Transformer Technician

POWERTECH PTY LTD; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Flexibility

Expert team

Career growth

Diverse work

Upskilling

Job summary

Powertech PTY LTD in Western Australia is seeking an experienced Transformer Technician to join our Malaga office on a full-time permanent basis. You will perform high voltage transformer services, support maintenance programs, and work across mining, utilities, and renewables projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of transformer experience, an electrical trade license (preferred), and proven fault-finding and repair skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in power transformers.
• Experience with oil filtration, circulation and refurbishment of transformers.
• Willingness to work across WA, interstate or offshore as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform HV transformer services and provide technical support.
• Deliver projects from start to finish and maintain client relations.
• Conduct site inspections and advise on maintenance plans.

Skills

Power transformers

Electrical trades

Education

Electrical trade license

Job description

Powertech is a trusted leader in high-voltage, low-voltage commissioning and maintenance across Australia and Southeast Asia, driving critical projects in Oil & Gas, Mining, Utilities, Renewable Energy, Infrastructure, and Defence Industries since 1998. We foster a strong culture backed by comprehensive training and cutting-edge systems, empowering our expert staff to deliver exceptional results.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Transformer Technician to join Powertech supporting our Malagaoffice on a Full-Time Permanent Basis.

Why Join Us?

• Relocation Support – We'll help you settle into Perth, from anywhere in Australia or NZ.
• Flexibility – Work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.
• Expert Team – Join a crew that values innovation and collaboration.
• Career Growth – Advance your skills on high-impact projects.
• Diverse Work – Projects across mining, renewables, defence, rail, and more.
• Upskilling – Learn, grow & advance your career.

We are currently taking applications New Zealand and Australia wide. Point of hire will be Perth Western Australia, must be willing to relocate if based outside of Western Australia.

About The Role:

• Achieve the deliverables outlined in the 'transformer services' business plan.
• Perform work and provide technical support of HV Power Transformers
• Ensure client's requirements are met and expectations exceeded.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Powertech clients.
• Professionally execute all assigned projects from start to finish.
• Work in remote areas within the state, offshore and interstate as required.

About You:

• An electrical trade (current fitter/mechanic electrical license). Preferred but not a requirement.
• 5 or more years’ Experience in Power transformers.
• Perform power Transformer Oil Filtration and Circulation.
• Rectification and Refurbishment work of Power Transformers
• Installation & assembly of New Power Transformers and provide onsite support.
• Site Inspections and consultancy for Power Transformers to assist clients with maintenance plans and rectifications or refurbishments.
• Familiar with Transformer components and accessories, such as Tap changer systems/ operation.
• Ability to fault find, diagnose and repair Transformers, including Transformer oil diagnosis.
• Extensive knowledge of transformer service requirements
• Demonstrated interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Truck license is preferred but not a requirement.
• Ability to perform Transformer electrical testing is preferred but not a requirement.

Ready to join the team?

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