along with strong troubleshooting and preventative maintenance skills.
Internal applicants must apply via People Hub and discuss their application with their current manager.
- Relevant trade qualifications required.
- Experience with petrol and diesel motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical skills.
- Driver's licence (preferably MR or HR).
- Forklift and EWP tickets (beneficial).
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and preventative maintenance skills.
Benefits
As a member of the Coates team you’ll enjoy perks such as training and career progression pathways, flexible working options, employee discounts, a purchased additional leave program, equipment hire discounts, and novated leasing or salary sacrifice.
- Access training and career progression pathways.
- Flexible working options available.
- Employee discounts and benefits program.
- Purchased additional leave program.
- Discounts on equipment hire.
- Novated leasing and salary sacrifice options.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1885 founded
Historical Milestone
The company was established during Victoria's gold-rush era.
A$1.1B revenue
Annual Financial Performance
The company generates over A$1.1 billion in annual revenue.
140 years operating
Longevity in Industry
The company will celebrate 140 years of operation in 2025.
2025 milestone
Upcoming Anniversary
The company is gearing up to mark 140 years of continuous operation.
- It evolved from machinery manufacturing to pioneer equipment rental in Australia.
- Expanded into engineering and equipment hire, supporting global customers.
- Operates across ~150 branches and delivers oversized fleets and specialist solutions in sectors like mining, rail, infrastructure, and power.
- Beyond rental, it offers in-house temporary works engineering, industrial shutdown management, and turnkey Power & HVAC services.
- Typical projects include major construction shutdowns, remote mining tool stores, large-scale events, and complex infrastructure builds.
- The firm invests heavily in technology—IoT-enabled portals, BIM content, drones, telemetry—and collaborates with universities to develop innovative temporary-works solutions.
Culture + Values
- Care deeply
- Be our best
- Customer‑focused
- One team
Environment + Sustainability
1,720 panels
Solar panels installed
1,720 solar panels across 20 branches, reducing Scope 2 emissions by approximately 1,500 tonnes annually.
30-50% GHG
Mid-term reduction targets
Committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2026 and 50% by 2030, relative to 2020 levels.
2040 Zero
Net-zero commitment
Aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
5 pillars
Sustainability focus
Focuses on five key areas: Our People, Our Communities, Resilience, Eco-efficiency, and Greener Choices.
- Eco-efficiency actions include waste reduction, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and water management
- Greener Choices range includes hybrid, battery electric, solar, low-pollutant engines, biodiesel blends, and energy-efficient site accommodation standards
- Governance aligned to GRI standards and TCFD disclosures
Inclusion & Diversity
25% female leadership by 2025
Representation Target
The company aims for 25% of leadership roles to be held by women by 2025.
~22% managerial women at launch
Industry Benchmark
At launch, approximately 22% of managerial roles were held by women, exceeding the industry average.
85 women through LEAP program
Leadership Development
The LEAP program empowered 85 women across four cohorts, focusing on leadership, excellence, and performance.
78 women in leadership positions
Current Representation
Currently, 78 women hold leadership positions within the organization.
- Reconciliation Action Plan: target 2.5% First Nations employee representation and 10% apprentices by 2025
- Reconciliatory target: 5% of non-capital annual spend with Indigenous suppliers by 2024
- Delivered formal cultural awareness training to over 90% of workforce
- 'See It. Be It.' initiative to showcase female role models and inspire careers in heavy industry