Mine Fleet Project Manager — Maintenance & Safety

Hitachi Construction Machinery; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + 12% superannution

Discretionary bonuses (2x/year)

Fully maintained company vehicle, lap​

5/2 roster

Paid parental leave

Staff discounts & retailer benefits

Medibank Health Insurance discount

EAP wellbeing program

Job summary

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia is seeking a proactive Project Manager to oversee maintenance and warranty activities for the excavator fleet at Peak Downs Mine. The role reports to the Customer Support Manager and operates on a 5/2 roster, coordinating subcontractors and internal teams to maximise fleet performance and project success.

You will drive safety, quality and timely delivery, while managing budgets and project documentation across mining projects in Australia.

Qualifications

• Plan, coordinate and execute maintenance and warranty activities in line with project schedules and budgets.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with safety standards, project specifications and budget requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure all project activities are completed in accordance with Hitachi specifications and company standards.
• Oversee site-based trades personnel and coordinate resources to maximise project efficiency.
• Manage project administration, reporting and documentation requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and maintain high standards of quality across all project activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and warranty projects on customer sites.
• Coordinate mobilisations and resources for fleet performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and Hitachi procedures.
• Provide regular progress reporting and stakeholder updates.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Safety leadership

Education

Mobile Plant trade qualification

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Electrician

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia is seeking a proactive Project Manager to oversee maintenance and warranty activities for the excavator fleet at Peak Downs Mine. The role reports to the Customer Support Manager and operates on a 5/2 roster, coordinating subcontractors and internal teams to maximise fleet performance and project success.

You will drive safety, quality and timely delivery, while managing budgets and project documentation across mining projects in Australia.