Job Description
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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.
Our Brooklyn, Victoria yard is growing! Join our afternoon shift (3pm–11pm) as a hands-on operator, with the opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities.
Reporting to the Yard Manager, you’ll safely operate machinery such as excavators, forklifts, loaders, and skid steers to sort, grade, and process metals.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll also assist with general yard activities and help ensure our operations run efficiently and safely.
Your responsibilities will include:
Load and unload trucks, skip bins, and trailers
Operate plant equipment including material handlers, forklifts, loaders, and excavators (where licensed)
Grade, sort, and manage metals to meet operational and quality standards
Maintain site compliance with environmental guidelines and OH&S policies
Deliver excellent service to internal and external customers
Support afternoon shift operations with leadership and initiative
Cleaning and preparing our main production plant each day to ensure it’s ready for operation.
What we’re looking for:
Experience operating forklift – essential
Excavator, loader, skid steer, or other plant tickets – advantageous
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Hands-on approach and willingness to be flexible
Strong attention to detail, reliability, and excellent attendance
Positive, can-do attitude and openness to training to expand skills
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.
Our Brooklyn, Victoria yard is growing! Join our afternoon shift (3pm–11pm) as a hands-on operator, with the opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities.
Reporting to the Yard Manager, you’ll safely operate machinery such as excavators, forklifts, loaders, and skid steers to sort, grade, and process metals.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll also assist with general yard activities and help ensure our operations run efficiently and safely.
Your responsibilities will include:
Load and unload trucks, skip bins, and trailers
Operate plant equipment including material handlers, forklifts, loaders, and excavators (where licensed)
Grade, sort, and manage metals to meet operational and quality standards
Maintain site compliance with environmental guidelines and OH&S policies
Deliver excellent service to internal and external customers
Support afternoon shift operations with leadership and initiative
Cleaning and preparing our main production plant each day to ensure it’s ready for operation.
What we’re looking for:
Experience operating forklift – essential
Excavator, loader, skid steer, or other plant tickets – advantageous
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Hands-on approach and willingness to be flexible
Strong attention to detail, reliability, and excellent attendance
Positive, can-do attitude and openness to training to expand skills
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Operator 2- Brooklyn position is now open for candidates interested in the Operator & Technician Jobs sector. This role in Brooklyn offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operator & Technician Jobs is a plus.
