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 secure 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

📌 Yard Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers
📍 Melbourne