Machine Operator

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.

Your new role

We're seeking a motivated individual with strong time management skills to join our team at the Pinelands yard. This is an exciting, hands-on opportunity to work alongside an experienced, professional team for a global industry leader.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Load & unload trucks and trailers.

• Operate equipment, including excavator and or material handler.

• Ensure customers receive a high level of service

• Grading and sorting materials

• Demonstrating personal responsibility for and commitment to OH&S policies and procedures

To be successful in this opportunity, you will have:

• A valid excavator ticket is required

• Strong ability to work independently

• Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment

• Positive, can-do attitude, with a willingness to undergo training to expand your skill set

• Exceptional reliability, attendance, and attention to detail

Desirable criteria:

• Experience operating heavy machinery

• Previous experience in the scrap metal industry

Why Sims?

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

• Prioritise your mental and emotional well-being with confidential counselling and support services through our tailored EAP program.

• BUPA Discounts: Access exclusive health insurance discounts for you and your loved ones.

• Exposure to world-class recycling solutions with a truly promote-from-within culture.

• Protect your financial security with complimentary salary continuance insurance.

• This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career, where you will be supported to build your leadership and management capability.

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.