Yard Manager

Digger King is seeking a reliable and practical Yard Manager to oversee our Ballarat machinery display and yard.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is organised, takes pride in their workplace and is comfortable dealing with customers, transport companies and machinery.

Key responsibilities:

* Managing the day-to-day presentation and operation of the Ballarat yard

* Keeping the entire site secure, clean, neat and well organised

* Receiving machinery, equipment, parts and other deliveries

* Inspecting incoming deliveries and reporting any damage or discrepancies

* Coordinating customer pickups and transport movements

* Showing customers through machinery and displays when they visit

* Answering basic customer questions and referring sales enquiries to our sales team

* Keeping track of machinery entering and leaving the yard

* Ensuring machines are correctly positioned, labelled and ready for display or collection

* Carrying out basic machinery checks, including fluid levels, batteries and general condition

* Taking photos of incoming or outgoing equipment when required

* Promptly reporting any security, maintenance or presentation issues

About you:

* Reliable, trustworthy and capable of working independently

* Friendly, professional and confident dealing with customers

* Well organised, with good attention to detail

* Practical and comfortable working around earthmoving machinery

* Basic knowledge of excavators, loaders or similar equipment is preferred

* Able to use a phone, email and basic computer systems

* Physically capable of performing normal yard duties

* A current driver’s licence is required

* A forklift licence and previous machinery, transport, yard or equipment experience would be an advantage

The ideal person will treat the Ballarat site as if it were their own—making sure it is secure, professionally presented and ready for customers at all times.

This is an important position within a growing machinery business and would suit someone looking for a stable, long-term role with responsibility and variety.

To apply, please send us your résumé along with a short introduction explaining your relevant experience and why you would suit the role.