Yard Operator: Equipment Prep & Safe Handling

United Rentals; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Superannuation included

Ongoing training

Career progression

Team culture

Job summary

United Rentals in Sydney is seeking a Yard Operator to ensure rental equipment is maintained, organized and ready for customer use, primarily in the branch yard and workshop.

You will inspect, clean, and stage equipment, safely load/unload, and support branch operations with efficient equipment management, contributing to smooth daily performance.

The role offers training, career progression, and a collaborative team culture within a leading equipment rental operation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in equipment rental, construction, transport, warehousing, or related industries preferred.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment (license preferred/required)
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety practices
• Capability to stand and move around the yard for extended periods
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Inspect and prepare rental equipment for customer pickup and return
• Clean and stage equipment to maintain professional presentation standards
• Safely load and unload equipment using proper handling procedures
• Organise yard areas to optimise workflow and equipment accessibility
• Conduct routine maintenance checks to ensure equipment readiness
• Support branch operations through efficient equipment management
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe yard environment

Skills

Forklift operation

WH&S knowledge

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Safety procedures

Job description

United Rentals in Sydney is seeking a Yard Operator to ensure rental equipment is maintained, organized and ready for customer use, primarily in the branch yard and workshop.

You will inspect, clean, and stage equipment, safely load/unload, and support branch operations with efficient equipment management, contributing to smooth daily performance.

The role offers training, career progression, and a collaborative team culture within a leading equipment rental operation.