Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal and electronics recycling, and an emerging leader in the renewable energy industry. 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.
We have an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced Maintenance Fitter/Boilermaker to join our NSW team, based in Milperra. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you'll play a key role in carrying out preventative maintenance, servicing, and day‑to‑day repairs on our fixed and mobile equipment. This role also includes blade changes and adjustments, routine maintenance tasks, and supporting operational reliability across the site. A Forklift (FL) licence is preferred.
What We Offer
* A competitive wage structure – Base Rate up to $45.29 p/h. Overtime rates apply should additional hours become available.
* The opportunity to work with state‑of‑the‑art machinery
* A strong focus on multi‑skilling and continuous improvement
* Stable, full‑time hours covered by our EBA including annual rate increases
* Paid Parental Leave – 12 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers
* Health Benefits – BUPA discounts for you and your family
* Financial Tools – Tailored superannuation sessions to support your financial future
Key Responsibilities
* Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant equipment, including hammermill shredder, conveyor systems, balers, and metal sorters
* Carry out blade changes, sharpening, and adjustments to ensure optimal equipment performance
* Complete routine maintenance tasks across fixed and mobile plant
* Work to a daily maintenance plan and complete all relevant documentation
* Respond to and assist with equipment breakdowns
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
* Follow all safety, environmental, and quality protocols
About You
* Trade‑qualified Fitter & Turner, preferably with experience in conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and gearboxes
* Boilermakers with strong mechanical maintenance experience are also encouraged to apply
* Basic arc welding and oxy cutting skills would be an advantage
* Hold a current driver's licence
* Forklift licence (preferred)
* Hands‑on experience in an industrial or metal processing environment
* Strong diagnostic and repair skills
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
If you're hands‑on, safety‑minded, and confident around heavy machinery, click 'Apply'. We'd love to hear from you 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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