Operator 3-Auckland

Sims Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime eligibility

On-the-job training

Job summary

Sims Limited in Auckland is seeking a motivated Heavy Machinery Operator to join our team. You will sort, grade and process scrap metals and operate a range of industry-leading machinery, with full training and opportunities for career progression.

We offer on-the-job training, competitive remuneration and overtime eligibility, plus a safe, collaborative work environment focused on zero-harm and sustainable practices. Forklift licence and WTR endorsements are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy machinery in a production or scrap yard setting.
• Strong focus on safety and workplace organisation.
• Ability to sort, grade and process metal products accurately.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery including Material Handlers, Excavators/Shears, Skid Steers/Bobcats.
• Sort, grade, and process different metal products.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety protocols.
• Assist with yard and warehouse housekeeping and daily task planning.
• Identify materials and plan efficient daily operations.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift Licence

WTR endorsements

Job description

Career Opportunities: Operator 3-Auckland (6972)

Founded in Australia in 1917, Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling and circular solutions for technology. We play a critical role in advancing circularity anddecarbonisationby supplying recycled materials and re-purposed products that help preserve our planet.

At Sims, we believe in developing our people. With a strong promote-from-within philosophy and a range ofprogrammesthat support continuous learning, we offer opportunities for meaningful, long-term careers. Employing more than 4,100 people worldwide, weoperateover 155 facilities across 13 countries. As an ASX-listed company, Sims provides the stability, transparency, and professional growth opportunities of a publicly tradedorganisation, all driven by our purpose: to create a world without waste.

Build your future

We are looking for a motivated and safety-focused Heavy Machinery Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Yard Leading Hand, you will play a key role in sorting, grading, processing, and purchasing scrap metals while operating a range of industry-leading machinery.

Every day brings something different, with full training and genuine opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating heavy machinery including Material Handlers, Excavators/Shears, Skid Steers/Bobcats, and other production plant equipment.
• Sorting, grading, and processing various metal products.
• Maintaining a strong focus on workplace health and safety.
• Assisting with yard and warehouse housekeeping to ensure a clean, organised, and safe work environment.
• Applying strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when identifying and processing materials.
• Effectively planning and prioritising daily tasks to support operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a machinery or plant operation role, such as Material Handler, Excavator/Shear Operator, Skid Steer/Bobcat Operator, or similar.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify, separate, and process different metal types.
• A positive, "can-do" attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A genuine commitment to safety in the workplace.

Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on role that involves regular manual handling and working in a busy yard environment. Successful candidates will need to be physically fit, capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing in and out of machinery, and performing general labouring duties as required.

• Forklift Licence and WTR endorsements.
• Experience within the metal recycling industry, including metal sorting and processing techniques.
• Experience operating additional heavy machinery or production plant equipment.

Why work for us:

• A competitive remuneration package and overtime eligibility.
• On-the-job training, with certified tickets and opportunities for progression.

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 Pillars of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.