Yard Operative – Metal Recycling Facility

About the role

Sims Limited is seeking a motivated Yard Operative to join its metal recycling yard in New Zealand. You will work under the Yard Supervisor, handling the safe movement, sorting and grading of metal materials while providing excellent service to customers.

Key responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, skip bins and trailers efficiently.
• Control on‑site traffic through clear communication.
• Operate machinery such as forklifts and, where licensed, excavators.
• Inspect, grade and sort various metal types.
• Maintain high standards of occupational health and safety.

Required profile

• Strong attention to detail for identifying and separating metal materials.
• Can‑do attitude with willingness to undertake training.
• Good written and verbal communication, numeracy and basic computer literacy.
• Previous experience in customer service or a similar hands‑on role.

Required skills

• Forklift operation (forklift ticket preferred).
• Excavator operation (where licensed).

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rates with overtime eligibility.
• Full on‑the‑job training and certified tickets.
• Opportunities for progression within a global, environmentally focused company.