Electrical Winder

2XM; Sydney; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

2xm in Sydney region is seeking an experienced Electrical Winder to join a rotating equipment services team in Rydalmere, NSW. This role covers repair, rewinding and refurbishment of motors, generators and alternators on-site and in the workshop.

Based in Rydalmere 2116, you will strip, rewind, test and finalise winding assemblies, with opportunities for travel nationally and internationally. The position operates 7.30am–4pm Mon-Thu and 7.30am–2pm Fri, initial 6-month term with view to ongoing.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology or equivalent.
• A current state-issued electrical licence or relevant permit.
• Experience in electrical motor rewinding and refurbishment.
• Experience repairing and rewinding DC, medium- and high-voltage motors, generators and alternators.
• Knowledge of winding insulation systems and electrical testing procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset.
• Good communication, teamwork and time management skills.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally when required.

Responsibilities

• Strip down and dismantle electric motors, generators and alternators.
• Remove damaged copper windings and prepare components for rewinding.
• Rewind stators and rotors with new copper wire.
• Install insulation systems and ensure windings meet specifications.
• Perform varnishing, baking and electrical testing after rewinding.
• Repair and refurbish LV and HV rotating machinery.
• Conduct static and dynamic electrical testing of equipment.
• Assemble and disassemble rotating electrical equipment.
• Attend onsite repairs and service work as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organised workshop.
• Work with supervisors to meet project deadlines.
• Follow all safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Electrical motor rewinding

Electrical testing procedures

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology

Job description

Electrical Winder $55-$60 per hour | Rydalmere, NSW |Initial 6X Months with a view to ongoing

• 7.30am- 4pm Monday - Thursday
• 7.30am - 2pm Friday

We are recruiting an experienced Electrical Winder to join a leading rotating equipment services team based in Rydalmere, NSW.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson with experience in electric motor rewinding, electrical rotating equipment repairs and motor refurbishment. If you have strong technical skills, attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety, we want to hear from you!

The Role

Based at Rydalmere NSW 2116, you will be responsible for the repair, rewinding and refurbishment of electrical rotating machinery, including motors, generators and alternators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strip down and dismantle electric motors, generators and alternators.
• Remove damaged copper windings and prepare components for rewinding.
• Rewind stators and rotors with new copper wire.
• Install insulation systems and ensure winding components meet required specifications.
• Perform varnishing, baking and electrical testing following rewinding.
• Repair and refurbish low-voltage (LV) and high-voltage (HV) electrical rotating machinery.
• Conduct static and dynamic electrical testing of equipment.
• Assemble and disassemble rotating electrical equipment.
• Perform motor balancing where required.
• Attend onsite repairs and service work as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop.
• Work closely with supervisors and team members to meet project deadlines.
• Follow all quality, safety and environmental procedures.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology or equivalent.
• A current state-issued electrical licence or relevant permit.
• Demonstrated experience in electrical motor rewinding and refurbishment.
• Experience repairing and rewinding DC motors, medium- and high-voltage motors, generators and alternators.
• Knowledge of winding insulation systems and electrical testing procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset.
• Good communication, teamwork and time management skills.
• The ability to work effectively in workshop and onsite environments.
• Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally when required.

Desirable:

Experience in motor balancing.

What's on Offer?

• $55-$60 per hour
• Opportunity to work with a specialist rotating equipment team.
• Hands-on work across motor rewinding, repairs and refurbishment.
• A varied role utilising your electrical trade skills and technical expertise.