Transformer Technician

Powertech; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering firm is seeking a Transformer Technician to join their Perth office. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in transformer servicing, fault finding, and technical report writing. This role requires relocation to Perth, Western Australia, and involves working with HV distribution transformers. Excellent opportunity to grow within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years’ experience in Power transformers.
• Demonstrated ability to fault find, diagnose, and repair Transformers.
• Familiarity with transformer components and accessories.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical support for HV Power Transformers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Work in remote areas as required.

Skills

Experience in Power transformers

Transformer servicing

Fault finding and diagnosis

Technical report writing

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

Electrical trade license

Job description

Introduction:

Powertech is an electrical engineering services provider delivering HV/LV & E&I testing, commissioning, operations and maintenance services to our clients in mining, oil and gas, utilities, renewable energy and defence sectors across the Australasia region. We value professional excellence, integrity, co-creation and a passion for delivering exceptional results to our clients needs.

Due to a consistent and steady rate of company growth; the result of existing and newly awarded work. We have a requirement for a Transformer Technician to join our Malaga office in Perth, on a Full-Time basis.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate extensive experience with transformer servicing, Refurbishment, installation, fault finding, analysis & technical report writing. As well as rectification works on small to large HV distribution transformers.

We are currently taking applications from South Africa. Point of hire will be Perth Western Australia, must be willing to relocate if based outside of Western Australia.

Main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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.
  
  
  

Experience, skills and qualifications:

• 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.
  
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity to expand and share your knowledge and to work with a well-established team of industry professionals.

Powertech is an equal opportunity employer and we support diversity in our workplace.

If you believe you have what it takes, please do not hesitate to hit APPLY to this advert today.