Yard Manager-Broadmeadows

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're looking for a hands-on, highly motivated leader to manage our Broadmeadow metal recycling operations, which includes a “Metals Recovery Plant” that utilises various sorting equipment to remove metal out of waste.This is a great opportunity for someone with experience supervising a team in industries like manufacturing, waste, farming, or other practical, hands-on environments. You'll be responsible for leading a team, ensuring safe and efficient yard operations, and delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate daily operations to ensure efficient processing and transport of scrap metalMaximise productivity by optimising people, equipment, and material usageSupport and develop team members to perform safely and effectivelyManage transport schedules and vendor/customer relationshipsManage all yard operations to ensure Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements are exceededMonitor stock levels, costs, and maintenance in line with business requirementsDrive continuous improvement across operationsEssential CriteriaPrevious team leadership skillsCustomer service focus and effective relationship-building skillsExcellent written & verbal communicationA solid understanding of operations, manufacturing or scrap metal processingAbility to plan and manage workloads while promoting a strong safety cultureSound computer skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)A proactive, resilient, and solutions-oriented mindsetMechanical knowledge an advantage but not essential.What We OfferPaid Parental Leave - 12 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carersHealth Benefits - BUPA discounts for you and your familyWellbeing Support - Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Financial Tools - Tailored superannuation sessions to support your financial futureCareer Growth - Ongoing learning and internal promotion pathwaysA 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.Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realise their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, colour, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.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.