Engineering Solutions Specialist at Coates in Dandenong, Victoria, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

site visits

relationship building

temporary works

engineering solutions

safety culture

product awareness

Visit customer sites to assess challenges and identify how Coates’ engineered solutions can make their projects safer, smarter, and more efficient.
Build strong relationships with civil and construction contractors, designers, and project teams.
Work with industry-leading temporary works solutions
This is your chance to combine your engineering know-how with commercial impact — helping deliver smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions that shape Australia’s infrastructure future.
Champion Coates’ Safety-First culture, ensuring best practice on every site.
Partner with local and regional sales and operations teams to drive product awareness and technical expertise.

Requirements

customer focus

communication

solution selling

shoring

structural propping

problem solving

A customer-first mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Experience in technical solution selling within at least one key area — Shoring, Structural Propping, or Water Management.
Resilience, curiosity, and a desire to learn, grow, and progress within Coates.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate technical expertise into customer value.

Benefits

Purchased additional leave program
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible start and finish times
Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
We provide our team with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:
Access to our employee discounts, benefits & wellbeing program
Development and career progression pathways
Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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Company

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

Articles

News

Customer stories

Equipment Hire – view equipment categories

Engineering Solutions – Ask an engineer

Role

Description

site visits

relationship building

temporary works

engineering solutions

safety culture

product awareness

Visit customer sites to assess challenges and identify how Coates’ engineered solutions can make their projects safer, smarter, and more efficient.
Build strong relationships with civil and construction contractors, designers, and project teams.
Work with industry-leading temporary works solutions
This is your chance to combine your engineering know-how with commercial impact — helping deliver smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions that shape Australia’s infrastructure future.
Champion Coates’ Safety-First culture, ensuring best practice on every site.
Partner with local and regional sales and operations teams to drive product awareness and technical expertise.

Requirements

customer focus

communication

solution selling

shoring

structural propping

problem solving

A customer-first mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Experience in technical solution selling within at least one key area — Shoring, Structural Propping, or Water Management.
Resilience, curiosity, and a desire to learn, grow, and progress within Coates.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate technical expertise into customer value.

Benefits

Purchased additional leave program
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible start and finish times
Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
We provide our team with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:
Access to our employee discounts, benefits & wellbeing program
Development and career progression pathways
Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

People also searched

Company

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

Articles

News

Customer stories

Equipment Hire – view equipment categories

Engineering Solutions – Ask an engineer