Administration Manager | Perth

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a global brand providing a variety of machinery for the Construction, Mining and Forestry industries.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Manager – Administration to lead the administration function at our Forestdale Branch. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring the smooth, compliant, and efficient operation of the branch while supporting business performance and continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing administration team
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, banking, and financial reporting
• Manage budgets, forecasting, expenditure, and cost control initiatives
• Ensure compliance across WHS, financial governance, audit, and business systems
• Oversee asset management, fleet administration, and contractor compliance
• Deliver accurate operational reporting and support business decision-making
• Drive process improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and customer service

About You

You are a capable and confident leader with strong commercial acumen and a passion for operational excellence. You bring:

• Proven experience in an Administration Manager or senior operational administration role
• Strong financial administration skills, including AP/AR, budgeting, and reporting
• Demonstrated success leading and developing teams
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working with business systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement, and compliance

Benefits

• A competitive salary & the potential to earn bi-annual bonuses!
• A permanent long-term career in a growing business
• Discounted health insurance premiums & access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive management who values your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success
• Continuous training and upskilling with access to the latest technologies
• Be a part of a leading OEM which genuinely values and ensures you are happy and safe at work!

At Hitachi, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities. We encourage and support a diverse talent pool of skill, ethnicity and gender, to create a wide culture of shared values and enriched experiences in our business.
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.