Machine Operator (Entry-level) at Sims Metal Management

Job Description:

Latest job information from Sims Metal Management for the position of Machine Operator (Entry-level). If the Machine Operator (Entry-level) vacancy in Mackay QLD matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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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:

We're seeking a driven, customer-facing individual for our Mackay yard. Reporting to the Yard Manager, you will work within a team to sort, grade, purchase, and process scrap metal using various equipment. IMMEDIATE START!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Load & unload trucks, skip bins, and trailers with forklift
• Operate equipment, including Forklift and other heavy machinery (where licensed)
• Ensure customers receive a high level of service.
• Grading and sorting materials.
• Maintaining a safe and tidy site and associated activities to comply with environmental guidelines while demonstrating personal responsibility and commitment to OH&S policies and procedures.

To be successful in this opportunity, you will have:

• Exceptional customer service skills with a passion for exceeding expectations.
• A valid Forklift license and operational experience are essential. Excavator operation experience is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• A can-do attitude and a willingness to learn and build new skills through training
• Excellent attendance, reliability, and attention to detail.

In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary and overtime
• On-the-job training, with certified tickets and opportunities for career progression

Interested?

Click "Apply" and upload your cover letter and resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Applications Close

Tue 28 Oct 2025, 11:00pm AEST

Perks at Work:

• Join an environmentally conscious company recognised as the most sustainable corporation in 2024 on Corporate Knights' Global 100 index. We are dedicated to ecologically sound practices, minimising waste, and protecting the environment.

• Parental Leave: Sims is pleased to offer a paid parental leave policy, providing 12 weeks of paid leave for primary carer and 6 weeks for non-primary carer. This benefit is available to parents involved in the birth or adoption of a child, affirming our commitment to supporting employees through major life changes.
• Novated Lease: Enjoy tax-effective vehicle leasing, providing both convenience and savings.
• BUPA Discounts: Access exclusive health insurance discounts for you and your loved ones.
• Prioritise your mental and emotional well-being with confidential counselling and support services through our tailored EAP program.
• Access exclusive superannuation sessions tailored to enhance your understanding and management of superannuation benefits, providing valuable insights and support for your financial well-being.

Job Info:

• Company: Sims Metal Management
• Position: Machine Operator (Entry-level)
• Work Location: Mackay QLD
• Country: AU

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