Operator 2- Albury

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programmes available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimises waste and protects the environment.

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

We're looking for a hands-on, safety-focused Machine Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Yard Manager, you'll play an essential role in sorting, grading, and processing metals — all while helping deliver great service to our customers.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Safely load and unload trucks, skip bins, and trailers
• Operate machinery including forklifts and/or excavators/Sheers
• Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Grade and sort recyclable metal materials
• Follow all health and safety procedures — and lead by example

What You’ll Bring:

• A current forklift (LF) licence — or a willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently
• A proactive attitude and openness to upskilling
• Reliability, attention to detail, and pride in your work

What’s In It For You:

• Stable day shifts with family-friendly hours
• Competitive pay, in line with our Enterprise Agreement including annual increases
• Ongoing training, including certified tickets and career development
• A supportive, team-focused work culture that values safety and respect

Click ‘Apply Now and follow the prompts to upload your resume. We can't wait to welcome you to the Sims team!

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organisation whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At Sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.