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.

Your New Role

Reporting to the Alexandria Yard Manager, you will be responsible for the receipt, classification and storage of Non-Ferrous materials. Where required, you will utilise your forklift skills for the unloading & storage of materials.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm

Saturday 7:00am to 1:30pm

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Prompt and friendly customer service
• Utilising a forklift where required to inspect, grade and move materials into storage
• Grading material in accordance with direction received from Yard Manager and/or Supervisor
• Assisting the Yard Manager with stock control records as required
• Demonstrating personal responsibility for and commitment to Safety in everything you do

To Be Successful in This Opportunity, You Will Have

• A proactive approach with excellent customer service ethic
• Good numeracy and mathematical skills
• Foundational computer knowledge with ability to complete basic data entry
• A current forklift license is essential

It Will Be Of Added Advantage If You Have

• Knowledge and understanding of scrap metal processing techniques and equipment will be highly advantageous!

In Return, We Offer

• Join an environmentally conscious company recognised as the most sustainable corporation in 2024 on Corporate Knights' Global 100 index. We are dedicated to ecologically sound practices, minimising waste, and protecting the environment.
• Parental Leave: Sims is pleased to offer a paid parental leave policy, providing 12 weeks of paid leave for primary carer and 6 weeks for non-primary carer. This benefit is available to parents involved in the birth or adoption of a child, affirming our commitment to supporting employees through major life changes.
• Novated Lease: Access to tax-effective vehicle leasing, providing both convenience and savings.
• BUPA Discounts: Access exclusive health insurance discounts for you and your loved ones.
• Prioritise your mental and emotional well-being with confidential counselling and support services through our tailored EAP program.
• Access exclusive superannuation sessions tailored to enhance your understanding and management of superannuation benefits, providing valuable insights and support for your financial well-being.

Sustainability Statement

With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programs 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 minimizes waste and protects the environment.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world's safest and most responsible recycling company. We are exemplary members of the communities in which we operate and are responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

First Nations Statement

"Sims acknowledges Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live and gives respect to their Elders both past, present, and emerging."

Diversity statement

AT SIMS, TOGETHER WE ARE A DIVERSE GROUP OF EMPLOYEES WHO ARE SUPPORTED BY OUR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY, WHICH VALUES THE BENEFITS OF OUR TALENTED WORKFORCE. WORKING TOGETHER WE ACHIEVE OUR GOALS AND CONTRIBUTE TO OUR CORE VALUES OF SAFETY, INTEGRITY, RESPECT, TRANSPARENCY, EXCELLENCE, AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY.