About the Role
Sims Metal is a global leader in metal recycling. The company 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.
We have a promote-from-within philosophy and offer various programs to support continuous learning. This ensures that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join our Brooklyn team.
In this hands-on leadership role, you'll be responsible for coordinating a multi-disciplinary team to deliver planned maintenance, manage breakdowns, and drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability.
* Lead and support the maintenance team to achieve performance and safety targets
* Oversee and support day-to-day maintenance operations, including preventative and corrective tasks
* Conduct pre-start meetings with a focus on safety, planning, and team alignment
* Manage workshop tools and critical spare parts to ensure operational readiness
* Allocate tasks and optimise resource use to maximise equipment uptime
* Collaborate with the State Engineer to plan and deliver capital and shutdown projects
About You
* Trade qualified - Fitter & Turner, Mechanical Fitter or Boilermaker (Australian recognised)
* Strong background in maintenance within a heavy industrial environment
* Demonstrated leadership experience in supervising technical or maintenance teams
* Solid understanding of safety systems, risk management, and compliance requirements
* Licences in EWP, Working at Heights, and Forklift,
* Franna Crane or D-Class Electrical License beneficial but willing to provide training
* Flexibility to work overtime and/or Saturdays as required
About Us
* Paid Parental Leave – 12 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers
* Diverse Experience – Work across electrical, mechanical, and fabrication disciplines
* Health Benefits – BUPA discounts for you and your family
* Wellbeing Support – Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Financial Tools – Tailored superannuation sessions to support your financial future
* Career Growth – Ongoing learning and internal promotion pathways
At Sims Metal, we champion sustainability and innovation across every level of our business. We are committed to promoting from within and supporting lifelong learning.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.
Everyone at Sims has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and succeed.