Darian Van Der Merwe
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Diligent and dedicated Electrician eager to engage in new professional challenges and expand skill set in the electrical field. Committed to delivering high-quality results and exceeding customer expectations. Open to mentorship and continual learning to enhance technical proficiency and adapt to evolving industry standards and practices. Proactive and positive team player, willing to assume additional responsibilities to contribute to team and project success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
Sipka Electrical
06.2020 - Current
- I was entrusted with key projects with shop and restaurant fit-outs across Queensland and Melbourne, demonstrating versatility and commitment to quality.
- Directed teams through the rough-in, cut-out, and fit-off phases of projects, including shops, restaurants, warehouses, and residential properties, ensuring seamless coordination and execution.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to multiple apprentices, emphasizing safety protocols and fostering a secure working environment.
- Maintained clear and open lines of communication with supervisors, foremen, and clients to discuss job-specific requirements and address any arising issues, ensuring timely and effective resolutions.
- Successfully completed over 20 shop and restaurant projects as a tradesman, showcasing technical proficiency and attention to detail.
- Supervised and executed groundwork and electrical works for a block of 35 townhouses, ensuring compliance with specifications and codes.
- Installed large data racks, conducted comprehensive testing, and produced meticulous test sheets, adhering to high standards of accuracy and reliability.
- Supervised and participated in the installation of 500kg+ switchboards, demonstrating expertise in handling heavy electrical equipment.
- Designed and implemented the layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, in alignment with specifications and applicable codes.
- Proficiently read and applied electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications to determine optimal wiring layouts.
Electrical Apprentice
Sipka Electrical
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Worked under supervision of tradesman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Rough in and fit off shops/ restaurants and houses.
- Travel around Queensland with tradesman to complete jobs.
- Work with other trades and learn how to interact and work with them to get jobs done easier.
- Work and learn with builders and supervisors to learn what is expected of me
Machine Operator
Chandler Communications
01.2013 - 06.2016
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Taught multiple people how to use and operate machines
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mansfield State High School
Brisbane11.2012
Certificate II in Electrotechnology - Electrical
Skills Tech Acacia Ridge
Brisbane, QLD04.2013
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician - Electrician
Skills Tech Acacia Ridge
Brisbane, QLD05.2020
Skills
- Experienced with reading electrical plans, floor plans and elevations with great detail to ensure nothing is missed
- Experienced with reading and interpreting large site plans and corresponding electrical plans for large site works
- Ability to teach and lead multiple apprentices to perform high quality work and find mistakes and teach them how and why to fix them, as well and keeping them them safe
- Able to work autonomously and produce high quality, low defect completion of jobs (shop fitting, restaurants ,warehouses, houses)
- Fault Finding, able to find faults using electrical testing equipment and repair faults
- Good people skills, always have good relations with other trades, supervisors and foreman's on jobsite's
- Good communication with clients on site meetings and resolving issues found
Computer Programming
I've always been interested in computer science and programming. I’ve taught myself through online resources how to build databases, APIs, mobile apps, and web apps and writing scripts. I’ve put these skills to use to develop an app called WorkoutFormula that's available on app stores.
Timeline
Electrician
Sipka Electrical
06.2020 - Current
Electrical Apprentice
Sipka Electrical
06.2016 - 06.2020
Machine Operator
Chandler Communications
01.2013 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Mansfield State High School
Certificate II in Electrotechnology - Electrical
Skills Tech Acacia Ridge
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician - Electrician
Skills Tech Acacia Ridge
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