Conor Collins
South Perth,WA
Summary
Highly motivated professional with a proven track record in electrical engineering and pyrotechnics. Proficient in Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and process control. Committed to safety, quality and client satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flashbutt Electrician
Cat5 Rail
01.2024 - Current
- Install, repair and maintain electrical, mechanical and hydraulic components on mobile flashbutt welding machines, hi-rail excavators and loaders.
- Maintain small plant equipment such as MP12 profile grinders, rail saws and other plant such as generators and hand grinders.
- Diagnosing faults in time critical windows to get plant and equipment clear of track.
- Servicing heavy machinery either in the workshop or out on site.
Plumbing Trade Assistant
Impact Personnel
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted with ground works for drainage and plumbing systems for new high rise construction site, following the required specifications of the client
- Installation of Stormwater drains, air conditioning stacks and drains all to client specification
- Testing and commissioning of underslung drainage to regulation.
Senior Electrical Technician
Lhoist Whitwell
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted with the sites multi-million-pound investment by installing, programming and commissioning the new PLC and SCADA systems
- Managed the electrical department on a day-to-day basis in the absence of the electrical engineering manager
- Part of the CAPEX planning and implementation committee
- Placing orders for electrical and instrument components
- Providing in house training to other technicians on SCADA and PLC systems
- Carrying out inspection and commissioning of Existing equipment to ATEX standards
- Attending breakdowns on critical equipment on Electrical, Mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Pyrotechnician
Fuse Fireworks
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Installation and deployment of firework displays and special fx for all kinds of public and private events, engaging with audiences from 90-90,000 people
- Prepare season fireworks to a strict time sheet with timed fuses ensuring that the deployment time is correct
- Follow strict health and safety protocols due to working with explosives, ensuring the general public and workers are kept safe
Shift Electrical Technician
Lhoist
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Maintaining all electrical equipment on site working a continental shift Rota and covering the plant on a 24-hour call basis
- Making alterations and improvements to the closed loop control systems including fuel control, product cooling systems, high air flow fans and pumps etc
- Carrying out maintenance on Electric actuators, electrical switchgear, Electric motors and fans
- Inspection testing and verification of LV circuits from main switch rooms to final termination points
- Installation and commission of electrical MCC panels, PLC equipment, large supply cables and general low voltage instrumentation.
Electrical Engineer Apprentice
Lhoist Whitwell
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Gain a good understanding of electrical circuits and equipment I work with
- Understand the hazards and risks that can occur when working as an industrial electrician
- Develop my ability to use hand tools and testing equipment
- Attend college on a 1 day a week basis to complete a portfolio and complete my NVQ/Diploma/BTEC
- I Worked alongside experienced electricians and gained as much knowledge from them as possible by taking notes and repeating their good working practices.
Education
Technical Skills Assessment Record - Electrical
College of Electrical Training
JoondalupBTEC Level 4 HNC National Diploma Electrical & Electronic Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Chesterfield College, UK
BTEC Level 3 Diploma Electrical & Electronic Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Chesterfield College, UK
EAL Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance (Electrical) -
Performance Through People, UK
EAL Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations -
Performance Through People, UK
EAL Level 2 in Industrial Environment Awareness -
Performance Through People, UK
City and Guilds British Pyrotechnic Association Firer - undefined
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong organizational and time management
- Fault finding in electrical systems
- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings
- Adapting to scenarios
- Safety Management
- Ability to work as a team or independently
- Strong computer skills
Certification
- WA HRA+C Class Drivers License
- WA Provisional Electrical License
- White Card
- First aid and Low Voltage Rescue
- Working at heights
- Confined Spaces
- Gas testing certificate
- High Risk Work License – WP + LF
- Mitsubishi PLC introduction & advanced training course
- Electrical installations BS 7671
- ABB Variable Speed Drive training module 1
- ABB Variable Speed Drive training module 2
Hobbies and Interests
I enjoy spending time with my family and staying active by attending a local gym and running. I maintain a keen interest in new technology and systems by being an active member with the Institute of Engineering and Technology.
References
- Michael Keen, Civic Heart Plumbing Supervisor, +61435049504
- Adam Taylor, Lhoist UK Operations Manager, LinkedIn, Adam.Taylor@Lhoist.com, +447581399383
- David Nichols, Amazon Senior RM Engineer, LinkedIn, Dncamzn@amazon.co.uk, +447917512266
- Brian Marshall, Managing Director, Brian@fuse-fireworks.com
Timeline
Flashbutt Electrician
Cat5 Rail
01.2024 - Current
Plumbing Trade Assistant
Impact Personnel
07.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Electrical Technician
Lhoist Whitwell
06.2021 - 01.2023
Shift Electrical Technician
Lhoist
06.2017 - 06.2021
Pyrotechnician
Fuse Fireworks
01.2016 - 01.2023
Electrical Engineer Apprentice
Lhoist Whitwell
08.2014 - 06.2017
City and Guilds British Pyrotechnic Association Firer - undefined
Technical Skills Assessment Record - Electrical
College of Electrical Training
BTEC Level 4 HNC National Diploma Electrical & Electronic Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Chesterfield College, UK
BTEC Level 3 Diploma Electrical & Electronic Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Chesterfield College, UK
EAL Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance (Electrical) -
Performance Through People, UK
EAL Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations -
Performance Through People, UK
EAL Level 2 in Industrial Environment Awareness -
Performance Through People, UK
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