PMO Trainee - UAE National

Hitachi, Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy L.L.C. in Abu Dhabi invites ambitious graduates to join its Management Trainee program.

This structured rotation exposes you to Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and HR, building a foundation for future leadership within the company. Participants gain hands-on experience in project management, process improvement, and strategic planning, receive mentorship from senior leaders, and contribute to ongoing projects while developing Hitachi's products, services, and corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven leadership potential through academic, extracurricular, or professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and diverse environment.
• Proactive attitude, strong initiative, and a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in English is required.
• Flexibility and willingness to relocate or travel as required by program rotations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured rotation program across different departments, including Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Human Resources.
• Gain hands-on experience in project management, process improvement, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and proposals for senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives and resolve business challenges.
• Develop a strong understanding of Hitachi's products, services, and corporate culture.
• Receive mentorship from experienced leaders and contribute to ongoing projects.
• Actively participate in training sessions and workshops designed to enhance leadership, technical, and interpersonal skills.
• Support the PMO Manager in the day-to-day management and governance of the project portfolio.
• Monitor project performance against key KPIs, including revenue, OBL, OTD, forecast accuracy, COPQ, risks/opportunities and project close-out.
• Monitor compliance with PMO processes, governance requirements and project management standards.
• Consolidate and analyze portfolio information to identify critical, slow-moving, delayed or high-risk projects.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of PMO processes and digital tools.
• AI & Digital Transformation - Identify opportunities to use AI to improve PMO processes and productivity. Support the development and implementation of AI use cases.
• Process Improvement & Digitalization - Process Improvement & Digitalization

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership potential

Adaptability

Proactive attitude

Fluency in English

Willingness to relocate/travel

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration

Engineering

Economics

Related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job ID: R0144107

Date Posted: 2026-09-15

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY L.L.C

Profession (Job Category): Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

Hitachi, Ltd. is seeking ambitious and driven individuals to join our Management Trainee program. This program offers a comprehensive introduction to various facets of our global operations, preparing participants for future leadership roles within the company.

Responsibilities:**

• Participate in a structured rotation program across different departments, including but not limited to, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Human Resources.
• Gain hands-on experience in project management, process improvement, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and proposals for senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives and resolve business challenges.
• Develop a strong understanding of Hitachi's products, services, and corporate culture.
• Receive mentorship from experienced leaders and contribute to ongoing projects.
• Actively participate in training sessions and workshops designed to enhance leadership, technical, and interpersonal skills.
• Support the PMO Manager in the day-to-day management and governance of the project portfolio.
• Monitor project performance against key KPIs, including revenue, OBL, OTD, forecast accuracy, COPQ, risks/opportunities and project close-out.
• Monitor compliance with PMO processes, governance requirements and project management standards.
• Consolidate and analyze portfolio information to identify critical, slow-moving, delayed or high-risk projects.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of PMO processes and digital tools.
• AI & Digital Transformation - Identify opportunities to use AI to improve PMO processes and productivity. Support the development and implementation of AI use cases.
• Process Improvement & Digitalization - Process Improvement & Digitalization

Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong academic record with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Proven leadership potential through academic, extracurricular, or professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and diverse environment.
• Proactive attitude, strong initiative, and a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in English is required;
• Flexibility and willingness to relocate or travel as required by program rotations.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.