Yard Operator & Metals Sorting Specialist

Sims Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance discounts (Southern -

KiwiSaver matching

Overtime eligible

Job summary

Sims Limited in Christchurch is seeking a hands-on Yard Operator / General Hand to join our recycling operations. You’ll load and unload trucks, operate a forklift, sort ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and support customers and suppliers while helping keep the yard safe and organized.

We offer on-the-job training, overtime where eligible, and benefits like health insurance discounts and KiwiSaver matching, with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Hands-on, practical worker with a safety mindset.
• Ability to handle outdoors and heavy materials.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and bins safely and efficiently.
• Operate a forklift and other yard equipment.
• Sort, inspect, and separate ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Assist with purchasing and receival of recyclable materials.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and site presentation.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Identify and report hazards to support a positive safety culture.
• Provide friendly, professional service to customers and suppliers.
• Support the wider team with general yard duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load and unload

Metal sorting

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Sims Limited in Christchurch is seeking a hands-on Yard Operator / General Hand to join our recycling operations. You’ll load and unload trucks, operate a forklift, sort ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and support customers and suppliers while helping keep the yard safe and organized.

We offer on-the-job training, overtime where eligible, and benefits like health insurance discounts and KiwiSaver matching, with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.