Ethan Garry James
Summary
Qualified and licensed Electrician with extensive experience across residential, industrial, and mining sectors, including work with major clients such as BHP, FMG,RioTinto, and CBH. Skilled in electrical installation, maintenance, and fault finding, with a proven ability to supervise teams and deliver work safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. Strong communicator with a hands-on leadership style, capable of managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines in demanding environments. Currently expanding professional experience through work at Benara Nurseries, demonstrating adaptability, reliability, and a continued commitment to learning and excellence in all roles undertaken.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursery Hand
Benara Nurseries
07.2024 - Current
- My current role at Benara Nurseries represents a major shift from the electrical and FIFO industries, where I previously ran electrical shutdowns. Despite the change, the transition has been smooth as I’ve been around the business my entire life. The skills and knowledge I’ve gained so far have been immense, and every day brings new opportunities to learn and grow. Being part of the family business also means I’m constantly challenged with “pop quizzes” to ensure I’m retaining new information while keeping my electrical trade knowledge sharp.
ELECTRICAL SUPERVISOR / LEADINGHAND
Tasman Power
09.2022 - 07.2024
- During my time at Tasman Power, I further developed my skills within the electrical industry and strengthened my passion for leadership. I strived for success both personally and as part of a team, consistently meeting deadlines safely and efficiently. The role provided an excellent opportunity to enhance my people management abilities, as I supervised a team of up to ten electricians across multiple Plant Shutdowns. This experience taught me how to manage resources effectively under tight timelines, ensuring work was completed to high standards so production could resume on schedule.
ELECTRICAL TRADESPERSON
Quest Personnel and Torque Jobs
03.2022 - 09.2022
- I regularly attend toolbox meetings, identify potential hazards, assess risks, and implement appropriate control measures to maintain a safe working environment while ensuring all incidents and near misses are accurately reported. Through Quest Personnel and Torque Jobs, I have completed multiple shutdowns, consistently performing to a high standard. My experience includes working with Quest Personnel on Ventia projects for BHP Ship Loaders and Car Dumpers, where I was requested to return for future shutdowns, and with Torque Jobs on Thyssenkrupp shutdowns, carrying out tasks such as rewiring sensors for gearboxes and bucket wheel changeouts, as well as rewiring drag chains on reclaimers. I am known for my reliability and strong work ethic, often volunteering to stay back when jobs run behind schedule, and I am well-acquainted with BHP and FMG site rules, standards, and quality expectations, always striving to deliver work of the highest quality.
APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
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02.2018 - 04.2022
- Qualified Electrician with experience across residential, industrial, and mining sectors. Completed an apprenticeship working under the supervision of qualified tradespersons before progressing to work independently and allocate tasks. Experienced in new housing construction (single and multi-storey) including ground works and slabs, and 1.5 years at CBH in hazardous areas on lift upgrades and pressurization systems. Also contracting through Ahrens at BHP South Flank and Whaleback, performing installation, fault finding, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs. Skilled in reading plans and specifications, coordinating with clients and trades, and managing materials and scheduling across multiple sites. Experienced in night shift and regional work, committed to safety, compliance, and high-quality workmanship.
Education
Peter Moyes Anglican Community School
Mindarie, WA01.2018
Skills
- Electrical Installation and Maintenance work with strong analytical, fault finding and problem solving ability
- Accustomed to working independently, in a team environment and also supervising Apprentices
- Good interpersonal/communication skills Conscientious, reliable and able to use initiative and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Commitment to achieving Quality and Occupational Health and Safety standards and maintaining safe, efficient work practices
- Leading Electrical Installation and Maintenance work with strong analytical, fault finding and problem solving ability
- Accustomed to working independently, in a team environment and also supervising
Certification
- Electrician's Licence No. EW 197576 Energy Safety WA Issued by Electrical Licensing Board WA
- Trade Certificate in Electrical Mechanics, 2022 College of electrical training, Joondalup
- Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician UEE30811, 2022 College of electrical training, Joondalup
- Current WA 'C' Class Driver's Licence No. 7808795 Expiry date 10.6.2027
- Current WA 'HR' Class Driver's Licence No. 7808795 Expiry date 10.6.2027
- Current Elevated Work Platform License Issued
- RIWHS204D-Working Safely at Heights
- Current Forklift License Issued
- Construction Industry Safety Awareness White Card No. 10668000, Issued 2019-09-18
- Various Site Safety Inductions (BHP, FMG, RIO)
- HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation UETDRRF004 — Perform rescue from a live LV panel
Timeline
Nursery Hand
Benara Nurseries
07.2024 - Current
ELECTRICAL SUPERVISOR / LEADINGHAND
Tasman Power
09.2022 - 07.2024
ELECTRICAL TRADESPERSON
Quest Personnel and Torque Jobs
03.2022 - 09.2022
APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
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02.2018 - 04.2022
Peter Moyes Anglican Community School