Yard Supervisor-Broadmeadows

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.

Our Broadmeadows site has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and driven team member to step into a Yard Supervisor role. This position is ideal for those looking to take the next step in their career, or for current employees interested in transferring from another VIC yard.

The Role

As Yard Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient day-to-day operations of the yard. Working closely with the Yard Manager and Trading Manager, you will support the team to meet production targets, uphold safety and quality standards, and build a positive, engaged workplace culture.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll also operate machinery when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the yard operations team, promoting a strong safety culture
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality requirements
• Monitor quality and classification of incoming materials
• Drive performance to meet KPI targets and recommend improvements
• Support buying practices in line with site and business standards
• Analyse production data to identify opportunities to improve yields
• Operate machinery as required to assist daily operations
• Foster communication and engagement across the 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.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realise their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, colour, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination. 

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.