Project Manager

Hitachi Construction Machinery; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Super

Paid Parental Leave

Vehicle

Laptop

Phone

PPE uniform supplied

Even time roster

Two annual discretionary bonuses

Staff discounts on Hitachi products

Medibank health insurance

Job summary

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the maintenance and performance of excavator and truck fleets at Tarrawonga and Vickery mines in NSW. You will work with the client and internal teams to ensure maintenance, safety, and budget compliance.

Reporting to the After Sales and Major Projects Manager, you will coordinate maintenance tasks, manage subcontractors, and lead site tradesmen while upholding Hitachi standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications and proven supervisory/project management experience.
• Experience managing mobile equipment projects in mining.
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong track record in safety and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance and warranty tasks to schedule and budgets.
• Manage subcontractors, ensuring safety, budget, and specifications.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to meet objectives, aligned with Hitachi specifications.
• Oversee Gunnedah tradesmen and handle project administration per HCA standards.

Skills

Trade qualifications

Supervisory experience

Project management experience

Mining mobile equipment

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant trade qualifications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Site: Tarrawonga and Vickery Mine Sites

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to oversee the operational performance of the excavator and truck fleets at Tarrawonga and Vickery mines, working closely with the client to ensure effective management and maintenance.

Reporting to the After Sales and Major Projects Manager, key responsibilities include:

• Planning, coordinating, and executing maintenance and warranty tasks in line with project schedules and budgets.
• Managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety, budget, and specifications.
• Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to meet objectives, aligned with Hitachi specifications.
• Overseeing Gunnedah tradesmen and handling project administration in accordance with HCA standards.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Relevant trade qualifications and proven Supervisory/Project Management experience.
• Strong background in managing mobile equipment projects within the mining industry.
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently, ensuring deadlines are met.
• A strong track record in safety and quality assurance.

Benefits

• Competitive Annual Salary+ 12% Super +Paid Parental Leave
• Vehicle + Laptop + Phone + PPE uniform supplied
• Work life Balance:Even time roster
• Bonus:TWO annual discretionary bonuses for increased earning potential
• Discounts:Save at 500+ retailers with orange benefits! Including staff discounts on Hitachi Products
• Health:Discounted Medibank health insuranceWellness:Access to Employee Assistance Program

Who Are We?

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a global leader in providing machinery for the Construction, Mining, and Forestry industries. We are known for our commitment to excellence and innovation, delivering reliable, high-quality equipment backed by a dedicated team.

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including criminal record checks and employment medical assessments. As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including (but not limited to) criminal history record checks and employment medical assessments.