Machine & Forklift Operator - Day Shift Rosehill

James Hardie Australia Pty Ltd; Australia; Remote; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on James Hardie products

Volunteer days

Rewards program

Self-development modules

Free annual health checks

EAP access

Onsite healthcare professionals

Job summary

James Hardie Australia Pty Ltd in Rosehill is seeking a Machine & Forklift Operator to join our team. You will support manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork, in a fast-paced plant environment.

Responsibilities include operating concrete mixing and material handling equipment, setting up moulds, inspecting samples, and performing forklift duties while maintaining housekeeping and safety.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift License and valid Driver's License.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Willingness to undertake manual labour as required.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments is valued.

Responsibilities

• Operating concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machines.
• Setting up and installing moulds and other machine fixtures.
• Collecting and examining samples for conformity to specifications and adjusting machine settings accordingly.
• Setting grinding and cutting edges.
• Forklift pre-start checklist daily.
• Unloading off machinery and moving product to necessary location.
• Putting stock away and moving stock around using the forklift.
• Performing manual handling tasks of up to 20kg.
• Maintaining housekeeping standards across the work area.

Skills

Forklift license

Safety focus

Manual labour

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manufacturing exp

Job description

We are currently seeking a Machine & Forklift Operator to join our team at our Rosehill plant.

25th August, 2026

Are you an experienced Machine & Forklift Operator looking to join a leading manufacturing organisation with a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork?

James Hardie is seeking reliable, safety-focused Machine & Forklift Operator to support our manufacturing operations in Rosehill. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and take pride in maintaining high standards, we'd love to hear from you.

At James Hardie, our commitment to Zero Harm drives everything we do. We are dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where every team member can thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machines
• Setting up and installing moulds and other machine fixtures
• Collecting and examining samples for conformity to specifications and adjusting machine settings accordingly
• Setting grinding and cutting edges
• Forklift pre-start checklist daily
• Unloading off machinery and moving product to necessary location
• Putting stock away and moving stock around using the forklift
• Performing manual handling tasks of up to 20kg
• Maintaining housekeeping standards across the work area

What You'll Bring

• Current Forklift License and valid Driver's License
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Willingness to undertake manual labour as required
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment will be highly regarded

Benefits working @ James Hardie:

• 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

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.

All successful applicants will be required to complete a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.

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.