They are the world’s No. 1 producer and marketer of building materials – and their products help create strong, sustainable, and stylish homes and buildings across Australia and beyond.
But here’s what really matters to you:
👉 You don’t need a university degree to get started with James Hardie.
👉 They offer real career pathways for students ready to work with their hands, learn new skills, and build a future.
👉 The teams are made up of people from all backgrounds, and they are proud to create an inclusive, supportive workplace.
Why join James Hardie?
✔ Modern, high-tech manufacturing plants
✔ Hands-on training and development
✔ Opportunities to grow your career — whether you stay working with tools, step into leadership, or move into other areas
✔ A real focus on diversity, innovation, and sustainability
If you’re looking for a practical, exciting career where you can make a difference — and start straight after school — James Hardie could be the place for you.
Hardie Jobs
At James Hardie, we offer more than just a job – we provide opportunities to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of building innovation. Whether you’re interested in hands-on manufacturing roles or technical and engineering positions, there’s a place for you at James Hardie. Here’s a look at some of the roles where you can make an impact:
Maintenance Fitters
Engineers
Forklift Drivers
Machine Operators
Warehouse Operators
Electrical Technicians
Freight Officers
Pathways
Start Your Journey: What subjects to study at schools, how students can enter after Year 12 (no degree needed)
Study Options: Relevant courses (be specific) – Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, etc.
Graduate Program: Post-uni grad program (see our grad tab for more info!)
Progression Ladder Example:
Operator → Team Leader → Supervisor → Manager
Particularly interesting for those who are going in straight from school with no degree
Training Support: Mention on-the-job training and internal development
Link to Jobs:“See where you can start today”
Graduate Program
What is the Graduate Program? 1-2 year structured program, brief overview of what’s involved
Who We’re Looking For: Degrees/fields (Engineering, Business, Tech, etc.)
What You’ll Gain: Real projects, mentorship, progression
Why James Hardie: Innovation, global opportunities, inclusive team
Call to Action: when to apply (final year college? Time of year? Etc.) – we can add link to apply once available
Meet Sara
Background: What Sara studied, where she’s from
Her Role: What she does day-to-day
Why She Chose JH: Her reasons (growth, innovation, team, etc.)
Photos of Sara in her work environment recommended.
Benefits of working at James Hardie
At James Hardie, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We provide the opportunity for people who value clear vision and a diverse culture to build a career in one of the most well recognised local manufacturing brands.
Here’s what you can expect when you join our Smart, Driven and Realpeople:
Bonus scheme for all eligible employees
Discounts on James Hardie products
2 Volunteer days per year
Plenty of employee rewards and benefits including a rewards and recognition program
Access to thousands of free self-development modules via James Hardie University
Free annual health checks
Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family members
Onsite psychologists & physiotherapists services
Our People
We strive to make James Hardie a place were employees want to work, as well as build their careers. Our culture promotes inclusion, innovation, equity, performance and growth.
Belong @ Hardie
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are the foundations of our culture and our business.
Promoting a positive, inclusive workplace
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) promote a positive and inclusive work environment through local, specialized programs that increase cultural awareness, engagement and retention. Initiated and led by employees, our ERGs are open to all James Hardie employees who are committed to furthering an inclusive, respectful culture.
Zero Harm
Safety is embedded in our global corporate culture through our Zero Harm standards and our commitment to continuous improvement. We consider safety everyone’s responsibility and work diligently 24/7 to ensure the protection of our people and those who use or interact with our products. We believe that every incident is preventable and we address Zero Harm through a focus on safe people, safe places and safe systems.
Our Values
Diversity
What Diversity Means to Us: Brief message: Gender, culture, backgrounds
Real Initiatives: Main point of tab: What is JH doing specifically to support women, first nations, LGBTQI+, etc. (any training programs, initiatives, events, real examples)
Why It Matters: Diverse teams = better ideas, better workplaces
Student Message: Encouragement for everyone to apply
Why It Matters to You: How you can make a difference working with JH (any sustainable initiatives employees can get involved in e.g. beach clean days, sustainable specific roles, etc.)
Visuals: Plant operations, environmental programs
Our Partners
Our partners include Habitat for Humanity/ Habitat Women, Productivity Bootcamp, Disaster Relief Australia, Lady Musgrave Trust and Ronald McDonald House, WORBK180. We will also leverage our partnership with the Parramatta Eels to help maximise the social impact we can deliver with our charity partners.
There are currently no jobs available
Unfortunately there are currently no positions available at James Hardie, please check back soon.
Safety is embedded in our global corporate culture through our Zero Harm standards and our commitment to continuous improvement. We consider safety everyone’s responsibility and work diligently 24/7 to ensure the protection of our people and those who use or interact with our products. We believe that every incident is preventable and we address Zero Harm through a focus on safe people, safe places and safe systems.
