Employees & Community
Diversity & Equality
Lafarge Plasterboard has a workforce of approximately 210 permanent employees with representatives in all age groups. The average age is 42 years. We are an international team with employees from a wide variety of backgrounds including; Australian, French, Fijian, Malaysian, Afghani, Turkish, Greek, Pakistani, British, Serbian, Philippine, Sri Lankan, Argentinean, German, Indian, Vietnamese, Aboriginal, Maltese, Egyptian, Ethiopian, Syrian, Macedonian and Somalian.
We take positive actions to ensure respect for equal opportunity principles in the conduct of business activities and endeavour to provide a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.
Lafarge promotes a workplace of equality encouraging the employment and development of women in all areas of the company, inclusive of the non-traditional roles.
The turnover of employees for 2008 was just under 10% which is well below the industry figure of 13%. The average length of service per employee is 7 years.
Developing People
Lafarge Plasterboard is committed to providing a balance in recruiting both experienced candidates and those with the potential to develop. We seek individuals who are energetic, passionate, talented and looking to be part of a fresh, focused and international team. Please visit our Jobs section for details of current vacancies.
We are dedicated to the ongoing training and development of our employees and have a rigorous appraisal process that supports our focus on career planning. Key roles have succession plans in place and 16% of our workforce has gained promotional roles since their initial employment. This figure includes a number of employees who have secured positions at other Lafarge sites internationally and some who have gained multiple promotions since recruitment.
Lafarge Plasterboard offers an attractive salary and bonus structure for eligible employees. All employees are entitled to additional employee benefits.
Employee Benefits
Lafarge Plasterboard offers a number of benefits to employees including:
- Performance based annual bonuses for salaried employees
- Employee share scheme
- Supported education
- Employee assistance program
- Health programs / Influenza vaccinations
- Access to discounted banking products / insurance / financial planning
- Discounted health insurance and gym memberships
- Flexible workplace practices where appropriate
For further information on employee benefits click here
Careers
Lafarge Plasterboard is committed to ensuring our people are the best in their field. Part of that commitment involves seeking out the most experienced, reliable, responsible and talented employees. We are focused on developing people through training, coaching and challenging but interesting work and projects. Through the benefits of an international network we are able to closely manage career plans and provide development opportunities where possible.
To find out more about specific career opportunities, please click on the links below:
Graduate Recruitment
Lafarge Plasterboard is seeking recent graduates with a strong work ethic to fill various positions. If you are looking for a genuine career path within a company that delivers results through its people, please forward your CV with a brief covering letter to HR@au.lafarge.com
Working with Communities
“Wherever Lafarge is present, it operates with the utmost respect of the common interest.” (Lafarge Group Principles of Action)
In Australia, Lafarge Plasterboard is committed to supporting local communities through national fundraising and participation in local events.
Lafarge Plasterboard has supported Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea for the past six years. All money raised from the Biggest Morning Tea supports the Cancer Council’s programs of research, support and education.
In addition to the Cancer Council event, some employees also participate in Team Lafarge. Team Lafarge is a group of energetic employees at Lafarge Plasterboard who enjoy taking part in athletic events around Sydney such as the City 2 Surf, Sydney to Wollongong bike ride, Blackmores Sydney Running Festival, and Seven Bridges Walk. These annual events offer Lafarge employees an opportunity to fundraise and support both national and local charities.
Lafarge also partakes in local communities through the PlastaMasta network in both metro and regional areas. PlastaMasta stores give back to the community through sponsorship of local sports teams, donations of plasterboard and building materials for community buildings, and fundraising for local social events.
As part of a global community, Lafarge Group is committed to working with local populations and associations to implement action programs for economic and social development, environmental protection and public health. More information on how the Lafarge Group works in local communities around the world can be found at http://www.lafarge.com/wps/portal/2_3_4-Agir_sur_le_terrain.