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A global leader in fibre cement

James Hardie Industries is the world's #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fibre cement and fibre gypsum building solutions. We employ a diverse global workforce of approximately 5,200 employees across operations in North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Philippines, and generated more than $3.6 billion in net sales during our 2022 financial year.

We believe that home is a sanctuary and a canvas for self-expression without compromise. As the trusted innovator and industry leader in the markets where we operate, James Hardie empowers homeowners and building professionals alike to achieve their dream home with premium quality solutions that enable endless possibilities for design and aesthetics, while also delivering trusted protection and long-lasting beauty.

Key to this effort is our dedication to our customers, market driven innovation, an inclusive and empowering company culture, and an unwavering commitment to our Zero Harm safety initiative. We also recognise the company's ability to influence the communities in which we live and work around the world. While operating with a global mindset, we put great care into how our business impacts the local communities in which we operate and serve by sourcing locally, employing locally and delivering locally.

Our business is fast-paced, and our people are smart in the way we solve problems, driven in our pursuit of results, and real in the way we build relationships and work together. We have opportunities available in manufacturing and production, sales, marketing, engineering, supply chain, accounting and finance, information technology, and more.

Hardie™ Fibre Cement is proudly Australian Made

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James Hardie was founded in Australia 135 years ago and has been proudly providing Australian Made building products to the market for over 100 years. To help deliver on our purpose to build a better future for all, James Hardie has certified its range of Hardie™ Fibre Cement products with the Australian Made logo. The famous logo is the true mark of Aussie authenticity and is the most trusted and recognised country of origin symbol. To achieve our vision of inspiring how communities design, build, and grow it's important to also ensure that Builders and Homeowners know they can expect a quality product from us. By making our fibre cement in Australia, we proudly support and grow local manufacturing capability, help create jobs, strengthen local industries and bolster surrounding communities.

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Sustainability is built into our strategy

Our purpose has become our guiding light, defining why we do what we do: Building a better future for all™. One critical way that we will deliver on our purpose is by embracing bold and meaningful Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments.

https://www.jameshardie.com.au/blog/james-hardie-esg-goals
Sustainability is built into our strategy
Why use fibre cement?

Why use fibre cement?

Fibre Cement building products by James Hardie will not burn, are resistant to water damage and termite damage, are durable and need low maintenance. Find out more about how it’s made.

https://www.jameshardie.com.au/fibre-cement

Our Mission, Values and People

Learn more about our Purpose, Mission and Values at James Hardie.

https://www.jameshardie.com.au/our-people
Our Mission, Values and People
Company History

Company History

Learn more about the history of James Hardie.

https://www.jameshardie.com.au/company-history