Senior Grid Automation Project Manager

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Australia Pty Ltd in Lilydale, Victoria, is seeking a Project/Program Manager to lead Grid Automation projects on-site. The role emphasizes delivering aligned plans, budgets, and schedules while coordinating contracts, procurement, and stakeholder communications.

The ideal candidate has power-generation experience, an Electrical/Electronics engineering background, PMP desirability, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• PMP certification desirable.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team, defining guidelines, allocating tasks and monitoring milestones.
• Plan and schedule with Project Controls: scope, finances, schedule and risk plans.
• Execute and control projects following Hitachi Energy policies and monitor progress.
• Manage contracts, claims and procurement with Supply Chain.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relations and escalation paths.
• Ensure health, safety and environment compliance across the project.

Skills

Power generation experience

BESS control systems

Engineering software proficiency

Strong communication

Teamwork and autonomy

Time management

Electrical engineering background

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Project Management Certification (PMP)

Tools

Engineering software tools

Job description

Hitachi Energy Australia Pty Ltd in Lilydale, Victoria, is seeking a Project/Program Manager to lead Grid Automation projects on-site. The role emphasizes delivering aligned plans, budgets, and schedules while coordinating contracts, procurement, and stakeholder communications.

The ideal candidate has power-generation experience, an Electrical/Electronics engineering background, PMP desirability, and strong communication skills.