Yard Operations Manager

1 week ago


Northgate, South Australia Sims Limited Full time

We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment.

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling, making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector.

Your new role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all yard operations to ensure Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements are exceeded.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all yard operations to ensure Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements are exceeded.
  • Maximise sustainable profit by establishing and implementing production goals, objectives and procedures in line with budgets and forecasts.
  • Use knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and with the use of continuous improvement techniques for maximising the effective processing of scrap.
  • Conduct training as required, including induction of new employees.

Essential Criteria:

  • 2 + years of previous leadership skills in a similar industry.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the scrap metal industry and its processing techniques and equipment.
  • In-depth scheduling, planning, and time management skills.
  • Basic understanding NHVR mass and dimension limits.
  • A forklift or Excavator ticket is ideal.
  • A proactive work style with excellent organisational skills.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world's safest and most responsible recycling company.

We are committed to creating a working environment that is built on a foundation of respect and inclusion where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realise their full potential.



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