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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.

Kickstart Your Career in Metal Recycling – Trainee/Cadet Program

This is a unique chance to kickstart your career with the world’s largest metal recycler – and learn how a global business really works.

Through our Trainee/Cadet Program, you’ll learn the industry from the ground up and grow into a Trading Representative (Mobile Buyer).

It’s a proven launchpad that’s developed leaders across Sims Limited – including our current Chief Operating Officer.

About the Role

Based at our Wingfield site, you’ll get hands-on experience across various departments in a structured development program designed to prepare you for a long-term career in scrap metal trading.

You’ll gain real industry knowledge, commercial experience, and receive personal mentoring to help you thrive in our fast-paced industry.

What You’ll Do

• Rotate through key business areas to learn how we source, process, and trade metal
• Support the Commercial Team with pricing, customer service, and admin tasks
• Assist in achieving commercial targets and building customer relationships
• Learn to assess, price, and purchase scrap metal as part of your development into a Trading Representative

What’s in It for You

• A structured, hands-on training program with clear goals
• Regular mentoring from experienced managers and senior leaders
• Exposure to world-class recycling systems and sustainable business practices
• Ongoing online and on-the-job training
• A supportive team culture that values initiative and growth
• Real career progression opportunities in a global company

To be successful in this opportunity, you will have:

• A good work ethic and strong desire to build your career with the world's leading metal recycling company
• Confidence in your ability to develop & acquire the necessary skills to become an effective trading team member
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills, complimented by your flexible attitude and ability to use your own initiative
• You will be highly motivated, able to adhere to strict deadlines and work in a dynamic team environment
• Any business, commercial or customer service experience is desirable
• Current driver’s licence (required)

Interested? 

If you are ready to kickstart your career with us, please submit your resume by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.

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.