Yard Coordinator (Laverton)

Yard Coordinator (Laverton)

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Inc. | Melbourne, Victoria, AU

Posted 4 days ago

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Description

The Yard Coordinator is responsible for assisting with inspection of incoming vehicles at assigned Branch location. Responsibilities include vehicle check-in, digital imaging, vehicle clean-up and preservation, auction numbering/preparation, and responding to customer needs


Job Description



  • Vehicle check-in by recording and filing information on incoming vehicles being assigned to the facility

  • Detail (thoroughly clean) vehicles to improve their appearance for purposes of enhancing their value at auction

  • Operate passenger vehicles in a safe manner for the purposes of moving the vehicles around the facility and/or participating in drive-through auctions

  • Numbering, preparation and set up for weekly/biweekly auction

  • Recover keys, license plates, and other information or objects from vehicles at the facility and store them in the appropriate locations at the branch

  • Assist visitors by providing appropriate guidance and/or directing them to the appropriate person for additional assistance

  • Perform basic forklift/loader operation

  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures

  • Reads and understands documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and other procedural documents, and ensures adherence to applicable safety and environmental rules in order to provide a safe business for customers and employees

  • Remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in assigned work area

  • Meets key performance metrics, including daily, weekly, and monthly goals

  • Must be willing to learn how to operate a forklift (may not be required in certain facilities)

  • Capable of interacting effectively and supportively with customers & towers

  • Capable of performing and/or assisting with light maintenance of vehicles

  • Must be able to perform activities that involve stooping, bending, standing, and walking for reasonable periods of time

  • Ability to work in varying climates, weather conditions, and walking surfaces, inside and outside

  • General mechanical knowledge of makes and models of vehicles required

  • Ability to function well as part of a team

  • *Valid driver’s license & ability to operate vehicles (may not be required in certain facilities)

  • Ability to apply appropriate use of security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect Company and customer assets

  • Ability to apply appropriate use of personal protective equipment (i.e., safety gloves, safety glasses)

  • Ability to avoid accidents by recognizing potentially unsafe situations and responding appropriately when accidents occur

  • Ability to follow appropriate industry specific regulations related to the handling of hazardous materials

  • Acts as a role model and coaches, mentors, and manages a team of accounting specialist in the execution of department and company goals (non-people management)

  • Duties are subject to change, based on business needs

  • Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned


Qualifications



  • 2-3 year related Experience

  • Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related field preferred

  • Previous forklift operating experience is a plus

  • Basic automotive repair skills

  • Proficiency with handheld PDA

  • Must be willing to learn how to operate a forklift

  • Capable of interacting effectively and supportively with customers & towers

  • Capable of performing and/or assisting with light maintenance of vehicles

  • Must be able to perform activities that involve stooping, bending, standing, and walking for reasonable periods of time

  • General mechanical knowledge of makes and models of vehicles required

  • Ability to function well as part of a team

  • Work both indoors and outdoors year-round, and climb on and off large equipment and trucks


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