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Peter Hardy

63 Putt Putt Lane
Rockentown, NSW 2039

Mobile: 0488 888 888
Home: 02 0000 0000
Email: Peterhardy709@email.com

Summary

I’m a self-motivated, hard working electrician with more than nine years industry experience. I have exceptional technical ability working across a broad range of systems and facility types, and I pride myself on the impeccable quality of my work. My excellent interpersonal skills make me a good team member as well as an effective leader. I adhere to industry regulations at all times and enjoy keeping up to date with the latest electronic technology and innovation.

Education

Rockentown TAFE

Rockentown, NSW

Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering

Graduated: 2003

Rockentown TAFE

Rockentown, NSW

Certificate II in Electrotechnology

Graduated: 1998

Rockentown West High

Rockentown, NSW

Higher School Certificate

Graduated: 1995

Employment History

May 2006 – Present: Electrician
Turrence Jones & Sons

Rockentown East, NSW

Responsibilities

Writing estimates/proposals for commercial and residential wiring
Installing new electrical systems
Preparing layout and set-up of electrical wiring, tools and furniture, based on work conditions and local codes
Reading and interpreting specifications and drawings
Ordering and receiving materials for new projects
Maintaining and repairing installed electrical systems
Fault finding
Panel wiring, construction and installation
Maintaining records of all electrical equipment which I have worked on
Liaising with building managers and foremen
Managing apprentices and subcontractors
Recruiting and training new staff members
Project managing using SimPRO
Performing OHS and QA documentation

Achievements

Promoted to head electrician for the firm’s largest client
Project managed new apprenticeship program

Jan 2004 – May 2006: Electrician
Rockentown South Electrical Services

Rockentown South, NSW

Responsibilities

Constructed a variety of electrical equipment using hand tools and power tools
Repaired and replaced wiring of old installed electrical equipment
Trained new staff on how to install, repair and maintain electrical tools
Ordered, maintained and operated a variety of hand tools

Achievements

Commended for customer service skills
Ran hand and power tool safety workshops for new staff

Jan 1999 – Nov 2003: Apprentice Electrician
Fitzroy Electricity

Rockentown West, NSW

Responsibilities

Drilled holes and set up pipes
Connected wires
Drew diagrams of electrical systems
Installed, maintained and repaired electrical systems
Carried out house calls

Skills

Category	Name	Proficiency	Yrs experience	Last Used	Value
Technology	SimPRO	Advanced	4 yrs	Currently
Computer	PLC Programming	Advanced	4 yrs	Currently

Hobbies

Latest technology, fishing, surfing, martial arts

References

Turrence Jones - Manager
Turrence Jones & Sons
Email: turrence@turrencejones.com
Phone: (02) 9999 9999
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Paul Thomson - Manager
Rockentown South Electrical Services
Email: Pthomson@email.com.au
Phone: (02) 2222 2222
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