Transformer Technician

Powertech; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Flexible work arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Diverse projects

Upskilling

Job summary

Powertech is a trusted leader in high-voltage transformer services, delivering commissioning and maintenance across Australia since 1998. The Transformer Technician role based in Malaga, WA, offers a full-time permanent position with relocation support if needed.

You will perform HV power transformer work, support clients, and travel to remote sites as required. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in power transformers, an electrical trade license, and hands-on experience with transformer oil

Qualifications

• Electrical trade license or eligible/trade certification.
• Minimum 5 years' experience with power transformers.
• Experience in transformer oil filtration and circulation.
• Experience with installation, assembly and on-site support for transformers.
• Familiar with transformer components and testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HV transformer services per the business plan.
• Provide technical support for HV power transformers.
• Meet client requirements and exceed expectations.
• Build and maintain relationships with Powertech clients.
• Execute projects from start to finish, professionally.
• Work in remote areas, offshore and interstate as required.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Oil filtration

Onsite support

Electrical testing

Client relations

Education

Electrical trade license

Tools

Oil testing equipment

Transformer testing tools

Job description

Introduction: 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 Malaga office 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.

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