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Job Title


Trainee-Operations


Company : Sims Metal


Location : Kwinana, Western Australia


Created : 2025-11-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

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 it has always been. Your new role Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will participate in the completion of a Cert III in Process Manufacturing while gaining onthejob training and experience. Your Responsibilities Will Include Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and report hazards. Assist in the daily operation of plant equipment (OLRP, shredder, baler, granulator). Help with sorting, loading, and moving material safely and efficiently. Loading and unloading trucks, skip bins, and trailers. Maintain good housekeeping in all work areas. Support quality control by identifying and removing contamination. Assist with basic maintenance and cleaning tasks as directed. Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members. Participate in training and rotate through different departments to learn site operations. To Be Successful In This Opportunity, You Will Have A cando attitude and a willingness to undertake training to diversify your skills. Excellent attendance, reliability, and attention to detail. A strong work ethic and a safetyfirst approach. Someone who leads with accountability and initiative. Flexibility to jump into a range of tasks each day. In Return, We Offer Consistent day shift with familyfriendly hours. Competitive rates in line with our Enterprise Agreement. Onthejob training, with certified tickets and opportunities for progression. Interested? If you are ready to kickstart your career with us, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking the Apply Now button. We look forward to hearing from you! Sims acknowledges Australias Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and gives respect to their Elders both past, present, and emerging. (Australia jobs only) At Sims, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr