Women in manufacturing are breaking barriers at James Hardie
At James Hardie, we’re proud to support the women who are reshaping what’s possible in manufacturing. Across our sites, women aren’t just contributing to the business, they’re helping redefine what modern manufacturing looks like. Every day, their skills and resilience show how much the industry has evolved.
Women at James Hardie are actively challenging outdated perceptions of manufacturing. They’re working across operations, engineering, supply chain, maintenance, and people leadership roles, bringing confidence, purpose, and experience to everything they do. Their impact is seen at every level of the business, helping create more inclusive workplaces, stronger teams, and more innovative solutions.
A culture built for growth
Diverse teams lead to better ideas and better outcomes, and that belief underpins the culture at James Hardie. There’s a strong focus on creating an environment where women feel supported, valued, and set up to succeed.
Mentorship helps connect emerging talent with experienced leaders, while cross-functional learning opportunities allow people to explore interests beyond their initial roles. Whether someone is starting in frontline operations or stepping into a senior engineering position, the right tools, guidance, and support are in place to help them progress.
James Hardie also continues to build environments that support women. Through initiatives such as career development and mentoring circles, James Hardie is seeing stronger representation in leadership roles, higher retention, and more visible advocacy at every level.
The result is a workplace where women are not only supported but positioned to thrive with confidence.
Be inspired
Across James Hardie, women are making a real difference by:
- Leading high-performing production teams
- Driving continuous improvement and digital change across sites
- Innovating across engineering, maintenance, and safety
- Influencing decisions and processes that shape workplace culture
- Building strong collaboration across the business
- Mentoring others entering manufacturing
Their journeys are varied. Some have transitioned from other industries, while others have progressed from entry-level roles into leadership positions. While their paths look different, they share a common thread: opportunity, support, and the chance to grow when ambition is encouraged.
Join a company that’s changing the industry
If you’re inspired by women who push boundaries and want to shape what’s possible, James Hardie offers opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career. Whether you’re seeking hands-on technical experience, leadership opportunities, or a long-term pathway within a global organisation, there’s a place for you here.
Be part of the future of manufacturing.
Be part of James Hardie.
