Production Operator - Rotating shifts - Carole Park

James Hardie Australia Pty Ltd; Australia; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

James Hardie Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Production Operator for our Carole Park site in Queensland. The role involves operating concrete mixing, stacking and cutting machinery on a rotating day/night roster. You will contribute to safe, efficient production aligned with the schedule.

We value prior manufacturing experience, a valid forklift license up to 8 tonnes, and a practical mechanical aptitude. You will work with the team to maintain quality and safety standards and participate in

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A valid Forklift License up to 8 tonne.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety in the workplace.
• Ability to use computers for data entry and machine operation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machines.
• Set up and install molds and other machine fixtures.
• Set grinding and cutting edges.
• Carry out work safely according to procedures.
• Maintain production schedule and process efficiencies.
• Ensure product quality meets specifications and perform checks.
• Participate in improvement projects.
• Perform manual handling tasks as part of the role.
• Be flexible to shift work and WHS practices.

Skills

Machine operation

Forklift license

Safety awareness

Quality control

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Job description

Production Operator - Rotating shifts - Carole Park

We are seeking Machine Operators / Forklift Drivers to join our Production team on a rotating roster at our Carole Park site.

18th September, 2026

Machine Operators

You will have experience and exposure within a manufacturing environment and be open to learn the necessary trade and skills to be successful. At James Hardie, we train and invest in our people to ensure we set you up for success.

You will be open to work across a day and night shift and also be flexible to work a rotating shift pattern.

Shift Patterns Available

• 4/4 Roster - 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off
• 4/3 Roster - 4 day shifts, 3 days off, 3 night shifts

Machine Operators

You will have experience and exposure within a manufacturing environment and be open to learn the necessary trade and skills to be successful. At James Hardie, we train and invest in our people to ensure we set you up for success.

You will be open to work across a day and night shift and also be flexible to work a rotating shift pattern.

Shift Patterns Available

• 4/4 Roster - 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off
• 4/3 Roster - 4 day shifts, 3 days off, 3 night shifts

What the role involves:

• Operating concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machines
• Setting up and installing molds and other machine fixtures
• Setting grinding and cutting edges
• Carry out work in a safe manner, in accordance with Safety procedures as applicable
• Ensure process efficiencies are achieved and maintained
• Ensure production is in line with the specified production schedule
• Ensure product quality is in accordance with relevant specifications and that process checks are performed as required
• Actively participate in improvement projects
• Manual Handling tasks are performed as part of this role
• Be flexible and adaptable with a willingness to embrace shift work
• Complying with all WHS safety practices and procedures

What you will need:

• Previous experience in a quality assurance environment
• A valid Forklift License up to 8 tonne
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of safety in the workplace
• Ability to use computers for the entry and retrieval of process data and machine operation
• Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• All successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol screening.

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

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 James Hardie plants.