Trainee Winder

**Trainee Winder Job Description**

**Working Mon-Friday 08:00-16:30**

**Wage meets national minimum wage requirements**

Job Purpose

To support the rewinding and repair of electrical motors, stators, armatures, and transformers under supervision. The trainee will develop foundational skills in winding, insulation, testing, and documentation, with the aim of becoming a fully competent Winding Department Engineer.

The role will provide hands-on experience across key areas of the winding department and contribute to high-quality repair services.

Key Responsibilities

**Training & Supervised Work**

Work under supervision to learn core winding techniques, tools, and materials. Gradually build confidence in stripping, insulating, and rewinding components.

**Rewinding Assistance**

Assist in rewinding tasks on stators, rotors, armatures, and transformers using standard methods and appropriate materials.

**Preparation Work**

**Testing and Quality Control**

Observe and assist with insulation resistance and surge testing. Learn the purpose and process of each test.

**Documentation and Reporting**

Learn to accurately record repair and rewind work, including time spent, materials used, and test results using the company’s business operating system (BOS).

**Tooling and Equipment Management**

Learn to handle and maintain hand tools, winding machinery, and measuring equipment safely.

**Health and Safety Compliance**

Follow all health and safety procedures, ensuring safe working practices, including handling of hazardous materials and operating machinery.

**Continuous Improvement**

Engage with training opportunities and be open to learning new winding and repair techniques.

**Team Collaboration**

Work alongside experienced engineers and team members to deliver work to required standards and deadlines.

Skills and Qualifications

**Essential**
- No prior experience required
- Eagerness to learn and develop practical skills
- Ability to follow instructions
- Positive attitude and willingness to contribute

**Desirable**
- Previous workshop or engineering experience (e.g. apprenticeship, college placement)

Studying towards or holding a Level 2/3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Personal Attributes
- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Reliable and punctual

Team player with good communication skills

Pay: £10.00-£12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Work Location: In person