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 solid 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
- Familiarity with fault diagnostics relating to starting systems, fuel contamination, wet stacking, and load acceptance
- Exposure to SCADA, remote monitoring, or up-to-date 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

📌 Service Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 CD Power
📍 Adelaide