Commissioning Generator Technician

Energy Power Systems Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured onboarding through CatU n i

Birthday and volunteer leave

Novated leasing options

Paid parental leave

Learning and development opportunities

Referral program incentives

Job summary

Energy Power Systems Australia (EPSA) is seeking a Commissioning Generator Technician to commission and test diesel and gas generator systems across diverse projects. You will work alongside seasoned engineers and technicians, applying expertise to deliver reliable outcomes for data centres, healthcare facilities and major infrastructure.

The role requires A-Grade Electrical Licence with generator experience, the ability to travel, and full Australian working rights.

Qualifications

• A-Grade Electrical Licence with hands-on generator and mechanical experience.
• Proven generator experience in servicing and/or commissioning diesel or gas generator systems.
• Ability to travel locally and interstate and mobilise from the workshop as required.
• Current driver's licence and full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test and sign off diesel and gas generator systems to specification and industry standards.
• Conduct functional testing including load bank testing, controls verification, protection checks and performance validation.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical issues during commissioning activities.
• Prepare commissioning documentation including test sheets, punch lists, redlines and handover packs.
• Collaborate with project managers, site teams and customers to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes on time.

Skills

A-Grade Electrical Licence

Generator experience

Travel flexibility

Driver's licence

Job description

Commissioning Generator Technician

Location: Eastern Creek, NSW
Employment Type: Full Time

Power the future with EPSA

At Energy Power Systems Australia (EPSA), our team members work together to design, deliver and support the sustainable power solutions industries depend on.

From defence and data centres to mining operations, utilities and major infrastructure projects, the work we do keeps essential operations running.

As the Cat® engine dealer for Australia, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, EPSA provides world-class power solutions backed by global innovation and local expertise.

If you're looking to contribute to something bigger and help shape what’s next, this is an opportunity to do meaningful work with real impact.

About the role

As a Commissioning Generator Technician, you'll play an important role in commissioning, testing and supporting the power generation systems customers rely on every day.

Working alongside experienced engineers, technicians and specialists, you'll apply your expertise to real-world challenges, solve complex problems and help deliver reliable outcomes across data centres, healthcare facilities, mining operations, utilities and major infrastructure projects.

This is an opportunity to build your technical capability while working with advanced equipment, evolving technologies and some of the most experienced professionals in the industry.

Key responsibilities include:

• Commission, test and sign off diesel and gas generator systems to specification and industry standards
• Conduct functional testing including load bank testing, controls verification, protection checks and performance validation
• Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical issues during commissioning activities
• Prepare commissioning documentation including test sheets, punch lists, redlines and handover packs
• Collaborate with project managers, site teams and customers to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes on time

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who brings both capability and a collaborative mindset.

Required

• A-Grade Electrical Licence with hands-on generator and mechanical experience
• Proven generator experience in servicing and/or commissioning diesel or gas generator systems
• Ability to travel locally and interstate and mobilise from the workshop as required
• Current driver's licence and full Australian working rights

Highly regarded

• Experience with power system controls, AVR and governor systems, PLC/SCADA interfaces and LV/MV switchgear
• Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring schedules and OEM manuals
• Exposure to Caterpillar® or other major OEM generator packages

Why join EPSA

At EPSA, our team members are trusted to solve complex challenges and deliver real outcomes for customers across Australia.

We believe great work happens when people feel supported, valued and connected to the impact of what they do, and when teams work together with integrity, accountability and care — the EPSA values that shape how we work every day.

We offer:

• Structured onboarding and development through Cat® University
• Paid birthday leave and volunteer leave
• Team member recognition and service awards
• Referral program incentives
• Retail and health insurance discounts
• Novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave
• Learning and development opportunities

Ready to power up your career?

If you're looking to contribute to something bigger and help shape what’s next, this is an opportunity to do meaningful work with real impact.