Branch Manager

Hitachi Benefits

• $$$ Competitive Package + company vehicle + phone + laptop
• Relocation Packages / rental assistance provided
• TWO bonuses a year: Potential to earn biannual bonuses providing increased earning capacity
• Health: Discounted Medibank health insurance policy
• Home Electrical Appliances: Employee exclusive staff discounts on Hitachi goods
• Training and Development: Continuous training and upskilling with real career development opportunities

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. With a solid network of branches nationally, we service a multitude of customers, including construction, agriculture, quarry, and mining with leading OEM equipment and after sales support.

Hitachi has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to join the team in the position of Branch Manager to lead our Emerald Branch. This role will be best suited to a personable professional who enjoys providing holistic customer service solutions from an operational standpoint.

Reporting to the Regional General Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Operations Management – Providing leadership and development to our Parts, Service, Admin and Sales team.
• People Management – Positively engaging and enabling a team of 60+ employees to achieve branch objectives
• Safety Commitment – Proactive awareness and total assurance of Hitachi’s number one priority
• Continual Service Improvement – Facilitating and implementing growth and development strategies
• Business Development – Identifying and actively chasing every new or potential sales opportunity
• Valuable Relationships – Connected and committed to enhancing relationships with customers, peers and the community.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Experience & Skillset - Demonstrated leadership experience managing a diverse team from a range of departments
• Industry Knowledge: A developed understanding of OEM level services - relevant tertiary / trade qualifications would be highly regarded
• Financial Coordination: Proven financial acumen with a demonstrated ability to meet and exceed targets
• Safety Conscious – Strong awareness and commitment to personal and peer health and safety.
• Analytical thinking – Creative problem solver with an innovative ability to navigate complex issues
• Advanced Communication & Presentation Skills – planning work fronts efficiently and effectively to deliver Hitachi’s Promise of Total Customer Satisfaction

Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate and whole-heartedly value diversity at our company.