- I have a passion for photo realistic painting using airbrush I have been fortunate enough to have my work featured in Art magazines worldwide I love teaching art when I get the opportunity, watching people develop new skills and achieve what they thought was not possible is very fulfilling
- Producing electronic music
- Mindfulness practices
- Enjoy participating in the gym for overall physical and mental well-being
Paul Macdonald
Springfield,Australia
Summary
Detail-oriented certified Electrician offering 35 years of experience in Electrical installation, service and worksite safety and troubleshooting. Adept at reading drawings, coordinating industrial maintenance and training. Dedicated and proven success at working with customers, engineers, contractors and sub-contractors on both residential and commercial projects. Track record of effective problem-solving and project leadership. Dependable and adaptable, skilled in ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency in diverse project environments. Proven ability to manage changing needs and deliver effective solutions.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Management /Senior Electrician
Egar Electrical QLD
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Project management role carrying out defect repair upgrades to critical Q Health distribution sites.
- Performed OOH Electrical support for breakdowns / generator false starts, working alongside team members and Energex to achieve desired outcomes.
- Co-ordinated with technicians to ensure seamless integration of newly installed electrical systems into existing infrastructure for the manufacturing of drugs for Hospitals.
- Implemented preventative maintenance /safety programs.
- Completed projects with VAE upgrading air-conditioning at Greenslopes Hospital and Q Gov Dance Studios.
Director /Owner
Paul Macdonald Electrical QLD
01.2011 - 01.2023
- Serviced Q Build FMA Wacol Contract for 10 years, carrying out all maintenance at every correctional facility at Wacol, It also covered Wacol Disability services including the forensic disability unit and outreach houses and the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre.
- Private schools including, The Springfield Anglican College, Staines Memorial, St Francis Xavier, Forest Lake Anglican College.
- Delivered projects to Dept of Education.
- Real estates including The Professionals, Ray White and McGrath.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning of the business while maintaining a high level of productivity.
- Troubleshot diverse types of electrical malfunctions and failures.
- Improved client relations by providing transparent budget estimates, progress updates, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Optimized energy efficiency for clients by recommending and installing eco-friendly lighting solutions.
- Oversaw a team of skilled sub contractor electricians, delegating call outs, projects and planned maintenance.
Service Electrician
Brandons Electrical QLD
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Employed as Service Electrician.
- Carried out service work at a variety of government sites mostly state schools, Assisted housing and prisons.
- Test and repair emergency lighting systems.
- Completed installations of sensitive surge /filter protection electrical components switchboards in the field.
- Contributed to a safe work environment by consistently following proper safety procedures while performing job duties.
Electrician
ADE Electrical QLD
01.2003 - 01.2005
- My first employment after migrating to Australia.
- Service, repair and preventive maintenance for KFC.
- Domestic alterations and installs.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
Apprentice
NG Bailey UK
06.1990 - 09.2001
- Employed as an apprentice and stayed with this company after completion for many years as an Electrical sub contractor
- Throughout my time there I worked on many Major Projects including - AbbeyLife HQ, Sizewell B Nuclear Power Plant, Glaxo Nuclear Medicine research facility, BBC Studios, DRA Projects at defence research facilities (including ultrasonic weapons, Extreme weather Ocean simulation pools and underground missile stations), IBM HQ, QPS CrownCourt, Heathrow Airport Terminal4 and British Gas offices
- I Learnt to work with Tray, Ladder rack, Unistrut, SWA Cable, Steel Conduit and Trunking, Lighting, Power, Office Clean Power systems, Fire Alarms, MIMS cable, DATA Systems.
Education
Electrical Contractors License
11-2009
Electrical Mechanic - Electrical Mechanic
Australia
RTA11-2003
Diploma - Electrical Installation
JIB Approved Electrician UK
01.1994
GCSE Qualifications -
UK
01.1990
Skills
- Experienced in Electrical installations over a wide variety of projects from nuclear to domestic housing
- Scheduling work in high security centres including arranging sub-contractors /service providers also dealing with upper management when major events took place
- Electrical troubleshooting, testing of low voltage systems
- Use of scissor lifts and booms 11M
- Electrical safety inspections
- Electrical safety compliance
- Street and perimeter lighting
Hobbies and Interests
I love anything creative and supportive, I have been featured in worldwide publications for my photorealistic airbrush paintings and have had opportunities to teach people all over the world. I also make Electronic music and have studied sound engineering in my spare time. Cooking for my family is also a big passion of mine. I find that I can really apply myself to things that interest me. I found this trait useful while working in some of the more major projects I’ve been involved with.
Certification
- QLD Electrical Mechanic
- QLD Driver's License
- CPR/LV Rescue exp 2026
- Working at heights exp 2029
- Scissor Lift and Boom under 11M exp 2029
- Previously held Electrical Contractors License for 14 years
Interests
Timeline
Project Management /Senior Electrician
Egar Electrical QLD
01.2023 - 01.2025
Director /Owner
Paul Macdonald Electrical QLD
01.2011 - 01.2023
Service Electrician
Brandons Electrical QLD
01.2005 - 01.2011
Electrician
ADE Electrical QLD
01.2003 - 01.2005
Apprentice
NG Bailey UK
06.1990 - 09.2001
Electrical Contractors License
Electrical Mechanic - Electrical Mechanic
Australia
Diploma - Electrical Installation
JIB Approved Electrician UK
GCSE Qualifications -
UK
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