Graham Goru
Indooroopilly,Australia
Summary
Graduate with Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering, demonstrating strong electrical and mechanical skills through hands-on experience in construction and technical trades. Proficient in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment, with a focus on safety and efficiency in both commercial and residential settings. Certified in operating dump trucks in civil construction, excelling in high-pressure environments while meeting project deadlines. Recognized for meticulous adherence to instructions and ability to contribute to team success in physically demanding tasks.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dump Truck Operator
LCB CIVIL
08.2024 - 08.2025
Dump Truck Operator (Rigid & Articulated Moxy)
- Operated rigid dump trucks (40–60 t) and Moxy articulated dump trucks (25–40 t) on civil construction and earthmoving projects.
- Hauled and tipped bulk materials including soil, rock, and gravel across subdivisions, roadworks, and site preparation works.
- Performed daily pre-start checks, monitored machine performance, and reported maintenance issues.
- Worked safely under traffic management and site supervisor directions to achieve production targets
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
Electrical Trade Assistant (HVAC) SHUTDOWN
Tiger Electrical Solutions
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: Company Overview: NSW
- Performed core and hammer drilling for HVAC installations
- Assisted with cable pulling and duct
- Mounted fan controlled units
Trade Assistant
Downer
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Company Overview: Company Overview: QLD
- Assembled electrical panels using wiring diagrams
- Worked to deadlines on large-scale industrial projects
- Performed core and hammer drilling for HVAC installations
- Assisted with cable pulling and ductwork setup
Mechanical Installer
Sun Engineering
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Company Overview: Company Overview: NSW
- Installed structural racking and performed core drilling on towers
- Worked with limited supervision.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve installation issues.
- Installed mechanical components according to engineering specifications and safety standards.
- Contract Role
Mechanical Trades Assistant
Beck & Pollitzer
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Company Overview: Company Overview: NSW
- Conducted hammer drilling, and assisted with robotics tracks installations.
- Assisted in the assembly of machinery components and equipment.
- Maintained tools and equipment in safe, operational condition.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Gained experience with mechanical tools and heavy lifting
- Contract Role
Electrical Trades Assistant (Solar)
DS Energy Services
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: Company Overview: QLD
- Installed solar systems across remote and urban settings
- Responsible for system testing, cable work, and site prep
- Operated hand and power tools to support various construction tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Followed instructions given by qualified tradespeople regarding safety protocols and procedures when working onsite or in the workshop.
Electrical Trades Assistant
Millennium Solar Group
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted in full solar installations, including inverters, rooftops and ground mounts
- Responsible for system testing, cable work, and site prep.
Education
Advanced diploma - electrical engineering and technology
TAFE QUEENSLAND
Brisbane, QLD11.2021
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- PLC Programming
- Allen Bradley Rslogix
- Arduino
- Project Management
- Surface coal mine (S11)
- Rigid Haul Truck Operations
- Articulated Haul Truck Operations
- Bulk Water Truck Operations
- EWP < 11
- Working at Heights
- RIW(NSW)
- CAT3 Medical
- Fire Extinguisher
- Blue Card
- White Card
- First Aid
- Open Manual License
- Mechanical assembly
Certification
- Conduct rigid haul truck operations
- Standard 11 (Gii)
- Conduct articulated haul truck (Moxy)
- Bulk Water Truck Operations (Civil and mining)
- EWP < 11
- Working at heights
- RIW (NSW) & CAT3 Medical
- Fire Extinguisher
- Blue Card
- White Card
- First Aid
- Open Manual License
Timeline
Dump Truck Operator
LCB CIVIL
08.2024 - 08.2025
Electrical Trade Assistant (HVAC) SHUTDOWN
Tiger Electrical Solutions
05.2024 - 08.2024
Trade Assistant
Downer
11.2023 - 02.2024
Mechanical Installer
Sun Engineering
02.2023 - 11.2023
Mechanical Trades Assistant
Beck & Pollitzer
08.2022 - 02.2023
Electrical Trades Assistant (Solar)
DS Energy Services
02.2022 - 08.2022
Electrical Trades Assistant
Millennium Solar Group
01.2020 - 01.2021
Advanced diploma - electrical engineering and technology
TAFE QUEENSLAND
PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW
Graduate with an Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering, bringing a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude backed by hands-on experience in the construction and technical trades. Skilled in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems, equipment, and infrastructure. Adaptable and safety-focused, with a solid understanding of both commercial and residential construction environments. Proven ability to work effectively under pressure, deliver results on-site, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project deadlines. Building on this technical foundation, I've transitioned into operating dump trucks across waste management and construction sites, gaining valuable experience in high-pressure, safety-critical environments. I'm motivated to take on new challenges in remote or regional operations.