Philippe Michel Grosjean
Perth,WA
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in electrical and mechanical installations, quality management, and project delivery. Skilled in PLC Danger management systems and QMS auditing, with a focus on large-scale energy and infrastructure projects. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with Australian and international standards. Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of building trusted relationships and achieving results.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Project Manager
GEC
, Switzerland
03.2024 - 11.2025
- Managing and delivering all aspects of renovation work on a heritage-listed building.
- Direct craftsmen throughout the realisation of the project.
- Coordinate purchases and maintain the project schedule and budget.
Business Development Manager
TFe Connection
, Canada / USA
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Establishing new relations with Canadian and US fabrication companies.
- Supporting my General Manager with weekly challenges.
- Canada ,USA
Business Development Manager
TFe Connection
, WA
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Facilitate supply piling for extension of jetty project in Henderson WA.
Career Break
self employed
Perth, WA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed complex household operations across three countries, showcasing adaptability and cross-cultural awareness.
- Coordinated logistics, scheduling, and financial planning to enhance project and stakeholder management.
- Maintained professional readiness through continuous industry engagement and certification updates.
Senior Quality Engineer
Chevron JV
, AUSTRALIA/JAPAN/ INDONESIA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Led inspections and electrical modifications at Mitsubishi vendor yard (Hiroshima) to ensure compliance with Australian Standards & EEHA.
- Coordinated remedial works in Perth (Saipem) and MDR reviews in Indonesia.
- Conducted vendor surveillance across Australia and Asia (Schneider, Civmec, AGC), resolving NCRs and ensuring quality compliance.
- KJV Gorgon Project
Quality Coordinator
GHD
, WA
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Oversaw QMS compliance across contractors and vendors.
- Led multidisciplinary inspections (civil, mechanical, electrical).
- Conducted Sample preparation FAT at Herzog (Germany).
- BHP Jimblebar NPI Project
Quality Lead
Thiess
, WA
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Directed civil quality inspections and safety compliance for bulk earthworks.
- BHP Jimblebar Earthworks
Quality Control Coordinator
Thiess-Degremont
, VIC
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Supervised HV cable installation, splicing, and trenching.
- Ensured contractor compliance with safety and quality standards.
- HV Pipeline | VIC Desalination Plant
QC Electrical & Instrumentation Inspector
Bilfinger Berger / Siemens
, VIC / WA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Inspected electrical installations, updated redline drawings, and supported commissioning. (Scada System)
Managing Director
Beacon Lighting Franchise
, WA
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Founded and managed WA’s first Beacon Lighting franchise.
- Expanded operations into wholesale and electrical contracting work in WA.
Technical Support & Commissioning Engineer
Siemens Australia
, Australia / NZ
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Supported AU/NZ contractor network with design, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
- Delivered major projects: CityLink Melbourne, Fed Square, Victorian Prisons, BP Refinery Brisbane, CSIRO Hobart, Oakey Power Station, Melbourne Zoo.
Commissioning Manager
Tyco International
, Malaysia
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Developed and executed commissioning plans for high-rise systems.
- Led technical teams, resolved installation issues, and handed over systems floor by floor.
Early Career
Cerberus
Zurich / Berne, Switzerland
01.1982 - 01.1995
- :
- Managed apprenticeship and technical roles in electrical for industrial, commercial, and fire systems.
- Coordinated project schedules and team activities to ensure timely deliveries.
- Collaborated with peers to refine workflows, boosting operational efficiency.
- Conducted training sessions to bolster team skills and facilitate knowledge transfer.
- Documented processes for standardized operations across various projects.
- Resolved hardware and software issues, providing technical support to clients.
- Diagnosed network connectivity problems, ensuring seamless client communication.
- Trained new staff on technical support protocols and system usage.
Education
Mechanical and Electrical Apprenticeship -
Bern
Bern, SwitzerlandSome College (No Degree) - FIre system engineering
Cerberus
Mannedorf Zurich CHSkills
- Electrical installation and commissioning
- Fire system engineering
- Quality assurance and auditing
- Vendor and fabrication oversight
- Project leadership
- Industrial project management
- Multilingual communication (EN/FR/DE)
Certification
- A Grade Electrical License, WA, EW145688
- Fire system engineering, Cerberus HQ, Switzerland
- Mechanical and Electrical Apprenticeship, Bern, Switzerland
- Heavy Rigide Driver’s License
- First Aid, CPR, Low Voltage Rescue, Work at Heights, EWP >11m, Fire & Emergency Response
- ACA Open Cabling License, refresh required
Languages
- English
- French
- German
Personal Information
- Swiss
- Australian
Timeline
Construction Project Manager
GEC
03.2024 - 11.2025
Business Development Manager
TFe Connection
01.2022 - 03.2024
Business Development Manager
TFe Connection
12.2020 - 12.2021
Career Break
self employed
01.2015 - 01.2018
Senior Quality Engineer
Chevron JV
01.2013 - 01.2014
Quality Coordinator
GHD
01.2011 - 01.2013
Quality Lead
Thiess
01.2011 - 12.2011
Quality Control Coordinator
Thiess-Degremont
01.2010 - 01.2011
QC Electrical & Instrumentation Inspector
Bilfinger Berger / Siemens
01.2009 - 01.2010
Managing Director
Beacon Lighting Franchise
01.2003 - 01.2009
Technical Support & Commissioning Engineer
Siemens Australia
01.1999 - 01.2003
Commissioning Manager
Tyco International
01.1997 - 01.1998
Early Career
Cerberus
01.1982 - 01.1995
Mechanical and Electrical Apprenticeship -
Bern
Some College (No Degree) - FIre system engineering
Cerberus