Team Leader - OLRP

Founded in Australia in 1917, Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling and circular solutions for technology. We play a critical role in advancing circularity and decarbonisation by supplying recycled materials and re-purposed products that help preserve our planet.  

At Sims, we believe in developing our people. With a strong promote-from-within philosophy and a range of programmes that support continuous learning, we offer opportunities for meaningful, long-term careers. Employing more than 4,100 people worldwide, we operate over 155 facilities across 13 countries. As an ASX-listed company, Sims provides the stability, transparency, and professional growth opportunities of a publicly traded organisation, all driven by our purpose: to create a world without waste.

Your New Role

Reporting to the Yard Supervisor, you will play a key role in leading the day-to-day activities of our recycling facility. As a hands-on Team Leader, you'll work alongside the team to ensure operations are carried out safely, efficiently, and productively while helping to create a positive and supportive work environment.

You will provide guidance and direction to yard employees, coordinate daily tasks, and lead by example in safety, customer service, and operational excellence. Alongside your leadership responsibilities, you'll operate or learn to operate a variety of mobile plant and equipment, including excavators and forklifts, to sort, grade and process ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader to take the next steps in their career and develop their leadership skills within a growing business.

What You'll Be Doing 

• Lead and support the yard team to ensure daily activities are completed safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate work priorities and assist with the allocation of tasks across the team.
• Act as a role model for safety, teamwork and operational excellence.
• Operate plant and equipment, including forklifts
• Grade, sort and process ferrous and non-ferrous metals to meet operational and quality requirements.
• Assist with receiving, processing and dispatching recyclable materials.
• Monitor housekeeping standards and maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Identify, report and assist in addressing hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions.
• Support customer interactions and deliver a positive experience for drivers, suppliers and customers.
• Work closely with the Yard Supervisor to help drive productivity, performance and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring 

• Current Forklift Licence and or operating experience an advantage but not required
• Previous experience in a leadership
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to lead by example and support the development of others.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and a team-first approach.
• Ability to work independently, make decisions and take initiative.
• Knowledge of metal grading and recycling processes would be highly regarded.
• A willingness to learn, grow and develop your leadership capability.

What We Offer

• Career Growth - Ongoing learning and internal promotion pathways
• Paid Parental Leave - 12 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers
• Health Benefits - BUPA discounts for you and your family
• Wellbeing Support - Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Tools - Tailored superannuation sessions to support your financial future

To apply, submit your CV and a brief cover letter as to why you would be a great fit for the role. We look forward to hearing from you.