Senior Grid Projects Manager | Power & Energy Systems

HITACHI ENERGY CZECH REPUBLIC S.R.O.; Lilydale; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Project/Program Manager to lead the Grid Automation project team, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and risk management for power generation and grid solution initiatives in Australia.

You will drive project execution, manage contracts and procurement, and coordinate with Supply Chain. Strong stakeholder engagement, HSE compliance, and a proactive, well-organized mindset are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics engineering or equivalent.
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Strong technical aptitude in electrical engineering and industrial software technologies.
• Ability to understand BESS control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team, defining guidelines, allocating tasks, and monitoring resources.
• Plan and schedule project documents, scope, budgets, and risk plans.
• Ensure project follows HITACHI ENERGY policies and closes contracts.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Management for procurement and changes.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relations and effective communication with all stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations.

Skills

Power generation experience

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Autonomy

Time management

Problem solving

Proactive

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical or Electronics)

PMP certification (desirable)

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Hitachi Energy Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Project/Program Manager to lead the Grid Automation project team, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and risk management for power generation and grid solution initiatives in Australia.

You will drive project execution, manage contracts and procurement, and coordinate with Supply Chain. Strong stakeholder engagement, HSE compliance, and a proactive, well-organized mindset are essential for success.