Matthew Fitzsimmons
Caves Beach,NSW
Summary
Currently seeking employment as a 2nd year apprentice; with trade experience and a hardworking ethic. Effective with developing and establishing working relationships as well as having a passion for working in a hands-on environment which provides a good challenge. Eager to continue to learn the trade and develop skills in a rewarding industry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Apprentice
Star Group
Newcastle
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Efficiently and accurately wired distribution boards for commissioning and testing.
- Installed emergency lighting and associated systems under supervision.
- Installed lighting and power accessories such as GPO's, downlights, panel lights and theatre lights.
- Assisted with wiring switches for lighting circuits.
- Experience with dynalite cable and DALI lighting systems.
- Accurately labelled and identified GPO's and switches for commissioning, testing and certification purposes.
Occupational Therapist
Coastwide Therapy Services
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualised treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
Retail Assistant
Coles Australia
09.2014 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Maintained an organized backroom for easy access to stock when replenishing shelves.
- Interacted with customers proactively, identifying needs and offering suitable product recommendations.
- Provided exceptional support during peak hours by managing long queues and multitasking effectively under pressure.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to various roles within the retail environment as needed.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
Education
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy - Allied Health
Australian Catholic University
Sydney, NSW12-2020
High School Diploma -
Asquith Boys High School
Sydney, NSW11-2016
Certificate 3 in Electrotechnology
TAFE
Belmont, NSW03-2026
Skills
- Experience with commercial lighting systems and RCD systems within hospital based areas
- Experience with commercial cable support systems such as tray, catenary and ladder systems
- Experience reading and interpreting detailed plans and drawings such as AsBuilt markups and RLS layouts
- Experience using machinery such as electric and diesel scissor lifts (Yellow card qualification)
- WHS White Card
- Working confidently in high pressure situations
- Active Listening
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Effective Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Reliability
Licenses & Tickets
- WHS White Card (CGI2040994SEQ01) (19/08/2024 issue date)
- EWP Operator Yellow card (YC14262069) (17/2/2030 expiry)
- Current Manual Drivers license
References
- Lewis Eagle: Newcastle John Hunter Improvement Project Refurb Manager & Foreman.
0408 382 628
- Brandon Stokes: Newcastle John Hunter Improvement Project Foreman.
0493 124 898
- Lewis Johnston: Newcastle John Hunter Improvement Project; Site Manager.
0490 437 039
Timeline
Electrical Apprentice
Star Group
01.2025 - 03.2026
Occupational Therapist
Coastwide Therapy Services
08.2020 - 06.2024
Retail Assistant
Coles Australia
09.2014 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy - Allied Health
Australian Catholic University
High School Diploma -
Asquith Boys High School
Certificate 3 in Electrotechnology
TAFE