Yard & Equipment Operations Lead | Safety & DEI

RB Global, Inc.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ritchie Bros. in Sydney seeks a Yard and Equipment Manager to oversee auction-site operations, safety, and refurbishment activities. You will lead a team, manage yard layout and equipment preparation, and ensure alignment with sales objectives.

You will drive health and safety, environmental compliance, DEI standards, and performance metrics while coordinating with safety coordinators and supporting onboarding and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in yard and equipment operations.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, equipment handling, and environmental compliance.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage site operations.
• Forklift and Wheel Loader Tickets preferred.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments year-round.
• Willingness to travel to other auction sites

Responsibilities

• Ensure sale site safety and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Coach and develop direct and indirect reports.
• Manage customer experience at the auction site.
• Oversee yard layout, equipment lineup, and refurbishment.
• Monitor DEI standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Coordinate with EH&S and COR certification efforts.
• Lead training initiatives and onboarding of staff.
• Improve Yard and DEI processes and site advertising materials.
• Monitor KPIs and align operations with Sales objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Regional Operations Manager.

Skills

Yard operations

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Equipment handling

Forklift tickets (preferred)

Indoor/outdoor work

Travel willingness

Job description

Ritchie Bros. in Sydney seeks a Yard and Equipment Manager to oversee auction-site operations, safety, and refurbishment activities. You will lead a team, manage yard layout and equipment preparation, and ensure alignment with sales objectives.

You will drive health and safety, environmental compliance, DEI standards, and performance metrics while coordinating with safety coordinators and supporting onboarding and training initiatives.