Yard Supervisor

GFG Alliance; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service leave after 5 years

Parental leave benefits

Health cover with nib Health Insurance

Employee discounts across major brands

Novated leasing options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Development opportunities

Job summary

InfraBuild Recycling in Australia is seeking a hands-on Yard Supervisor to lead daily yard operations, coordinate labour and equipment, and ensure production targets are met with safety at the forefront.

You will work with the Branch Manager to develop operators, run toolbox talks, maintain records, and build strong relationships with customers and contractors while upholding InfraBuild safety policies.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in a yard or similar operation.
• Strong safety leadership and culture building.
• Experience operating mobile plant such as excavators and skid steers.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily yard activities, ensuring labour and equipment are allocated to meet targets.
• Support the Branch Manager and Supervisor with coaching and development of operators.
• Lead toolbox meetings and maintain a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and operational policies.
• Identify workplace hazards and implement controls to maintain safe operation.
• Build positive relationships with customers and contractors and assist with day-to-day requirements.
• Maintain stock intake records and reporting according to Recycling requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Heavy equipment ops

Customer service

Communication

MS Office

Recycling industry knowledge

Tools

Excavators

Skid steers

Job description

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Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuild Recycling business.

As our Yard Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in keeping our yard running safely, efficiently and productively each day. Leading the day-to-day yard operations, you’ll coordinate people and equipment, support and develop our operators, and ensure planned production targets are achieved.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll work closely with the Branch Manager and Branch Supervisor to build a positive, safety-focused team culture while identifying opportunities to continually improve the way we work.

What you will be doing:

• Lead and coordinate daily yard activities, ensuring labour and equipment are effectively allocated to meet operational targets
• Support the Branch Manager and Branch Supervisor with the coaching, training and development of operators
• Lead daily toolbox meetings and help maintain a strong, proactive safety culture
• Ensure compliance with InfraBuild safety, environmental, operational policies and procedures
• Identify workplace hazards and implement appropriate controls to maintain a safe and reliable operation
• Build positive relationships with customers and contractors, assisting with enquiries and day-to-day branch requirements
• Maintain accurate stock intake records, operational paperwork and reporting in line with InfraBuild Recycling requirements

You will be rewarded with:

• Permanent, full-time opportunity with ongoing career development and progression
• Participation in our quarterly company bonus program
• Access to long service leave after 5 years of continuous service
• A supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
• Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
• Flexible vehicle options - Novated leasing options available, providing a tax-effective way to finance and manage your vehicle
• Support when you need it - Confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Sonder, available to you and your immediate family
• Invest in your development - Access to learning platforms and development opportunities to support your career growth

What you will bring:

• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience with the ability to build and maintain a positive team culture
• A strong commitment to safety and confidence leading people in a hands-on operational environment
• Experience operating mobile plant such as excavators and skid steers
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
• Previous experience in the scrap metal, recycling or waste management industry will be highly regarded

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
• Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
• Build your own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.

About us

InfraBuild Recycling collects and processes scrap to supply our steelmaking operations and global markets.

With a national network of sites, we play a critical role in Australia’s circular steel system, turning scrap into new steel and supporting more efficient, lower embodied carbon construction.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.