Matthew Day
Byron Bay,NSW
Summary
An excellent understanding of all aspects and processes involved in Power-line construction and maintenance from works pre-planning, access and clearing, construction, stringing and commissioning activities.
A safe and conscientious worker, I enjoy being part of a team, working with people from all parts of society and believe past experience is an asset to moving forward in the renewable energy sector.
A growing understanding of Powerlink's Internal Systems including, Onboarding of Contractors, Auditing,Reporting and Procurement Processes.
A growing understanding of Powerlink's Specifications and Technical Documentation and online systems.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inspector
Powerlink Queensland
09.2022 - Current
- Plan and co-ordinate all Ergon Under-crossings along Transmission Line Easement.
- Plan and Supervise Access & Clearing Works with various Civil Contractors along Transmission Line Easement, including landholder & property manager interaction, adhering to strict Bio-Security and entry protocols, and following Powerlink's A&C Specifications
- Assist with onsite Procurement and Stores Management for Construction Team.
- Quality & Safety Auditing on ongoing and completed works.
Leading Hand Linesperson
R.J.E. Australia
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Construction of connections between Renewable Energy Assets and Various Transmission Networks, Including Wind, Solar & Battery Assets.
- Construction of internal Sub-Transmission Lines on Renewable Energy Assets.
- Construction of Switchyards and Substations for Wind, Solar and Battery farms including all Internal connection and installation of primary plant.
- Plan multiple worksites for the productive use of a small team, including hiring of all associated contractors, plant and equipment.
Electrical Supervisor
Biosar
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Connection of Solar Farm Substation into Transmission Network.
- Installation of OH & UG High Voltage Cables.
- Commissioning of Substations and Invertors on Solar Farm.
- Planning HV Electrical works.
Electrical Supervisor
John Holland/CMC
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Planning and coordination of the Installation of HV Conduits and Cables on the CMC Light Rail Project.
- Planning and management of LV Installations as well as Intersection Changeovers.
- Installation of new Public Lighting Network and associated assets.
Construction Supervisor
UGL
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Plan and Manage all OH & UG works on Sub-Transmission Relocation project in North Sydney including, workforce management, subcontractor induction and management, plant and equipment management.
- Safety & Quality auditing.
- Plan major outages with Local Authorities to minimise customer interuptions.
- Manage small crew of Linespersons on various Renewable Energy Connection Projects across Queensland.
Construction Manager
TENIX/Downer
08.2012 - 10.2016
- Plan and supervise OH & UG Installation on SANTOS GLNG Upstream Project including workforce & roster management, all on site access and clearing activities,
- Quality and Safety Auditing & reporting.
- October 2014
- Depot manager, Downer Maryborough Qld. Manage a team of Linepersons on contestable works projects on Ergon Energy Assets.
- Workforce and roster management, Bid Assessments and submissions, Claims and costings, subcontractor hiring and management.
Education
Certificate IV - Frontline Management
TAFE NSW
Lismore, NSW08.2007
A Grade Electrical Linesperson - Electrical Linework
SEC Victoria
Chadstone, VIC01.1990
Skills
- Ability to work safely either as part of a team or independently
- Able to read & understand plans and work instructions
- Able to read & understand technical documents and specifications
- Able to work remotely and in isolated locations
- Excellent communicator who contributes positively to meetings and discussions
- Able to remain calm and focused under adverse or trying conditions
Ability to convey information and ideas to all stakeholders
Ability to convey information and ideas to all stakeholders
Affiliations
Volunteer Work at Bay FM, our local community radio station including presenting, training and fundraising activities.
Hobbies
Avid music lover and community radio presenter for over 20 years, I enjoy exploring all genres and types of music both new and old which I use to collate and present my weekly radio program.
Certification
HD Drivers Licence 14860703
Electrical Licence Queensland (Linesperson) 139076
Electrical Licence NT (Linesperson) 24195
Electrical Licence Victoria (Linesperson) LW11708
White Card NSW CGI00535004SEQ1
Blue Card WA 275799
HRWL WP 0001325175 02
RIW 002 181 006
Work Safe At Heights
Powerlink Electrical Safety Rules
Maintain, Operate & Recover 4wd
Operate 4WDs in Field
Bio Security Inspection Certificate
Identification & Control of Asbestos 39897
Timeline
Inspector
Powerlink Queensland
09.2022 - Current
Leading Hand Linesperson
R.J.E. Australia
02.2020 - 08.2022
Electrical Supervisor
Biosar
08.2019 - 02.2020
Electrical Supervisor
John Holland/CMC
08.2018 - 08.2019
Construction Supervisor
UGL
10.2016 - 08.2018
Construction Manager
TENIX/Downer
08.2012 - 10.2016
Certificate IV - Frontline Management
TAFE NSW
A Grade Electrical Linesperson - Electrical Linework
SEC Victoria
Similar Profiles
Emily DwyerEmily Dwyer
Project Support Officer at Powerlink QueenslandProject Support Officer at Powerlink Queensland
Praneel Kumar BhaktarPraneel Kumar Bhaktar
ICT Support Officer (Casual Contractor) at Powerlink QueenslandICT Support Officer (Casual Contractor) at Powerlink Queensland
FATIN SUHAILIFATIN SUHAILI
Project Estimator at Powerlink QueenslandProject Estimator at Powerlink Queensland
Sarah BeamesSarah Beames
Contracts Manager at Powerlink QueenslandContracts Manager at Powerlink Queensland
Karen EllisKaren Ellis
Acting Marine Park Officer at Cape Byron Marine ParkActing Marine Park Officer at Cape Byron Marine Park