Jonah Sutton
Summary
Third-Year Electrical Apprentice with hands-on experience across rail, infrastructure, power generation, and shutdown environments. Reliable and safety-focused, with a strong understanding of electrical isolation procedures and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Passionate about engineering and power systems, with a keen interest in developing specialist skills in high-voltage testing and commissioning. Eager to build a long-term career supporting critical electrical infrastructure while continuing to expand my technical knowledge and expertise.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Apprentice(6 Months TA)
Moltec
01.2024 - Current
Rail & Infrastructure
- Contributed to major rail and infrastructure projects involving large-scale power and communications cable installations, pit and pipe systems, terminations, and commissioning support within controlled rail environments.
- Assisted with electrical testing, cable verification, and quality assurance activities while maintaining compliance with rail standards and project specifications.
Power Generation & Industrial Maintenance
- Supported planned shutdowns and maintenance activities at Stanwell Power Station within a high-risk power generation environment.
- Performed cable installations, equipment upgrades, inspections, and testing support while working under strict isolation, LOTO, and permit-to-work systems.
Testing & Commissioning
- Assisted with switchboard installations, cable terminations, testing, commissioning, and documentation across infrastructure and industrial projects.
- Gained experience interpreting electrical drawings, verifying installations, and supporting fault-finding activities to ensure safe and reliable system operation.
Safety & Project Delivery
- Worked effectively within multidisciplinary teams on critical infrastructure projects, consistently delivering work to a high standard of quality and safety.
- Experienced working extended shutdown and project rosters with strong compliance to SWMS, JSAs, permit systems, and site-specific safety requirements.
Owner / Operator — Sutton Temp Fencing
07.2025 - Current
- Operate a compliant temporary fencing service supporting commercial construction projects
- Managed quoting, scheduling, installations, and client communication to ensure timely service delivery
- Demonstrated reliability by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining project schedules
Education
Certificate III - Certificate III Electrotechnology Electrical
Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD06-2028
High school diploma - Physics, Mathematical Methods, General English
The Cathedral College
Rockhampton11-2023
Skills
- Electrical code compliance
- LOTO, SWMS, JSA, permit-to-work compliance
- Industrial electrical installations & cable management
- Shutdown and high-risk site experience
- Power generation & infrastructure environments
- Testing assistance, fault-finding support, control panels
- Reliable performance on rosters and extended swings
Certification
- Boom-type EWP License
- Confined Spaces
- Gas Atmosphere Testing
- Working at Heights
- HLTAID009 & UETDRRF004 (CPR/LVR)
- Manual Driver's License
- Construction White Card
- Construction Blue Card
- Aurizon Rail Inducted
- RIW Card
Volunteer work
Volunteer Rugby League Coach – Year 7 Team
High School | Two Years
- Volunteered to coach and mentor junior students over two consecutive seasons
- Demonstrated leadership, discipline, and reliability in a structured team environment
- Recognized by school staff for strong commitment, attitude, and professionalism
References
Harrison C. — Aurizon Project- Leader, Moltec
Phone: 0477 715 915
William M. — , Industrial Projects Leader, Moltec
Phone: 0448 269 493
Preston A. — Main Tradesman, Moltec
Phone: 0400 147 180
High Voltage Career Intent
My goal is to build a long-term career as a High Voltage Technician specializing in power system testing and commissioning. I am committed to developing my technical skills through practical experience and further study to become a trusted specialist in the HV industry.
Hobbies and Interests
INTERESTS & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Driven by fitness, rugby league, and travel, I thrive on challenge, discipline, and teamwork. Passionate about developing leadership skills, growing technical mastery, and overachieving in both trade and business. I’m always looking to learn, invest wisely, and push beyond just “being a number.”
Availability
- 2-3 weeks available to start
- Willing to be FIFO/DIDO
- Willing to Relocate
Timeline
Owner / Operator — Sutton Temp Fencing
07.2025 - Current
Electrical Apprentice(6 Months TA)
Moltec
01.2024 - Current
Certificate III - Certificate III Electrotechnology Electrical
Central Queensland University
High school diploma - Physics, Mathematical Methods, General English
The Cathedral College