Transformer Operative

IPSUM; Blaydon on Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with

24/7 virtual GP and mental health

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Ipsum is seeking a Transformer Operative to carry out mechanical installation, maintenance, refurbishment, repair and commissioning support on power transformers and HV equipment within electrical substations and renewable energy projects in the UK.

The role requires joining a multi-disciplined team, travelling across the UK, and working safely to high safety and quality standards. You will be involved in assembly, dismantling, inspection and maintenance of transformers and related equipment.

Qualifications

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter / Transformer Operative with proven industrial experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Previous substation and transformer experience is desirable.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve faults.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Willingness to learn, develop and work within a multi-skilled team environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, dismantle, assemble and refurbish power transformers and associated mechanical equipment.
• Carry out mechanical installation, maintenance, inspection and fault-finding activities on transformers and associated plant.
• Install, remove and replace transformer components including radiators, conservators, pipework, valves, cooling equipment, gaskets and seals.
• Assist with transformer repairs, refurbishment, life-extension projects and equipment replacements.
• Support transformer installation, dismantling, reassembly, oil filling and associated preparation activities.
• Assist with testing and commissioning activities within individual competence levels.
• Use mechanical hand tools, power tools and specialist equipment safely and correctly.
• Assist with rigging, lifting operations and the installation of transformer ancillary equipment where trained and authorised.
• Complete relevant documentation and maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and compliance.
• Work collaboratively within multi-skilled teams, supporting colleagues and travelling across the UK as required.

Skills

Industrial experience

Reading drawings

Full UK Driving Licence

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Transformer Operative

Location

Blaydon-On-Tyne with regular UK travel

Employment type

Full time, Permanent

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 40 hours pw

What’sin it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum,you’renot just taking a job —you’restarting a career with real support behind it.

• Annual leave plus bank holidays
• Optiontobuyup to 5additionalholidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GPandMental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club -supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the Role

The Transformer Operativeis responsible for carrying out mechanical installation, maintenance, refurbishment, repair and commissioning support activities on power transformers and associated high-voltage equipment within electrical substations, renewable energy projects and industrial environments.

Working as part of a multi-disciplined team, the role involves the assembly, dismantling, inspection and maintenance of power transformers and associated mechanical equipment. The successful candidate will work safely under the direction of Site Supervisors and other competent personnel, ensuring all work is completed to the required safety, quality and technical standards.

The role will involve UK-wide travel and working away from home as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, dismantle, assemble and refurbish power transformers and associated mechanical equipment.
• Carry out mechanical installation, maintenance, inspection and fault-finding activities on transformers and associated plant.
• Install, remove and replace transformer components including radiators, conservators, pipework, valves, cooling equipment, gaskets and seals.
• Assist with transformer repairs, refurbishment, life-extension projects and equipment replacements.
• Support transformer installation, dismantling, reassembly, oil filling and associated preparation activities.
• Assist with testing and commissioning activities within individual competence levels.
• Use mechanical hand tools, power tools and specialist equipment safely and correctly.
• Assist with rigging, lifting operations and the installation of transformer ancillary equipment where trained and authorised.
• Complete relevant documentation and maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and compliance.
• Work collaboratively within multi-skilled teams, supporting colleagues and travelling across the UK as required.

About you….

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter / Transformer Operativewith proven industrial experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Previous substation and transformer experience is desirable.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve faults.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Willingness to learn, develop and work within a multi-skilled team environment.

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