ABOUT US

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia .

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Proven record delivering complex software and system projects
• Significant commercial experience (5+ years) working in complex, multi-discipline engineering and software projects including phases of requirements, procurement, software development, integration, commissioning (ideally within the rail industry).
• A degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Training in PMP, Prince 2 or similar Project Management methodology.
• Initiative-taking, with excellent leadership, organisational, communication and people skills.
• Agile mindset, able to take prompt decisions in a challenging environment.
• Ability to work and lead in a multicultural environment.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Experience in the following areas of project management: Customer management, scheduling, planning, critical path analysis, change management, risk management, cost estimation.
  At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive.

• Project Manage the delivery of the Traffic Management System (TMS), accountability for Scope, Time, Cost, Risk, Quality and Change Control.
• Manage and coordinate the system requirements and functions, software development, testing & commissioning and verification & validation deliverables on the project.
• Manage and coordinate the engagement of End Users to ensure the resolution of user acceptance issues.
• Facilitate the integrated Assurance process in accordance with the Integrated and Progressive Assurance Strategies.
• Facilitate the Transition to Operations process in accordance with the Integration Strategies.
• Supervising the production of the project plans and schedules.
• Coordinating project reporting in compliance with the Alliance and Internal requirements.
• Contract Administration.
• Coordinating and supporting internal and external audits.
• Attending/chairing Project meetings and arrange the preparation of progress reports, performance reviews and commercial reports.
• Ensuring all activities undertaken are conducted with due regard to a high-level of continuous improvement.
• Ensuring all activities undertaken are conducted with due regard to a high-level of safety.
• Be a leading example of the Hitachi Rail mission, vision and values