Overview
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.
Your new role
Looking for a job where every day is different, you're trusted with real responsibility, and you're supported to grow your skills?
We're looking for an experienced Excavator/Material Handler Operator to join our Bathurst team. Someone who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in running heavy machinery safely and efficiently.
Your responsibilities
* Operating an excavator and/or material handler fitted with grabs or magnets
* Sorting, loading, unloading, and stockpiling scrap metal
* Assisting with grading and identifying different metal types (training provided)
* Completing pre‐start checks and reporting maintenance issues
* Supporting general yard operations, including material movement and housekeeping
* Following all site safety procedures and contributing to a positive safety culture
Qualifications
* Experience operating an excavator and/or material handler in a scrap metal, recycling, civil, manufacturing, or similar industrial environment
* An honest, reliable and safety‐focused work style
* Strong customer focus with good communication skills
* Forklift license (Desirable)
* Sound judgement and accountability for your own work
In return, we offer
* Enjoy family‐friendly daytime hours (7:30am–3:30pm), with occasional overtime as required to meet operational needs (overtime rates apply)
* On the job training, with certified tickets and opportunities for progression
* A supportive, safety‐focused team environment
* Paid Parental Leave: 12 weeks (primary carer) or 6 weeks (non-primary)
* Novated Leasing: Tax-effective vehicle leasing options
* Health Insurance: Exclusive BUPA discounts for you and your family
* Wellbeing Support: Confidential counselling through our EAP program
Interested?
Click 'Apply' and upload your resume today. We're excited to learn more about 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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