During my apprenticeship I needed to combine my studies with work, family, and other commitments showing I am organised, self motivated and capable of working under pressure. I have a clear, logical mind with a practical approach to problem solving and a drive to see things through to completion.
Forth Electrical Services Ltd, Stirling, GB, Electrical Design Engineer
• Involved in the design of building services including LV Distribution, Containment, Small Power, Lighting, Fire Alarm, Security, Data and Lightning Protection systems.
• Currently my involvement is with the design of a complex control and protection system in relation to a new 33 kV substation and distribution network. This includes producing Single Line Diagrams, Schematics, Switchroom Layouts, Cable Routing Drawings and Building Services Drawings.
Other duties Include:
o Preparing Bills of Quantities and Tender Packages.
o Electrical Take-offs and Supplier Enquires.
Computer Skills:
o Relux lighting design
o Hevacomp
o Amtech
o AutoCAD
Forth Electrical Services Ltd, Stirling, GB, Apprentice Electrician
• Practical Electrical Installation Works.
• Compilation of final documents associated with commissioning and handover.
• Validation of room setting out and sign off.
• Defect management/snagging.
• Testing and Commissioning.
Jobs I have been involved with include:
o SPSA, Dundee (£4.5M)
o Royal Veterinary School, Edinburgh (£3M)
o Adam Smith Technical College, Glenrothes (£4.4M)
o Gardyne Campus, Dundee College (£7.5M)
o Tayside Mental Health Facility, Perth (£11M)
Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, GB, Bachelors, Electrical Power Engineering
Climate change and economic drivers mean there is a strong move toward renewable energy resources – and an increased demand for power system engineers with the relevant skills.
The switch to renewable energy from wind, wave and tidal sources will require substantial transmission and distribution infrastructure development. We are studying to get a strong grounding in sustainable energy production so will be ideally placed to capitalise on this significant growth.
University of the West of Scotland, Paisley, GB, Bachelors, Sports Development
Upon completion of my Final years at High school I had no clear vision of what my future held. With this in mind I decided to go and study something that I enjoyed which was to be sports. I really enjoyed my course and took a great deal from it that I am able to use in my current position, for example Leadership and Management Skills.
I also volunteer at a local running club as a coach which again utilises aspects from my Degree.
17th Edition SVQ Level 3 Electrical INstallation, Award
1st Yeat
Skills learned will be both practical and theoretical, e.g. health and safety, wiring systems, wiring enclosures, installation regulations, etc.
2nd Year
Skills learned will be both practical and theoretical, e.g. cable selection, motors, Electrical Installation projects, etc.
3rd Year
Skills learned, e.g. assessment of safe working practices, safe isolation, inspection, testing and commissioning of electrical installations
