David Thomas
Dubbo,NSW
Summary
Hands-on electrical professional with experience in wiring schematics, control systems, data cabling, and preventive maintenance. Strong background in diagnosing faults, repairing circuits, and testing systems to meet safety standards and customer needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Contractor
Self Employed
Dubbo, NSW
07.2014 - Current
- Installed wiring, data cabling, electrical panels and lighting systems in new construction.
- Diagnosed electrical and communications faults, and repaired circuits, breakers, and damaged components.
- Troubleshot complex electrical problems using test instruments such as multimeters, insulation/continuity testers and data testing units
- Interpreted blueprints, plans, and electrical diagrams for job planning.
- Calculated load requirements for new construction projects based on building plans and local codes.
- Followed electrical codes, permit rules, and safety procedures on every job.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair.
- Performed preventive maintenance on all electrical systems and components.
- Inspected completed installations for compliance with codes, regulations, and customer specifications, ensuring safety and quality standards were met.
- Supervised subcontractor work, ensuring adherence to project specifications while communicating details to homeowners and businesses.
- Managed independent electrical contracting projects for residential and commercial clients.
- Delivered emergency on-call services for supply faults, domestic fire isolation, equipment breakdowns, and security camera issues, minimizing downtime for clients.
- Programmed lighting, air conditioning and water controls per customer requirements..
- Configured control systems including programmable logic controllers.
- Installed stand alone communications sites including the tower, electrical fit out and communications equipment programming, installation and testing.
- Traced out circuits using schematics diagrams in order to locate faults.
- Supervised job site operations to maintain consistent safety and hazard-free work area.
- Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work, and potential challenges throughout project timeline.
- Provided technical assistance for difficult electrical and maintenance problems.
Education
Cert III in ESI - Power Systems - Distribution -
TAFE NSW
NSW01-2014
Cert IV in Training & Assessment -
TAFE NSW
NSW01-2012
Diploma of Electrical Engineering -
TAFE NSW
NSW01-2010
Diploma of Management -
GE Consultancy Pty Ltd
NSW01-2010
Statement of Attainment in Telecommunications And Data Cabling -
TAFE NSW
NSW01-2000
Cert. III Electrical Fitter/Mechanic -
TAFE NSW
NSW01-1999
Dubbo High
Dubbo, NSW01-1995
Skills
- Electrical installation
- Circuit troubleshooting
- Fault diagnosis
- Load calculations
- Code compliance
- Safety inspections
- Wiring diagrams
- Data communication systems
- Control systems
- Load calculations
- Motor controls
- Electrical systems
- Site supervision
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Data cabling
Previous Experience
During my time with Essential Energy and through different roles, I had the opportunity to work with SCADA systems. I was involved with the data input for programming components, installation of the PLC's and wiring in the zone substations, testing & fault finding, and later on in my career as an end user operating and monitoring electrical substations using SCADA.
Timeline
Electrical Contractor
Self Employed
07.2014 - Current
Cert III in ESI - Power Systems - Distribution -
TAFE NSW
Cert IV in Training & Assessment -
TAFE NSW
Diploma of Electrical Engineering -
TAFE NSW
Diploma of Management -
GE Consultancy Pty Ltd
Statement of Attainment in Telecommunications And Data Cabling -
TAFE NSW
Cert. III Electrical Fitter/Mechanic -
TAFE NSW
Dubbo High