The Service Manager is responsible for leading and executing the operational service strategy for the Branch, ensuring outstanding service delivery Australia’s customers. This role plays a critical part in driving revenue through effective resource management, service quality, labour optimisation, and a strong customer service focus. The Service Manager oversees a technically skilled team providing service, maintenance, and repairs on a diverse range of industrial compressed air and power generation equipment.
Responsibilities
- Achievement of weekly and monthly Branch Service KPIs
- Delivery against annual service revenue targets
- Safety and environmental compliance for all service activities
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership
- Execute the branch service plan and drive team performance to meet service targets.
- Assign technical resources effectively to match workload and customer demand.
- Forecast workflow and proactively adjust plans to optimise labour recovery.
- Lead and coach a team of service professionals to maintain high levels of technical competency and customer service.
- Conduct performance reviews, provide regular feedback, and develop individual capability through mentoring and training.
- Support recruitment and onboarding of service staff in partnership with HR, ensuring alignment with business needs.
- Actively engage with customers through site visits, meetings, and communications to maintain service quality and build strong relationships.
- Prepare timely and accurate service quotes tailored to customer requirements.
- Ensure service delivery aligns with customer expectations and company standards
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure all service operations comply with OH&S legislation, company safety policies, and environmental regulations.
- Lead and promote a safety-first culture, including daily pre-starts, toolbox talks, and targeted safety initiatives.
- Maintain safe and clean workshop facilities and ensure service vehicles are fully operational and compliant.
- Work closely with the Branch Manager, Sales team, and Product Managers to align service delivery with business development and product strategies.
- Support product rollouts by communicating recommended service plans and technical knowledge to the technician team.
- Work closely with the Branch Manager, Sales team, and Product Managers to align service delivery with business development and product strategies.
- Drive service quality improvements through process optimisation, skill development, and best-practice standards.
- Monitor service performance data and implement corrective actions where needed.
- All other duties as and when requested that are within your skills and abilities