Nicholas Matthews
Electrician And RefrigerationTechnician
Perth
Summary
Versatile and fully licensed Electrician & Refrigeration Technician with over a decade of experience across mine sites, commercial projects, and residential installs. Skilled in NPI maintenance, underground electrical and refrigeration systems, solar installations, and air-conditioning servicing. Known for reliable execution, strong installation ability, and commitment to safety. Available immediately for DIDO or metro roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician NPI
Environmental Power Solutions
02.2025 - Current
- Providing short-term electrical coverage across various mine sites in WA
- Performing NPI electrical maintenance and repairs across village infrastructure, treatment plants, and camp facilities
- Conducting fault finding, RCD testing, and general site compliance tasks
- Supporting teams with scheduled servicing and reactive breakdowns as needed
Electrician and Refrigeration Technician
Perth Solar and Air
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered residential and commercial electrical installations, including switchboards, lighting, power outlets, and fault finding
- Installed and commissioned rooftop solar systems, ensuring full compliance with WA regulations and safety standards
- Carried out split-system and ducted air-conditioning installations and servicing across metro Perth
- Diagnosed electrical and HVAC faults and performed rapid on-site repairs
- Managed customer communication, ensuring satisfaction from quote to completion
- Worked independently to deliver jobs on time while maintaining high-quality workmanship
Maintenance NPI Electrician & Refrigeration Technician
Igo Limited – Cosmos Nickel Operation
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Delivered full-scope electrical and refrigeration maintenance across surface and underground mine site infrastructure, including camp rooms, sewer pits, WWTPs, kitchens, and control systems
- Carried out servicing, repairs, and installations of air-conditioning and refrigeration systems — including split systems, ducted units, cool rooms, and freezers in both NPI and underground environments
- Handled underground HVAC and electrical operations, ensuring continuity of airflow, cooling, and power systems
- Performed statutory compliance testing (RCDs, test & tag) across all zones, ensuring full mine safety standards
- Diagnosed and resolved complex faults in HVAC and electrical systems under remote and time-critical conditions
- Operated autonomously on shift, prioritizing reactive tasks and liaising with planners and supervisors to maintain site functionality
Maintenance Village/Camp Electrician & Refrigeration Technician
Link Force Recruitment
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Maintained and repaired refrigeration, HVAC, and electrical systems in mining camps and villages.
- Carried out electrical installations and servicing, including water treatment plants and kitchen equipment.
- Assisted other trades in collaborative projects to ensure site efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections and safety compliance testing.
Mine-Site & Metro Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Technician
Airco
01.2016 - 07.2019
- Led air-conditioning and refrigeration installation projects across mine sites and metro areas.
- Managed on-site projects and coordinated team activities to ensure timely completion.
- Delivered high-quality maintenance services for commercial refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.
Electrical & Refrigeration Apprentice
B.W. O'Brien
04.2012 - 06.2016
- Completed a full dual trade apprenticeship across residential, commercial, and industrial sites
- Installed and maintained air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, including split systems, ducted units, and cold rooms
- Diagnosed and repaired single and three-phase electrical faults on-site and in workshop
- Performed rough-in, fit-off, switchboard installs, and electrical testing under licensed supervision
- Re-gassed and repaired vehicle A/C systems for light vehicles and commercial fleet
Electrical Apprentice
Thomas Electrical
03.2011 - 04.2012
- Assisted in residential and commercial electrical installations.
- Conducted troubleshooting and repairs on various electrical systems.
Skills
- Mine Site Electrical & HVAC Maintenance
- Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Servicing
- Underground Electrical Systems
- Solar System Installation & Testing
- Fault Finding & Troubleshooting
- Switchboard & Control Panel Installation
- Statutory Testing (RCDs, Test & Tag)
- Confined Space & Working at Heights Compliance
- High Voltage Switching
Licences & Trade Certifications Safety & Site Certifications
- Unrestricted A-Grade Electrician Licence
- Electrical Contractor Licence
- Unrestricted Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Licence
- Refrigeration Contractor Licence
- Solar and battery Installer Accreditation
- Restricted Plumbing Licence
- Automotive Electrician Certificate III
- Instrumentation & Control Certificate IV
- Hv switching certificate
Safety & Site Certifications
- White Card
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space Entry
- Gas Test Atmosphere
- Fire Extinguisher First Attack
- Elevated Work Platforms (EWP)
- Telescopic Materials Handler Licence
- Forklift Truck Driver Licence
- CPR/LVR Ticket
- St John First Aid
- Instrumentation & Control Systems
- Cold Room & Freezer Repairs
- Preventative Maintenance Scheduling
- Client Communication & Site Coordination
Timeline
Electrician NPI
Environmental Power Solutions
02.2025 - Current
Electrician and Refrigeration Technician
Perth Solar and Air
07.2024 - 02.2025
Maintenance NPI Electrician & Refrigeration Technician
Igo Limited – Cosmos Nickel Operation
04.2021 - 07.2024
Maintenance Village/Camp Electrician & Refrigeration Technician
Link Force Recruitment
07.2019 - 04.2021
Mine-Site & Metro Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Technician
Airco
01.2016 - 07.2019
Electrical & Refrigeration Apprentice
B.W. O'Brien
04.2012 - 06.2016
Electrical Apprentice
Thomas Electrical
03.2011 - 04.2012
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