Class 4 Driver - Hook Truck

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.

This role involves the use of a truck with a Hook Lift unit to collect scrap metal. Reporting to the Transport Supervisor, you will be responsible for providing timely bin collection services with a focus on safety, customer service, punctuality, and a great, flexible attitude. 

Full training will be provided for the successful applicants!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring efficient service to customers by collecting scrap metal in a timely manner.
• Communicating with management to identify any on-site concerns regarding OHS, environmental, or collection issues arising.
• Following a daily work plan for routine collections, our site safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Operating any additional mobile plant/equipment (forklift, excavator, etc. where licensed) to assist with collection/loading.
• Participate in various continuous improvement and other programs as required.

To be successful in this opportunity, you will have:

• A current NZ Class 4 (or more) Driver Licence – with the ability to operate a Hook Lift Unit.
• The ability to drive a truck with a road ranger gearbox.
• High levels of customer service, good communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously or in a team environment.
• Flexibility with both transport and operations.
• A can-do attitude, you will be open to undertaking training to diversify your skills.

Desirable criteria:

• Forklift and/or WTR tickets highly regarded.
• Ability to operate Gantry lift unit.
• Ability to operate Truck Mounted Crane.

In return, we offer:

• A competitive remuneration package (including overtime if eligible).
• On-the-job training, with certified tickets and progression opportunities.
    

Interested?

Click "Apply" and upload your cover letter and resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Applications Close
01 October 2025, 11:00pm NZDT

Why Sims?

• Join an environmentally conscious company recognised as the most sustainable corporation in 2024 on Corporate Knights's Global 100 index. We are dedicated to ecologically sound practices, minimising waste, and protecting the environment.

• Parental Leave: 12 weeks paid parental leave at base pay for the nominated Primary Career; or 6 weeks paid parental leave at base pay for the nominated Non-Primary Carer/ Partner.
• Southern Cross: Access exclusive health insurance discounts for you and your loved ones.
• We help you to save for your retirement by matching employee's KiwiSaver contributions of 3%.
• Prioritise your mental and emotional well-being with confidential counselling and support services through our tailored EAP program.

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.