At a Glance
- Tasks: Sort scrap metal, maintain yard cleanliness, and assist with operations.
- Company: Family-owned Australian recycling company with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: On-the-job training, potential for heavy vehicle licence upgrade, and long-term career opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic outdoor work environment with opportunities for skill development.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in a growing industry while learning to operate machinery.
- Qualifications: Must be 18+, reliable, and willing to learn; forklift licence preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 15.3 - 18.7 $ per hour.
You will initially be responsible for general yard duties, with the opportunity to develop your skills and progress into machinery operation.
Key responsibilities:
- Sorting and separating scrap metal
- General yard housekeeping and maintaining a safe, tidy work environment
- Assisting with day-to-day yard operations
- Progressing to operating excavators and other machinery
- Learning to safely load and unload trucks
About you:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Hold a current driver's licence
- Be reliable, punctual and hardworking
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Be physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
- Be safety-conscious and able to follow instructions
- A forklift licence is preferred but not essential
- No previous scrap metal or machinery experience is necessary, as training will be provided
About us:
Access Metal Recycling is a family-owned Australian recycling company servicing customers throughout NSW and the ACT. We specialise in collecting and recycling scrap metal from farms, industrial facilities, commercial businesses and mining operations.
Benefits:
- On-the-job training and skill development
- Opportunity to learn excavator and machinery operation
- Potential to upgrade your driver's licence to a heavy vehicle licence
- Long-term career opportunities within the recycling industry
- Supportive, hands-on working environment
Trainee Yard Operator employer: Access Recycling
Access Metal Recycling is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and growth-oriented work culture, perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the finance sector. With a focus on employee development, you will have ample opportunities for professional growth while working in a hybrid environment that promotes work-life balance. Join a team that values strategic thinking and hands-on execution, where your contributions directly influence the company's success.
