Production Operative-P/Hedland

3 days ago


Town Of Port Hedland, Australia simsmetalm Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

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.

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

Are you seeking a role where your work truly makes a difference? Join our industry-leading metals recycling business and be part of a team that's shaping a more sustainable future. 

Reporting to the Yard Manager, you'll play a key role by safely operating machinery to support the efficient processing of scrap metal. We're looking for safety-focused individuals to join our Port Hedland yard on a 2-week on, 1-week off FIFO roster—an excellent opportunity to grow your skills and advance within a dynamic and forward-thinking company.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Load & unload trucks, skip bins and trailers
  • Operate equipment, including forklift and/or excavator (where licenced)
  • Ensure customers receive a high level of service
  • Grading and sorting materials
  • Demonstrating personal responsibility for and commitment to OH&S policies and procedures

Essential Criteria:

  • Forklift (LF) licence (or a willingness to learn)
  • Ability to work independently
  • A can-do attitude, you will be open to undertaking training in order to diversify your skills
  • Excellent attendance, reliability and attention to detail

Why Sims? 

Join the world's most sustainable company of 2024 (Corporate Knights' Global 100). We champion eco-friendly practices while supporting employees with:

  • Parental Leave: 12 weeks paid for primary carers, 6 weeks for non-primary carers (birth/adoption).
  • Novated Leasing: Tax-effective vehicle leasing for savings and convenience.
  • BUPA Discounts: Exclusive health insurance savings.
  • Well-being Support: Confidential counselling via our EAP program.
  • Superannuation Sessions: Expert guidance on managing your financial future.

Interested? 

Click 'Apply' and upload your resume + cover letter. We look forward to hearing 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 Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.



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