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 and decarbonisation by supplying recycled materials and re‐purposed products that help preserve our planet.
Yard Manager – Scrap Metal & Shredder Operations
Lead a high‐performing team in a dynamic industrial environment
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Yard Manager to oversee the safe, efficient, and productive operation of our busy scrap metal processing and shredder facility.
This is a key leadership role responsible for managing daily site operations and leading a team of approximately 30 employees across yard operations, machinery operation, shredder processing, and weighbridge functions.
The successful candidate will be a hands‐on leader with strong operational expertise, a commitment to safety, and the ability to drive performance in a fast‐paced environment.
About The Role
Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day‐to‐day running of the facility while maintaining high standards of safety, productivity, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate daily yard operations, including scrap processing, production, loading, and transport activities
* Supervise and support weighbridge operators, machine operators, shredder operators, and yard personnel
* Work closely with maintenance teams to minimise equipment downtime and maximise operational efficiency
* Monitor production performance, stock movements, and key operational targets
* Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements
* Foster a strong safety culture through visible leadership and accountability
* Drive team engagement, performance, and continuous improvement initiatives
About You
* Proven leadership experience managing operational teams in an industrial, manufacturing, recycling, logistics, or heavy industry environment
* Strong knowledge of production, plant, or yard operations
* Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety
* Excellent people leadership and communication skills
* The ability to make sound decisions and manage competing priorities
* Experience leading teams in a fast‐paced operational environment
* A proactive, hands‐on approach with a focus on achieving results
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 of employees 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.
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