Service Manager – Power Generation & Diesel Engines

The Company

CD Power is a South Australian business specialising in power generation and diesel engines. From our Adelaide base, we supply, manufacture and service generator systems, and deliver battery energy storage and hybrid power solutions.

Our workshop and field service teams support customers across utilities, mining, oil and gas, government and commercial sectors. From standby generators at critical facilities to prime power systems in remote communities, we help customers keep essential operations running.

About the Role

We are seeking a technically strong and commercially aware Service Manager to lead our generator and diesel engine service operations. This role will oversee workshop and field service delivery across preventative maintenance, breakdown response, major repairs, and commissioning of critical power equipment.

This position suits a hands-on technical leader who understands the operational demands of diesel engines and generator systems and can guide technicians through complex diagnostics and fault resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day service operations across workshop and field teams

Provide technical guidance on diesel engine and generator diagnostics

Oversee preventative maintenance, fault finding and warranty.

Drive technician productivity, utilisation, and safety performance

Coordinate breakdown response and maintenance scheduling

Support quoting, job costing, and service profitability

Build strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders

Improve service processes, reporting, and operational efficiency

Technical Requirements





Strong practical experience with diesel engines and generator systems

Knowledge of engine fuel systems, cooling systems, turbocharging, and governing

Experience with generator controls, synchronising systems, and protection functions

Capability to interpret wiring schematics, P&IDs;, and technical manuals

Experience performing or overseeing load bank testing and commissioning

Understanding of common engine platforms (e.g. Cummins, Perkins, Volvo, MTU, Deutz or similar)

Familiarity with fault diagnostics relating to starting systems, fuel contamination, wet stacking, and load acceptance

Exposure to SCADA, remote monitoring, or modern generator controllers highly regarded

About You

Proven experience in a Service Manager, Supervisor, or Senior Technician leadership role

Strong troubleshooting capability and ability to mentor technicians

Customer-focused with strong communication skills

Highly organised with strong planning and scheduling ability

Commercial awareness including quoting, margins, and service KPIs

Safety-focused with a commitment to continuous improvement

What We Offer

Competitive salary + vehicle allowance

Leadership role with real impact on business performance

Supportive technical team and strong customer base

Opportunity to shape service systems and technical standards

Long-term growth opportunities within a growing power generation business

Apply

If you are a technically capable service leader who enjoys solving complex engine and power generation challenges while leading a high-performing team, we would love to hear from you.

Apply via Seek or contact Matthew at ••••@cdpower.com.au for a confidential discussion

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🏢 CD Power
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