“We take on challenges without fear of failure.”

Senior Team

The local team

At HCA, the leadership team acquires industry knowledge and business skills that challenge our company to fulfil its vision of Total Customer Satisfaction. Our leaders actively promote effective internal and external communication to stay abreast of the ever-changing business environment.

As a result of the impacts of Covid-19 globally, as a nation, as communities and as individuals we have faced challenges and changes to our way of life that we could not have envisaged just a few years prior.

Our industries have remained relatively stable, but HCA recognises the varying pressures that Covid-19 has placed on many of our customers.

As a business, HCA implemented contingencies immediately and as a result of our strategies, our level of support and product supply have remained consistent throughout the period. HCA has also introduced a range of bespoke solutions to assist our loyal customers in their time of need. We are fully aware that with every product we sell and support, there is an associated business, family or individual who has an absolute reliance on HCA meeting our commitments.

Our continued success is testament to the capabilities and resilience of our people, the quality of our product and the support of our valued customers.

Despite the strains that Covid-19 has placed on all of us, I strongly believe the adversity we have endured has provided an opportunity to not only reflect on what is truly important to us, but it has also forged an additional layer of capability and resilience to us as individuals and our respective businesses.

Whilst we remain vigilant in playing our part in controlling the containment of Covid-19, we have at all times remained focused on the safety of our people as we continue to further improve our safety performance.

We continue our ongoing commitment to support CSR activities via our charities of choice including the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, Clontarf Foundation, the Roy Hill Foundation, and being cognisant of the impacts the current life style changes can have on mental health, our ongoing support of Beyond Blue could not be more important.

As a company we continue to operate to meet our Carbon Neutral charter, and as a global corporation we are further developing alternative energy options to reduce our carbon footprint.

And of course, we remain clear in the goal to achieve our vision of Total Customer Satisfaction with continued focus on the three “C’s” of our Kenkijin spirit – Customer, Challenge and Communication.

 

– Ray Kitic

A message from the Managing Director of Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia Pty Ltd, Ray Kitic

Reliable Solutions
innovation

Our capability of providing reliable solutions extends to a range of services available to our customers Australia wide. Supplying new and used Hitachi and Bell mining and construction equipment through our national network of company-owned branches broadens our reach to help support you and your business 24/7.

Our machines can be customised to suit our customer’s needs. Competitive in-house equipment finance options are available on our full range of machinery.

Meet the Team

Ray Kitic

Managing Director HCA, HCMO/HCM Senior Officer
Ray Kitic

With more than 30 years of industry experience in the construction and mining industry, Ray has held various senior executive roles whilst working throughout Australia, the USA, South America and Europe. Since joining HCA in 2009, Ray has driven significant change and success through our operations. In the role of Managing Director, Ray is leading the company defining safety, efficiency and growth strategies and helped shape the robust business model that HCA is today. Ray attributes his success and the success of HCA to strength, capability, leadership and commitment of all those within the company.

Meet the Team

Rick Moledo

HCA Director of Product Support
Rick Moledo

Rick joined HCA in 2007 in a business improvement capacity and held several senior roles over the years. With over 30 years of experience in the automotive, commercial vehicle and industrial equipment sectors, Rick has a passion for developing product support synergies with the aim of delivering a high-level ownership experience for the customer. Rick’s tenure at HCA has led to the development and growth of various shared support functions, including Learning & Development, branding, customer support, WHS, HR and the spare parts group.

Appointed as Director – Product Support, Rick leads the spare parts, technical service and engineering groups to support HCA’s national business operations.

Meet the Team

Tony Pilbrow

HCA Director of Operations
Tony Pilbrow

With 30 years of experience in construction and mining equipment manufacturing, Tony joined HCA in 2003, holding various senior management roles in sales and operations. His responsibilities as Director includes overseeing HCA branch operation strategies and structures, Remanufacturing, WHS and Quality Assurance. Tony is committed to safety and wellbeing, innovation and technology and challenging the business to drive continuous improvement to deliver better outcomes for all.

Meet the Team

Andrew Martin

HCA Director of Sales
Andrew Martin

With over 30 years of hands-on experience, Andrew has held several senior management roles within the mining and construction sectors. During his tenure as General Manager of International Operations, his responsibilities included the global management of corporate mining customers, whilst providing guidance and support to Hitachi headquarters in Tokyo and the global dealer network. Andrew’s current role utilises his capabilities to strengthen and synergise strategies across construction and mining sales, the used equipment and rental business and Wenco technology.

Meet the Team

Motomu Sue

General Manager, HCMO / Director of HCMO
Motomu Sue

Joining Hitachi in 1989, Tom has held successful sales and operational roles across Asia, UK, Oceania and the Americas, spanning a 35-year career. In 2005, he was appointed General Manager of CablePrice, with his extensive experience leading to his role as Vice President of the UK and Republic of Ireland. Tom has held senior positions with the Japan Construction Machinery Manufacturing Association, as well as leading Sales Support Media at HCM headquarters before his current position as Director and General Manager of Hitachi Construction Machinery Oceania Holdings.

"We strive to understand our customers' needs better than they do."

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Supporting Paediatric Healthcare in the Hunter Region

We’re thrilled to share that, through our partnership with the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, Hitachi recently made a donation to Muswellbrook Hospital’s Maternity Unit. A few of our team members, including Aaron, Seamus and Tynan, visited the hospital for the handover of a Jaundice Detector and learned about the important impact this piece of equipment will have on the local community.

The Maternity Unit team, guided by Lisa Buckley, explained how vital this new jaundice detector is. While births in the area are now planned at larger hospitals in Maitland and Newcastle, local mothers often have babies born slightly early to avoid travel risks. These babies have a higher chance of developing jaundice, so having a detector on-site ensures quick and effective monitoring right at Muswellbrook.

Lisa expressed deep gratitude for the donation, as equipment funding is a challenge, and the Humpty Dumpty Foundation is a crucial lifeline for these resources. This new equipment will be instrumental not only in the hospital but also for providing care in the community for families who can’t make regular hospital visits.

Together, we’re making a difference in the health and well-being of families in the Upper Hunter Valley.
Hitachi Construction Machinery is proud to lead the way in sustainable mining technology, with the world's first engineless, full-battery rigid frame dump truck currently undergoing real-world testing at a mine site in Zambia. This milestone project significantly reduces emissions and delivers cleaner energy solutions for large-scale mining operations. 🌏🔋

Stay tuned as we continue to push the boundaries of mining machinery!
🎃🚜 The Pumpkin king is onsite and digging deep this Halloween! No tricks, just powerful treats with Hitachi. Happy Halloween! 👻🧡
🚧 Meet the S Series H21 Hitachi ZX170W! 🚧

One of the safest rail machines on the market, it’s built to withstand the most severe working conditions while being reliable, versatile, and efficient. The S Series Rail Guidance System features retractable rail wheel assemblies installed on the excavator, positioning the vehicle on the rail while allowing the tyres to maintain traction and braking. The blade is equipped with a mechanical twist mechanism to meet Australian Standards.

Choose safety and efficiency for your next project! 🔧✨
🎂🍰 How awesome is this cake?! 🍰🎂

Our friends at Red Mulga went all out to celebrate Jonsey's 30th birthday, one of their valued operators, and we couldn’t resist sharing their creativity! Featuring a miniature EX8000, this cake captures the spirit of Hitachi machines in the sweetest way possible.🧡

Happy 30th, Jonsey! And kudos to Red Mulga for the fantastic tribute to a true Hitachi fan.
🚛 New Delivery Alert! 🚛

We’re excited to announce that our Launceston team has just delivered a brand-new ZW180-7 loader to DT Infrastructure, ready to power up their work on the Tasmanian Rail Network! 🚧🚂

On Friday, 27th October, the DT Infrastructure crew visited our Launceston branch for hands-on training and familiarisation with the machine’s advanced features. They were impressed by the ZW180-7's performance and functionality, and we can't wait to see it in action on the rails! 💪
Supporting Paediatric Healthcare in the Hunter Region

We’re thrilled to share that, through our partnership with the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, Hitachi recently made a donation to Muswellbrook Hospital’s Maternity Unit. A few of our team members, including Aaron, Seamus and Tynan, visited the hospital for the handover of a Jaundice Detector and learned about the important impact this piece of equipment will have on the local community.

The Maternity Unit team, guided by Lisa Buckley, explained how vital this new jaundice detector is. While births in the area are now planned at larger hospitals in Maitland and Newcastle, local mothers often have babies born slightly early to avoid travel risks. These babies have a higher chance of developing jaundice, so having a detector on-site ensures quick and effective monitoring right at Muswellbrook.

Lisa expressed deep gratitude for the donation, as equipment funding is a challenge, and the Humpty Dumpty Foundation is a crucial lifeline for these resources. This new equipment will be instrumental not only in the hospital but also for providing care in the community for families who can’t make regular hospital visits.

Together, we’re making a difference in the health and well-being of families in the Upper Hunter Valley.
Hitachi Construction Machinery is proud to lead the way in sustainable mining technology, with the world's first engineless, full-battery rigid frame dump truck currently undergoing real-world testing at a mine site in Zambia. This milestone project significantly reduces emissions and delivers cleaner energy solutions for large-scale mining operations. 🌏🔋

Stay tuned as we continue to push the boundaries of mining machinery!
🎃🚜 The Pumpkin king is onsite and digging deep this Halloween! No tricks, just powerful treats with Hitachi. Happy Halloween! 👻🧡
🚧 Meet the S Series H21 Hitachi ZX170W! 🚧

One of the safest rail machines on the market, it’s built to withstand the most severe working conditions while being reliable, versatile, and efficient. The S Series Rail Guidance System features retractable rail wheel assemblies installed on the excavator, positioning the vehicle on the rail while allowing the tyres to maintain traction and braking. The blade is equipped with a mechanical twist mechanism to meet Australian Standards.

Choose safety and efficiency for your next project! 🔧✨
🎂🍰 How awesome is this cake?! 🍰🎂

Our friends at Red Mulga went all out to celebrate Jonsey's 30th birthday, one of their valued operators, and we couldn’t resist sharing their creativity! Featuring a miniature EX8000, this cake captures the spirit of Hitachi machines in the sweetest way possible.🧡

Happy 30th, Jonsey! And kudos to Red Mulga for the fantastic tribute to a true Hitachi fan.
🚛 New Delivery Alert! 🚛

We’re excited to announce that our Launceston team has just delivered a brand-new ZW180-7 loader to DT Infrastructure, ready to power up their work on the Tasmanian Rail Network! 🚧🚂

On Friday, 27th October, the DT Infrastructure crew visited our Launceston branch for hands-on training and familiarisation with the machine’s advanced features. They were impressed by the ZW180-7's performance and functionality, and we can't wait to see it in action on the rails! 💪

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