Electrical Fitter

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Electrical Fitter. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Join our global business and expand your career opportunities for the future
• In 6 months time location will be time moving to the east coat in Hemmant QLD
• Overtime available when required

About the business

GE is the world's Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

About the role

The Electrical Fitter is responsible for the repair and overhaul of various electrical motors and components. You will work closely with other individuals and teams to deliver work in accordance with the customer requirements, and undertake any training required for this position. 

You will work on the maintenance and repair of various electric motors, conduct overhauls and repairs on; Traction Motors, Alternators, Rotors and Blower Motors. You will need to conduct static and dynamic testing of the electrical equipment, all whilst ensuring you are compliant to GE Quality, EHS and other policies.

In addition to this, you will also be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Test electro-mechanical equipment to troubleshoot known or suspected issues. 
• Re-test reassembles electro-mechanical equipment for proper output and operation.
• Disassemble electro-mechanical equipment noting parts identification, configuration, and condition.
• Replace or repair worn or effective assemblies. 
• Clean electro-mechanical equipment including, but not limited to: parts washers/steamers glass beads blasting, etc.
• Lift, tighten, adjust, and/or secure heavy objects to perform work duties.
• Use precision measurement tools and equipment to determine serviceability and accurate notation of results.
• Operate specialized repair and testing equipment and other equipment as needed
• Complete required paperwork for each job accurately and on a timely basis.
• Actively participate in the teaming model, including but not limited to teaming meetings and fulfilling the functions or duties decided by the team on a rotational basis.
• Attend all teaming toolbox talks, workplace safety meetings and compliance talks and participate in workplace inspections and safe work observations. 

Skills and experience

The ideal candidate will hold an Engineering Trade Qualification Level III in Electrical Machine Repair, Electrical Fitting or equivalent, and have the ability to repair and overhaul Medium – High Voltage electrical motors & generators. A candidate that has possession of or shows commitment to obtaining High Risk Work Licenses – Forklift, Dogger or Rigger tickets in the future will be highly regarded. 

Working on a customer site you need to have a flexible and an adaptable customer focused attitude, while adhering to all company policy, procedures and training regimes.

Some further desirable characteristics of this role include:

• Experience in operating HV electrical testing equipment
• Demonstrated high attention to detail & ability to perform complex problem solving
• QLD electrical licensing is desirable
• Soldering qualification or experience is desirable
• Machining qualifications or experience relevant to the role is desirable.
• Brazing and/or Welding qualifications desirable.

What's on offer

Our benefits include:

• Over-time available when necessary 
• A generous paid parental leave policy ("GE Families")
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Long term career opportunities (locally and globally)
• Generous discounts for goods & services via our employee benefits program (think travel, entertainment & shopping!)
• Competitive salary range 

If you are passionate about working for an organization that imagines things others don't, builds things others can't, and delivers outcomes that make the world better, we would love to hear from you. 

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