Auction Yard Specialist

Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers; Geelong; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers Geelong seeks a Yard Staff member to support auction day operations. You will receive, process, line up, and check-out consigned equipment, assist with display prep, and ensure safety and customer service standards.

Responsibilities include equipment checks, basic maintenance on RBA-owned equipment, operating forklifts, vehicle and signage setup, and coordinating with internal and external customers to deliver a smooth auction experience.

Responsibilities

• Receives/releases (checks-in/checks-out) consigned equipment for auction.
• Uses an auction listing to line up equipment for display prior to auction.
• Drives/operates heavy and light equipment.
• Performs facility inspections (per checklists) and provides housekeeping or maintenance services as necessary.
• Performs basic maintenance on RBA owned equipment.
• Manages keys for equipment.
• Operates forklift to load/unload stationary row equipment.
• Basic assembly of equipment i.e. dozer blades, etc.
• Checks fluid and fuel levels on equipment.
• Sets out signage, flagging, and trash receptacles for auction day.
• Drives sound truck.
• Holds ‘This item for sale sign’ (stick person).
• Places operators in rolling stock.
• Parks sold equipment on the ramp.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Good customer service to both internal and external customers.

Job description

Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers Geelong seeks a Yard Staff member to support auction day operations. You will receive, process, line up, and check-out consigned equipment, assist with display prep, and ensure safety and customer service standards.

Responsibilities include equipment checks, basic maintenance on RBA-owned equipment, operating forklifts, vehicle and signage setup, and coordinating with internal and external customers to deliver a smooth auction experience.