Boilermaker

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.

Boilermaker / Maintenance All-Rounder

Are you a trade-qualified Boilermaker (Heavy Fabrication) who’s just as comfortable stepping in to support maintenance fitters as you are behind the welder? At Sims Metal, we’re looking for a hands-on problem solver to keep our recycling yard moving.

The Role
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in keeping our fixed and mobile plant operating at its best. From fabrication to breakdown support, you’ll enjoy plenty of variety in your day.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Completing safe, efficient repairs to maximise machine availability
• Tackling both planned and unplanned maintenance activities
• Recommending improvements to plant performance and work practices
• Rolling up your sleeves to keep a clean, organised workspace
• Working side by side with fitters and other trades to get the job done
• Pitching in with overtime during breakdowns and shutdowns when required

What You’ll Bring

• Trade Qualified- Certificate III in Heavy Fabrication -  (essential)
• Forklift and EWP license (highly regarded)
• Strong background in maintenance, servicing, and repairs
• Welding and fabrication skills across MIG, ARC, and oxy cutting
• Experience in a heavy industrial or production environment
• A proactive, team-focused attitude

Why Join Sims?
At Sims, you’ll be part of something bigger — helping to create a cleaner, more sustainable future while working with a globally recognised industry leader.

Here’s what’s on offer:

• Be part of a company ranked #1 on Corporate Knights' Global 100 in 2024
• Enjoy paid parental leave (12 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers)
• Save with tax-effective Novated Lease vehicle options

• 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
• Access exclusive BUPA health insurance discounts for you and your family

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.