Electric Motor Winder – Electrical Engineering Technician

About the role

A well-established industrial electrical business in the Hunter region of New South Wales, represented by 2coms, is looking for an experienced electric motor winder. The client repairs, assembles, tests and overhauls electrical rotating equipment in its workshop, handling AC and DC motors from 0.75 kW (1 HP) up to 1,000 HP, along with alternators. The role reports to the Workshop Manager and allows independent management of your own workload after training.

Key responsibilities

• Rewind low-voltage AC and DC motors and carry out winding and repair work on alternators
• Strip existing windings, record winding data and determine rewind specifications
• Disassemble and reassemble motors, diagnose faults and perform static electrical testing
• Repair or replace damaged components and complete final assembly and testing
• Operate workshop testing equipment, record results and prepare service reports
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop and follow workplace health and safety procedures

Required profile

• Certificate III or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrotechnology, Electrical Fitting, Motor Winding/Rewinding or a related discipline; international qualifications considered, and non-Australian qualifications may be accepted with substantial practical experience (preferably 5+ years)
• Demonstrated experience with AC motors, DC motors, alternators and rotating electrical equipment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after training
• Good written and spoken English; a current driver's licence is preferred

Required skills

• Hands-on motor winding and rewinding, including stripping windings and recording data
• Fault-finding, diagnostics and static electrical testing
• Work to technical specifications and precise tolerances

What we offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and stable, long-term full-time employment
• Subclass 482 visa sponsorship for eligible candidates and initial relocation support
• Modern workshop facilities, training on testing equipment and ongoing professional development
• Supportive team culture and the chance to manage your own workload after training