Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift - Supply Chain

James Hardie; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

James Hardie in Australia is seeking a Warehouse Operator to support dispatch operations and ensure goods move safely from the warehouse to customers and other locations. You will operate forklifts, prep orders, and help maintain accurate stock levels.

This role emphasizes safety and compliance, with daily pre-start checks, CoR awareness, and safe loading practices. A valid driver’s license, forklift license, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Driver's License.
• Current Forklift License – up to 12 months experience operating a Forklift.
• Strong understanding of road transport safety, CoR, and compliance obligations.
• Knowledge of load restraint principles and safe loading practices.
• Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move, stack, and organise products within the warehouse.
• Experience loading and unloading oversized pallets.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and report any mechanical issues promptly.
• Receive, store, and dispatch goods in line with company procedures.
• Prepare stock for storage or dispatch, including cutting straps, removing protective sheets, splitting packs, and stacking accessories.
• Maintain accurate inventory handling and ensure products are stored securely.

Skills

Forklift operation

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Load restraint principles

Physical fitness

Tools

SAP

Job description

As a Warehouse Operator you will assist with the running of the dispatch functions of the warehouse. This role will oversee the movement and delivery of goods from the warehouse to customers and other locations.

The Role & About You

• Safely operate forklifts to move, stack, and organise products within the warehouse.
• Experience loading and unloading oversized pallets.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and report any mechanical issues promptly.
• Receive, store, and dispatch goods in line with company procedures.
• Prepare stock for storage or dispatch, including cutting straps, removing protective sheets, splitting packs, and stacking accessories.
• Maintain accurate inventory handling and ensure products are stored securely.

What you will need

• Hold a valid Driver’s License
• SAP experience preferred, but not essential
• Current Forklift License – up to 12 months experience operating a Forklift
• Strong understanding of road transport safety, CoR, and compliance obligations
• Knowledge of load restraint principles and safe loading practices.
• Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Here at James Hardie, we are committed to achieving high standards in safety, ZERO HARM, quality and efficiency within our manufacturing Warehouse.

We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women; you can visit our WORK180 Page @ https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/james-hardie-australia-pty-ltd to find out more including a list of all our benefits and policies.

As part of our recruitment process, a talent pool will be created for applicants who have been identified and assessed for a range of similar roles across our plants.