Greg Blanchard
Tewantin
Summary
Highly qualified and experienced electrician with a proven track record of delivering exceptional electrical services. Skilled in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems to ensure optimal functionality and safety. Possessing a deep understanding of electrical codes and regulations, consistently adheres to industry best practices to complete projects efficiently and effectively. Committed to providing top-notch customer service, excels in collaborating with clients to identify their specific needs and deliver tailored solutions that exceed expectations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
NRG industrial
09.2023 - Current
- Hail creek coal mine thicker project on the wash plant, which included commisioning2 sub stations and all associated equipment
- BMA/Whitehaven DRE38 major shut and upgrade
- This project has had me gain experience in dragline works with PCR, motor and generator replacement and upgrades
- Boom replacement and all associated equipment
- 7/7 fifo role ex Brisbane
Owner/Electrical contractor
Blanchard electrical
06.2016 - Current
- After moving to the sunshine coast I starting my own electrical contracting company
- Cover most aspects of electrical work including faults due to storms, mains upgrades, renovations, maintenance for resorts in the Noosa heads area
- Working with locals in Noosa and found the industry very challenging
- I have been working FIFO on large scale solar farms
- This has included Mildura, Hervey bay and most recently Clermont in QLD
- This has included all industrial level electrical work and commissioning of the Solar project to completion for handover
Glencore
01.2020 - 06.2020
- McAruther river mine NT
- Camp infrastructure upgrades, underground feeds, substation and transformer grid upgrades
- Mine site upgrades including new plant and equipment with lead mining.2/2 FIFO role ex Brisbane
Enermech/CSJ
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Employed on the Commissioning team for the westconnex project in Sydney has been an extensive project which has included multiple substations, all control systems and Ventilation plants
- Working directly with final handover projects has been rewarding and a valuable experience
- Instrumentation testing and safe work practice has been a key component of taking this project to the next level this includes my personal development as a tradesman
- 3/1 FIFO role ex Brisbane
Electrician
Labour Hire
01.2018 - 08.2018
- With a slowdown of work in my own company I decided to work away on FIFO projects in the renewable energy sector
- Which allowed me to expand my skills and get into working away=
- This took me too the following projects in NSW and QLD – Mildura bannerton solar farm135MW, Susan river Solar farm120MW and Clearmount solar farm140MW
- Duties included but not limited, commission of solar arrays, substations and equipment
Leading hand
Camtec Electrical
03.2013 - 06.2016
- During my time at Camtec I have been able to complete my Apprenticeship and hone my skills and become a competent tradesman
- I have been working with in the residential and commercial industry
- With the main focus of General Electrical Works Including but not limited to motors, contactors, data, solar and general fault finding
- I have also acquired my open cabers license with coax and twisted pair endorsements
- My day today tasks have been to direct1st year apprentice, Plan, quote and complete jobs in a safe and timely manner with a exemplary record
Apprentice/ Tradesman
Love Energy
11.2011 - 03.2013
- I started as a Trades Assistant before commencing and electrical apprenticeship, completing my second year with love energy
- My role has seen me complete both residential and commercial solar installations up to100kw
- Due to the company no longer trading and going into receivership my position was made unavailable
Subcontracting in the Renewable energy industry
02.2011 - 11.2011
- Working as A Trades Assistant along side an installer allowed me to learn a lot about the renewable energy industry
- I installed system from1.5kw to10kw on a daily basis
- My enjoyment from electrical work grew from this time as a trade assistant and fundamentally set the plan in my head to complete an apprenticeship
British Parachute Regiment
01.1998 - 01.2005
- I served7 years in the British Parachute Regiment where I completed multiple operational tours overseas
- I was also a part of the skiing team and travelled on many overseas exchanges with other countries
Education
Certificate III - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Central Regional TAFE
WASkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Organization and time management
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Timeline
NRG industrial
09.2023 - Current
Glencore
01.2020 - 06.2020
Enermech/CSJ
09.2018 - 08.2019
Electrician
Labour Hire
01.2018 - 08.2018
Owner/Electrical contractor
Blanchard electrical
06.2016 - Current
Leading hand
Camtec Electrical
03.2013 - 06.2016
Apprentice/ Tradesman
Love Energy
11.2011 - 03.2013
Subcontracting in the Renewable energy industry
02.2011 - 11.2011
British Parachute Regiment
01.1998 - 01.2005
Certificate III - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Central Regional TAFE
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