Operator 1-Milperra

Sims Metal; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Parental leave

Health benefits / BUPA discounts

Overtime pay

Novated leasing options

Career progression opportunities

Superannuation education

Job summary

Sims Metal is seeking an experienced Operator to join our Milperra recycling operations team. Reporting to the Yard Supervisor, you will operate forklifts, excavators, and other mobile plant to load, process, and dispatch recyclable materials safely and efficiently.

This permanent day-shift role offers ongoing training, a supportive team, and opportunities for career progression within a global metal recycling leader. A Forklift Licence and commitment to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence and practical operating experience.
• Experience operating heavy mobile plant and equipment.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Reliable, positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Team-focused approach and willingness to help where needed.
• Knowledge of metal grading or recycling processes (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, excavators and other mobile plant safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers and skip bins.
• Sort, grade and process ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Assist with receival, processing and dispatch of recyclables.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Follow health, safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Identify and report hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Support general yard operations and site activities as required.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to drivers, suppliers and customers.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy mobile plant operation

Health and safety

Independent work

Team player

Metal grading knowledge (desirable)

Job description

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.

Operator

We are looking for an experienced Operator to join our Milperra recycling operations team. Reporting to the Yard Supervisor, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of our busy site, operating a range of mobile equipment including forklifts, excavators, and other plant while helping to process and recycle valuable materials.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, working outdoors, and being part of a supportive team. If you're looking for a stable role with long-term career opportunities, ongoing training, and the chance to contribute to a more sustainable future, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a permanent day shift position, generally working 6:00am to 2:00pm, with flexibility required as finish times may vary to meet operational needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating forklifts, excavators and other mobile plant safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading trucks, trailers and skip bins.
• Sorting, grading and processing ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Assisting with the receival, processing and dispatch of recyclable materials.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Following health, safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Supporting general yard operations and site activities as required.
• Delivering outstanding customer service to drivers, suppliers and customers.

What You’ll Bring

• Current Forklift Licence and practical operating experience.
• Previous experience operating heavy mobile plant and equipment.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• A reliable, positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Team‑focused approach with a willingness to help wherever needed.
• Knowledge of metal grading and recycling processes (desirable but not essential).

Why Work For Us

• Join an environmentally conscious organisation
• A competitive salary with overtime
• Opportunity to gain further certification and career progression
• Company Paid Parental leave: 12 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers
• Health and wellbeing support: BUPA discounts and an Employee Assistance Program
• Novated leasing options providing convenience and savings
• Access exclusive superannuation sessions tailored to enhance your understanding and management of superannuation benefits

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 ofemployees 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.