State Engineer-NSW

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.

We are seeking an experienced State Engineer to join our team based at St Marys, NSW, reporting to the Regional Operations Manager (NSW/ACT).

In this pivotal role, you’ll ensure the safe and efficient performance of plant and equipment by managing routine and preventative maintenance, repairs, and major shutdowns. You’ll play a key part in optimising productivity, driving continuous improvement, and supporting major projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead maintenance, fault finding, repair, and shutdown activities to maximise plant performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and increase productivity
• Manage and mentor a team, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations
• Partner with Yard and Operations Managers to review and optimise equipment utilisation
• Collaborate with Project Engineering on new plant installations and commissioning
• Ensure compliance with all EHS, risk management, and statutory requirements
• Assist with budgets, CAPEX planning, and cost management

Who We're Looking For

You are a proactive, hands-on engineering leader who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment. You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
• Proven experience in plant/equipment maintenance, preferably within heavy industry
• Excellent people management and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to manage costs, budgets, and CAPEX planning
• Resilience, agility, and confidence under pressure
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal and processing techniques (advantageous)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive package: attractive salary & tool of trade (company car)
• Health Insurance: Exclusive BUPA discounts for you and your family
• Wellbeing Support: Confidential counselling through our EAP program.
• On the job training, with certified tickets and opportunities for progression
• Safety focused work environment within a supportive team
• Paid Parental Leave: 12 weeks (primary carer) or 6 weeks (non-primary)

Interested?

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

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.