Coates

With Australia's summer set to be one of the hottest on record, now’s the time to plan ahead for your industrial cooling needs. Kurt Edwards, National Manager for Coates Power & HVAC, explains the top temporary cooling solutions available for hire to keep your site cool and your workers safe. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ghQsrWuc

The Coates Foundation turns three today! Our teams across the country have volunteered their time and skills in record numbers, more than tripling our volunteer hours in FY24. To mark this milestone, five team members share their experience of supporting their local charity partner. https://lnkd.in/gigmqJcQ

“One of the best aspects of working in this industry is the opportunity for career progression – something I never imagined when I joined Coates 15 years ago as a plastic barrier welder, straight out of high school. After 11 years in Operations, I then moved into Sales. My proudest accomplishments are recently being named Salesperson of the Year in the North BU and participating in the HRIA and ARA exchange program in 2017 where I spent 3 weeks working at two rental companies in the USA. I’m motivated to ‘be my best’ and win business, but I think a good salesperson is reliable and offers real value to customers. I enjoy travelling around Queensland to visit customers, often at mines. I strive to achieve positive outcomes for them by asking questions to better understand their challenges and setting realistic expectations. As a bridge between the customer and Coates, my deep understanding of the business helps me to deliver the best possible experience for them.” Brandon Gilbert Major Account Manager

“A special thank you to all the passionate Coates volunteers who have helped in our warehouse and at Farms to Families markets. The Coates team is well-known for their hard work and friendly smiles.” – Danielle Johnson, Corporate Partnerships Lead, Foodbank Victoria. As we reflect on the scale of the food insecurity crisis in Australia and the achievements of our team in 2024, thank you to our volunteers for their dedication to supporting the vital work of our Coates Foundation partner. 🔸 1 in 5 Australians are affected by food insecurity 🔸 50% of people seeking food relief are doing so for the first time 🔸 $86,000 donated by the Coates Foundation to Foodbank 🔸 216 volunteer hours contributed by our South BU team 🔸 32,462 kgs of food packed and distributed by our volunteers 🔸 64,924 meals provided to families in need

Coates has completed one of NSW’s largest traffic barrier installations on the M7-M12 Integration Project for John Holland. In just under three months, our Traffic team installed over 45,000 meters of barriers, creating a safe working environment and improving traffic flow around the construction zones. Discover how we're driving value, safety and sustainability for this major road network upgrade in Western Sydney. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g4V59mUb

Thank you for sharing your story, Julie. We're proud to support the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia through the Humpty Dumpty Foundation – your experience highlights the impact of their vital work.

“I’ve been with Coates for just over three years, and I’ve been pleasantly surprised by how deeply our company values are woven into daily work life. My colleagues truly embody these values, creating a supportive and collaborative environment that I’m proud to be part of. Working in this industry provides a unique opportunity to see the impact we have on the communities we operate in, whether that’s supporting a customer on a major infrastructure project or volunteering for a charity partner through the Coates Foundation. I’m responsible for planning, directing and coordinating our remuneration and benefits activities. A typical day involves preparing for key events like the annual review, analysing incentive outcomes, assessing our gender pay practices and reviewing job descriptions to maintain competitiveness, helping us to retain our talented employees and attract new ones. What I enjoy about my role most is collaborating with my team to ensure our remuneration and benefits positively impact both employees and customers, helping to make Coates a fantastic place to work.” Odette Di Scala Head of Remuneration & Benefits

Thank you to IGS Group for developing our new Revit (BIM) and AutoCAD library, designed to enhance the efficiency of temporary works design. Check it out today! https://lnkd.in/gdfYMn3J

Discover how Coates partnered with the Australian Army and Indigenous Civil Group (ICG) to deliver vital infrastructure and facilities to Amata, a remote First Nations community in South Australia. “I hope that we can lead the way, setting a benchmark for how big businesses and Indigenous businesses can work together to achieve meaningful outcomes,” said Phil Jackson, Director and Founder for ICG, and a proud Yorta Yorta man. Read the case study: https://lnkd.in/gZ9K39PF

WA customers, keep your eyes peeled! 👀 Our West BU team are sporting new, custom-designed TradeMutt shirts packed with incredible details celebrating their state. From iconic landmarks like Perth’s Elizabeth Quay and the Bungle Bungles in the Kimberley, to silhouettes of our fleet, every element tells a story. Designed in collaboration with TIACS and TradeMutt, the West BU’s eye-catching hi-vis shirt aims to start conversations about mental health among our people, customers and communities. “A great deal of time and thought has gone into the design of this print to ensure it represents WA and our business,” said James Naylor, Executive General Manager - West. Special thanks to Brett Mayo, Claire Van Der Putten, Shaun Fitzpatrick, Jason Bravington, Simon Rieschiek and Nick Ball for their creativity and commitment in bringing this idea to life.