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.
We are seeking an experienced State Engineer to join our team based at St Marys, NSW, reporting to the Regional Operations Manager (NSW/ACT). In this pivotal role, you’ll ensure the safe and efficient performance of plant and equipment by managing routine and preventative maintenance, repairs, and major shutdowns. You’ll play a key part in optimising productivity, driving continuous improvement, and supporting major projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead maintenance, fault finding, repair, and shutdown activities to maximise plant performance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and increase productivity
- Manage and mentor a team, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations
- Partner with Yard and Operations Managers to review and optimise equipment utilisation
- Collaborate with Project Engineering on new plant installations and commissioning
- Ensure compliance with all EHS, risk management, and statutory requirements
- Assist with budgets, CAPEX planning, and cost management
Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
- Proven experience in plant/equipment maintenance, preferably within heavy industry
- Excellent people management and communication skills
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to manage costs, budgets, and CAPEX planning
- Resilience, agility, and confidence under pressure
- Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal and processing techniques (advantageous)
What We Offer
- Competitive package: attractive salary & tool of trade (company car)
- Health Insurance: Exclusive BUPA discounts for you and your family
- Wellbeing Support: Confidential counselling through our EAP program
- On the job training, with certified tickets and opportunities for progression
- Safety focused work setting within a supportive team
- Paid Parental Leave: 12 weeks (primary carer) or 6 weeks (non-primary)
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. We are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.
Sims is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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📌 State Engineer-NSW
🏢 Sims Metal
📍 City of Sydney