Luke Burton
Swindon,WIL
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in electrical installation and repair, demonstrating exceptional detail orientation and adaptability. Proven ability to troubleshoot circuits and ensure BS 7671 compliance, supported by strong organisational abilities and effective communication skills. Known for being approachable and follow-through, aiming to leverage technical skills in a dynamic environment to drive innovation and efficiency.
With have over 2 decades in the industry spanning across several different areas, mainly being the water industry. Proven supervisory and management skills along with technical troubleshooting and guidance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Electrician / ICA
Bilfinger
Reading, Berkshire
04.2023 - Current
- Carry out site surveys to establish the parameters of the scope required in terms of install and digital and analogue signals present.
- To upload information gathered to allow for the install and commissioning plan to be created.
- To access information and establish what materials will be required to carry out the job.
- Flash memory card and upload RTU32/32M image then upload RTU32 configuration onto Brodersen CPU ready for site install.
- Configure Brodersen webpage IP addresses and confirm communication protocol is correct and talking.
- Install various aerials on site depending on what was chosen for the specific site. Also, install SPD, lightning protection barrier and various other electrical items as per F24 Thames Water regulation.
- Test digital and analogue signals as per SRSA to SCADA top end also test any DF1 signals via dummy PLC.
- Test DF1 PLC signals via Thames own plc to confirm all PLC signals are correct and present.
- To replace RTU outstation and install new Brodersen RTU32 in place or in the area chosen as per I&C plan. Extend any cables where required.
- Commission all digital and analogue signals in the field with Thames Tech1 present.
- Carry out electrical testing and documentation carried out and uploaded to the cloud.
- Experience using Allen Bradley PLC software including RSlogix 500, 5000 and RSLynx
- Worked with BBL (PLC) Comms as part of a site to site communications project.
- Supervised electricians as part of several projects.
- installed new Flow-meters as part of flow-meter integration projects.
- Made on-line code changes to PLC code on Allen Bradley Compactlogix.
Electrical Test Engineer
Centrica
Home Counties, Home Counties
10.2016 - 03.2023
- Carry out electrical inspection and testing on small, medium and large commercial and industrial premises.
- Mainly testing large water treatment sites ranging from small pumping stations to large clean and sewage treatment works.
- Testing from main transformer out to all sub mains and documenting not only EICR paperwork but also block diagram to show circuit and sub main flow.
- Chose components and parts such as fuses to meet job requirements
- Conducted field trips to existing site locations to gather operating data and equipment information
- Kept equipment operational by following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures and requesting repair service
- Improved methods for measurement, documentation and work flow management
- Inspected and tested electrical systems to identify connection issues and other faults affecting system performance
- Checked colour, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts and samples.
- organise materials for all remedial works based of reports provided.
Electrician
Select
Oxford, OXF
07.2006 - 08.2015
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels and circuit breakers
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code
- Analyzed blueprints to diagnose potential electrical hazards and carry out risk assessments prior to starting new jobs
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting
- Visited client sites to confirm space and layout restrictions for equipment installations
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
Education
City and Guilds 2330 Electrotechnical Installation - Electrical Installation
West Kent College
Kent 09.2006 - 07.2009
2391 Electrical Test and Inspection - Electrical Testing
Bath College
Bath 11.2013 - 12.2013
Skills
- Detail
- Adaptability
- Follow through
- Approach-ability
- Communication
- Organisation
- Electrical installation and repair
- Control circuit troubleshooting
- BS 7671 code regulations
- Electrical Inspection and Testing
- Supervising/Managing
Certification
- 2330 Electrotechnical installation
- 2391 Inspection and Test of Electrical Installation
- First Aid
- PASMA
- IPAF
- SSSTS
- Black Electrical Site Managers Card
- Confined Space
- Thames Water Passport
- EUSR
- 18Th Edition
- Approved ECS gold card
- NVQ Level 3
- 05/01/19 2377-77 PAT Testing
- AM2
- Thermal Imaging Trained
- NVQ 3
- SSSTS
- Black Electrical Site Managers Card
- Ethernet
- Good with microsoft Office
Languages
English
Personal Information
Title: Electrician (water background)
I'm 36, dad of 2 boys (11 and 15) and partner to Michaela for 17 years. I enjoy climbing mainly bouldering, swimming and going to the gym. I have a good work ethic and like to think ahead and be pragmatic.
Fun fact, in 2020 i won the national masters track cycling sprint title at Newport velodrome in Wales.
Timeline
Electrician / ICA
Bilfinger
04.2023 - Current
Electrical Test Engineer
Centrica
10.2016 - 03.2023
2391 Electrical Test and Inspection - Electrical Testing
Bath College
11.2013 - 12.2013
City and Guilds 2330 Electrotechnical Installation - Electrical Installation
West Kent College
09.2006 - 07.2009
Electrician
Select
07.2006 - 08.2015