Forklift-Certified Yard Operator: Metal Recycling

Australian Metal Recycling; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time role

Training and machinery operating skill

Seven-site network support

Job summary

Australian Metal Recycling provides scrap metal recycling services across NSW and operates a Tamworth depot as part of a seven-yard network. We are seeking a reliable, hands-on Yard Hand to join the team and contribute to efficient yard operations.

You will work Monday to Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm, performing physical tasks, loading/unloading, and using machinery with proper training. A forklift licence is essential and experience in similar environments is valued.

Qualifications

• Current forklift licence is essential.
• Experience in yard, warehouse or recycling environments is desirable.
• Comfortable working outdoors and performing physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Sorting, separating and processing scrap metal.
• Loading and unloading from trucks and customer vehicles.
• Operating machinery and equipment, with training provided where required.
• Assisting customers and suppliers with scrap metal deliveries.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised yard.
• Follow safe work procedures and support the yard team.

Skills

Safety awareness

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Excavator

Job description

Australian Metal Recycling provides scrap metal recycling services across NSW and operates a Tamworth depot as part of a seven-yard network. We are seeking a reliable, hands-on Yard Hand to join the team and contribute to efficient yard operations.

You will work Monday to Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm, performing physical tasks, loading/unloading, and using machinery with proper training. A forklift licence is essential and experience in similar environments is valued.