Depot Supervisor – Equipment Hire

Viking Events; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

PPE provided

Training

Job summary

Viking Events is seeking a practical Depot Supervisor to lead the Adelaide depot team and oversee daily operations. You will coordinate a small crew, plan labour and equipment, ensure equipment is ready for delivery, and support event deliveries and installations as needed.

The role involves 75% depot tasks and 25% planning, with emphasis on safety, quality and hands-on involvement. MR or forklift licences are advantageous; training and uniform are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a small team in a hands-on environment.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Practical ability with tools, equipment and basic repairs.
• Clear and respectful communication.
• Strong focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily depot team and allocate clear tasks.
• Plan the labour, vehicles and equipment for upcoming jobs.
• Ensure hire equipment is prepared, maintained and ready for delivery.
• Assist with loading, basic repairs and general depot tasks (75% depot/25% planning).
• Coordinate event deliveries, installations and collections.
• Maintain a safe, clean and well-organised depot.
• Support driving and on-site event operations when required.

Skills

Team leadership

Planning

Hands-on

Communication

Safety conscious

Tools

MR licence

Forklift licence

Job description

Viking Events | Para Hills West, South Australia

Viking Events is looking for a practical, hands-on Depot Supervisor to lead the daily operations of our Adelaide depot.

You will coordinate a small crew, allocate daily tasks and ensure vehicles and equipment are ready for upcoming jobs. This is an active role where you will work alongside the team, assist with equipment preparation and repairs, and support event deliveries and installations when required.

The General Manager will handle customer relationships, quoting and broader commercial matters, allowing you to focus on the crew, depot organisation, safety and reliable job delivery.

Key responsibilities

Lead the daily depot team and allocate clear tasks

Plan the labour, vehicles and equipment required for upcoming jobs

Ensure hire equipment is prepared, maintained and ready for delivery

Work alongside the crew with loading, basic repairs and general depot tasks (75% depot/25% planning)

Coordinate event deliveries, installations and collections

Maintain a safe, clean and well-organised depot

You may also assist with driving and on-site event operations when required.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a practical supervisor who can give clear direction, organise daily work and lead from the front.

The right person will have:

Experience leading a small team in a hands-on environment

Good planning and organisational skills

Practical ability with tools, equipment and basic repairs

Clear and respectful communication

A strong focus on safety and quality

Basic computer skills, including email and job records

Good physical fitness for an active role

The right to work in Australia

Experience in equipment hire, transport, construction, waste services, farming, warehousing or events would be useful but is not essential.

An MR truck licence or forklift licence would be an advantage.

What We Offer

Direct support from the General Manager

A varied role across depot operations and major events

The opportunity to improve how the Adelaide depot operates

Training in our equipment, systems and procedures

Uniform and personal protective equipment provided

About Viking Events

Viking Events supplies portable toilets, showers and hydration equipment for events, construction sites and temporary operations across Victoria and South Australia.

We support everything from local projects to major festivals and events. Our reputation is built on reliable service, practical solutions and equipment that is clean, maintained and ready for the job.

During the busy event season from October to April, some work may involve early starts, late finishes, regional travel and weekends. Flexibility during these periods is required.