Operations Supervisor

Coates Hire Operations Pty Limited; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression pathways

Employee discounts and wellbeing

Purchased additional leave program

Job summary

Coates Hire Operations Pty Limited is seeking an Operations Supervisor based at the Hume Portables branch. You will deliver portable building solutions and lead teams to ensure timely, quality outcomes across customer projects.

This permanent full-time position requires a relevant trade qualification or experience in construction. You will manage logistics, ensure safety compliance, and promote a clean work environment while building strong customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification or experience in construction, building, or hire equipment.
• Strong site experience with risk assessments and SWMS management.
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate projects across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee installation of portable buildings.
• Lead and supervise operational teams for quality outcomes.
• Act as primary onsite contact for customers and manage relationships.
• Coordinate logistics and resources with branch teams.
• Manage site conditions and schedule changes to minimize downtime.
• Lead safety on-site and ensure compliance with HSEQ.
• Complete hire schedules, inspections, and project documentation.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer relationship management

Planning and coordination

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Education

Relevant trade qualification or similar experience

Tools

Forklift license

EWP (>11m) license

Basic Rigging license

Job description

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• Annual salary + vehicle
• Permanent full-time position
• Based at Hume
• Working on customer sites

Based at the Coates Hume Portables branch, the Operations Supervisor plays a key role in delivering end‑to‑end portable building and temporary facility solutions across a range of customer projects and sites. Acting as the on‑site Coates representative, you will lead teams, coordinate logistics, manage safety and work closely with customers to ensure high‑quality, compliant outcomes aligned with Coates’ Safety First – Zero Harm culture.

Your typical day will include:

• Planning, coordinating and overseeing the supply and installation of portable buildings and temporary facilities
• Leading and supervising operational and installation teams to achieve safe, timely and quality outcomes
• Acting as the primary on‑site contact for customers, managing relationships and expectations
• Coordinating plant, equipment, logistics and resourcing in collaboration with branch teams and contractors
• Managing site conditions, scheduling changes and variations to minimise delays and downtime
• Leading safety on site, including prestarts, toolbox talks and ensuring compliance with HSEQ requirements
• Ensuring hire schedules, inspections and project documentation are completed accurately
• Promoting a clean, safe and organised work environment across sites and facilities

What you’ll get in return

We provide our team with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Development and career progression pathways
• Access to our employee discounts, benefits and wellbeing program
• Purchased additional leave program

What you’ll bring to the role

• A relevant trade qualification or experience in construction, building, installation, facilities or hire equipment environments
• Strong site experience, including the preparation and management of risk assessments and SWMS
• Experience leading teams and coordinating work across customer projects or multiple sites
• A customer‑focused mindset with the ability to build strong working relationships
• Strong planning, organisational and problem‑solving skills
• A safety‑first approach with a strong focus on compliance and organised work practices
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)
• Forklift, EWP (>11m) or Basic Rigging licences are advantageous but not essential

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