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Ben O'Neill

Nottingham,,Nottinghamshire

Summary

Driven and adaptable professional committed to continuous career development, with experience in electrical installations and a proven track record of delivering high-quality work across industrial, commercial and domestic environments.

Seeking a full-time Electrician’s Mate position, to expand on-site experience and progress toward becoming a Gold Card electrician.

Self-funded City & Guilds qualifications (Level 2 & 3), 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, and EV charging installation certified. Experienced in first and second fix work, data cabling, EV charger commissioning, and collaborating effectively with clients and multi-trade teams.

Currently progressing toward NVQ Level 3 and AM2 to achieve full electrician status (Gold Card) by

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Electrician's Mate

Lawmax Mechanical & Electrical
10.2022 - Current
  • First Fix – Measuring and installing containment systems including tray, ladder rack, trunking, and conduit, often at high level (IPAF certified), including additions to existing systems and new installations.
  • Cable Installation – Pulling cable (e.g., Armoured, T&E, data) for internal and external use, ensuring correct cable selection, public safety, and proper labelling.
  • Second Fix – With a particular focus on finish quality in public-facing areas.
  • DC EV Charger Installations (150–300kW) – Installing and commissioning complex DC EV charging systems, including high-capacity cables (4× 95mm 4-core armoured, 32× 70mm H07), 3000A MCCBs, 12 power modules, interlink computers, and multiple charging points.
  • Data Installation – Installing data cabling, Ethernet APs, ports, alarms, monitors, and setting up neat, tested data cabinets. Regularly liaising with client IT teams to verify network traffic and port configuration.
  • Working with Other Trades – Promoting safe collaboration with other trades, understanding priorities and timelines, and adapting tasks to maintain project schedules.
  • Additional Responsibilities – Consulting on EV system design, timeframe, and capabilities. Communicating directly with client project management teams and providing updates to the Lawmax team.
  • Administrative Duties – Conducting and documenting detailed site surveys, post-install audits, and snagging reports.

Account Manager

Corden Hardware
04.2021 - 10.2022

Account Manager
Fencing and agricultural wholesalers specialising in the design and supply of custom perimeter systems. Part of a larger group including manufacturing plants and international exports.

Sales & Marketing Executive

Sigma 360 Ltd
04.2018 - 04.2021

Supplier of specialist ground materials to the construction industry, providing materials and technical support to groundworkers, civil engineering contractors, builders’ merchants, and specialist installers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English literature

University of Lincoln
Lincoln, England
/2012 - /2015

2365 Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations -

City & Guilds

2365 Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations -

City & Guilds

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) -

IET

Skills

  • Wiring installation
  • Data cabling
  • Panel upgrades
  • Proactive learning
  • Conduit fitting
  • Lighting fixture installation
  • Cable Pulling
  • Grounding systems
  • Safety compliance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Electrician's Mate

Lawmax Mechanical & Electrical
10.2022 - Current

Account Manager

Corden Hardware
04.2021 - 10.2022

Sales & Marketing Executive

Sigma 360 Ltd
04.2018 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Arts - English literature

University of Lincoln
/2012 - /2015

2365 Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations -

City & Guilds

2365 Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations -

City & Guilds

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) -

IET
Ben O'Neill