Transformer Technician – Substations & UK Travel

IPSUM; Blaydon on Tyne; Sur place; GBP 17 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

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

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Industrial experience

Reading drawings

Full UK Driving Licence

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Description du poste

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.