James Hardie Industries is the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fibre cement and fibre gypsum building solutions. As a local manufacturer, trusted innovator and industry leader James Hardie empowers homeowners and trade professionals to achieve dream modern homes with premium quality solutions that deliver endless design possibilities, trusted protection, and long-lasting beauty.

With a diverse workforce across Asia Pacific, our company culture is built on providing a foundation of “Zero Harm” and creating a positive impact in communities. We have a relentless focus on achievement, learning and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

The Freight Officer will be responsible to streamline and take the distribution operations to the next level by providing services to Freight, Distribution and Supply Chain to enhance James Hardie’s competitive position in the market. You will work cross-functionally with different teams such as Customer Service, Procurement, Distribution and external freight providers to meet service expectations and operational requirements.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 7AM to 3PM

What You’ll Do

- Assisting the Freight Office with deliveries of products to customers and between sites. This includes regular interaction with customer service, supply chain, distribution and freight providers to ensure we are servicing our customer’s delivery expectations.
- Assisting Procurement Team with the ordering and receipt of accessories and ensuring stocks are maintained at expected levels.
- Comply with all WHS, chain of responsibility (CoR), and site safety requirements.

What you’ll bring

- Atleast 2 years of experience in warehousing, distribution, logistics, administration or customer service environments
- Working knowledge of freight,



distribution or supply chain operations within an operational setting.
- Knowledge and experience of SAP or any other ERP or database system
- Intermediate computer skills and Excel skills
- Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements, including safe manual handling and chain of responsibility (CoR) obligations.
- Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Good planning, organisation and time management skills
- Autonomous and driven – determined to succeed in an ever-changing environment
- Bachelor degree in Transport Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or a related discipline will be considered favorably

Working @ 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 Real Team

- Stable growth at a global building products manufacturer
- Bonus scheme for all eligible employees
- Product discounts
- Paid parental leave of 16 weeks for the Primary Carer (including super) and two weeks for secondary carer
- 2 Volunteer days per year
- Plenty of employee rewards and benefits including a rewards and recognition program
- Fitness Passport Program
- Online shopping discounts
- International & domestic development and progression opportunities
- 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

Proudly providing Australian Made fibre cement to the market for over 100 years.

It’s Possible with James Hardie

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📌 Freight Officer (Williamstown)
🏢 James Hardie
📍 Williamstown