Yard & Forklift Operator — Day Shift | Recycling Site

Sims Metal; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Attractive benefits

Job summary

Sims Limited in Sydney is seeking an Operator - Day Shift to support the recycling facility, working with customers, drivers, and the operations team to receive, process, and organise recyclable materials while maintaining a safe yard environment.

You will operate a forklift, manage traffic, and help ensure a clean, safe site with adherence to procedures. A forklift licence and prior yard/industrial experience are preferred, with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence (essential).
• Previous yard hand experience, ideally within the waste, recycling, scrap metal, or a similar industrial environment.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people.
• A resilient, adaptable, and hands-on approach to work.
• Knowledge of traffic control would be highly regarded.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assist customers, visitors, and delivery drivers within the yard.
• Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move materials safely.
• Managing traffic control and maintaining a safe flow of vehicles throughout the site.
• Inspect, sort, and process incoming recyclable materials.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions.
• Assist with general yard duties and other operational tasks as required.
• Deliver outstanding customer service and represent the business professionally.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Traffic control

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Sims Limited in Sydney is seeking an Operator - Day Shift to support the recycling facility, working with customers, drivers, and the operations team to receive, process, and organise recyclable materials while maintaining a safe yard environment.

You will operate a forklift, manage traffic, and help ensure a clean, safe site with adherence to procedures. A forklift licence and prior yard/industrial experience are preferred, with a strong focus on safety and reliability.