The major responsibility of the Assistant Yard Managers is to assist the Yard Manager in ensuring that the main auction site and off-site locations run smoothly and safely
Job Description
The major responsibility of the Assistant Yard Managers is to assist the Yard Manager in ensuring that the main auction site and off-site locations run smoothly and safely
Responsibilities
Responsible for coordinating site preparation, auction ramp and loading ramp
Overseas the yard layout and equipment line up
Ensures the sale site is safe and up to Ritchie Brothers standards
Ensure adherence to environmental regulations of the sale location
Responsible for planning the refurbishing schedule and budget; control purchase orders and cost sheets
Liaise with subcontractors
Ensure equipment is in sale-ready condition
Arrange directional, parking and yard signs
Ensure proper attachment removal
Ensure equipment has fuel, oil and anti-freeze
Organize yard supplies per check list
Responsible for daily Supervision of operators and yard staff including scheduling of day of sale casual staff




Ensure ongoing compliance with all corporate and legislated health and safety and environmental policies, regulations and laws
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
EH&S; experience
Mechanical aptitude
Equipment Repair & Refurbishment experience
Inventory management
Part sourcing & procurement (negotiation skills)
Previous experience managing or supervising multi-disciplinary teams
Experience with industrial and / or agricultural equipment, trucks and trailers
Previous cost management experience, and a background in business fundamentals and business financial knowledge is preferred
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proven experience providing excellent customer service to customers and colleagues
Strong computer skills, including the ability to learn new programs
Top-notch written and verbal communication skills (on this job your most valuable tools will be the 2-way radio, a cell phone and a computer)
Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure workplace
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📌 Assistant Yard Manager (Western Australia)
🏢 Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers
📍 Western Australia