Warehouse Forklift Operator - Laverton - Day Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

James Hardie Laverton North in Victoria is seeking a Warehouse Operator to support day-to-day dispatch operations in the warehouse. You will prepare and process customer orders, monitor stock levels, and maintain inventory records to ensure smooth goods flow.

The role requires forklift responsibility, a valid Driver’s License, and the ability to perform manual handling up to 20 kg. A commitment to zero harm and safe practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience and valid driver's license.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills in a manufacturing/warehouse setting.
• Ability to perform manual handling up to 20 kg.
• Ability to load products onto trucks and assist with stock checks.
• Commitment to safety and zero harm in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Pre-start exercises prior to work commencing each day.
• Forklift pre-start checklist daily.
• Putting stock away (palletized and non-palletized product).
• Stacking accessories onto shelves and housekeeping duties.
• Clear debris and maintain clean and safe areas.
• Hold a valid Driver’s License.
• Perform manual laboring around the plant as required.
• Manual handling of up to 20 kg.
• Loading products onto trucks for customer deliveries.
• Receiving and checking customer purchase requests.
• Filling out dockets and confirming completion of orders.
• Sorting through damaged stocks and strapping of packs for transport.
• Any adhoc duties as required.

Job description

WAREHOUSE FORKLIFT OPERATOR - LAVERTON - DAY SHIFT James Hardie Laverton North, VIC, AU

21st August, 2026

As a Warehouse Operator, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day dispatch operations within our warehouse.

This includes preparing and processing customer orders, monitoring stock levels, and maintaining accurate inventory records to ensure the efficient flow of goods.

Ideally, you will have previous experience within a manufacturing or warehouse environment and a willingness to learn new skills. We are looking for someone who is motivated, reliable, and eager to develop the capabilities required to succeed in the role.

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

The Role & About You:

• Pre-start exercises prior to work commencing each day
• Forklift pre-start checklist daily (as required needs to change gas cylinder on the forklift)
• Putting stock away (palletized and non-palletized product)
• Stacking accessories SKU’s onto shelves Housekeeping duties – Clear debris such as broken timbers, fibre cement sheet from floor to ensure areas are clean and safe.
• Hold a valid Driver’s License
• Ability to perform manual laboring around the plant as required.
• Manual handling of up to (20kgs)
• Loading products onto trucks for customer deliveries
• Receiving and checking customer purchase requests
• Filling out dockets and confirming completion of orders
• Sorting through damaged stocks and strapping of packs for transport
• Any adhoc duties as required

We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women; you can visit our WORK180 Page @ 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.