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Paul McGowan

Coatbridge

Summary

I am a self motivated Auto Electrician who thrives on challenges and finding initiative solutions to problems. With a passion for divergent thinking, able to bring all aspects of auto electrical, mechanical and hydraulics together on cross - functional projects. I am a skilled and qualified manager, a strategic thinker with great communication and presentation skills. I can demonstrate project progress to all levels of internal management as well as external partners with the upmost integrity. I keep my skills and qualifications updated as an aid to both my personal and professional development. Considered to be a dynamic team player and one who motivates through leadership. I thrive under pressure and continually endeavour to improve my own performance and those around me by extending the expectations of my peers. Within a highly pressurised environment, I have a strong ability to perform effectively. I have excellent interpersonal skills and communicate well at all levels.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Autonomous Underground Auto Electrician

Byrnecut Offshore
11.2021 - 10.2023
  • Tested wiring for issues and removed faulty sections.
  • Read and interpreted technical documentation such as drawings and diagrams.
  • Rebuilt electrical units such as door controls and security systems.
  • Filled out documentation specifying observations, modifications and results of completed car repair work.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

ELECTRICAL COORDINATOR

Mantrac Cat Ghana
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Carry out planned and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, breakdowns, mentoring and training of local workforce on a large fleet of various Caterpillar Machines to OEM standard
  • Keeping to site KPI'S and budget and adhering to all site health & safety.

ELECTRICAL COORDINATOR

Teranga Gold
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Initial set up of workshop and first fill of stock and tool levels, introduce new electrical team and mentor from Greenfield site to full production
  • Familiarize electrical team with new Cat mining Fleet, Sandvick and Atlas Drill Riggs, Volvo A45 ADT's Volvo FMX ridged haul trucks, various generator's and water pumps and large Ancillary Fleet Implementing daily inspections and maintenance plans to OEM schedules And repair procedures, Daily onsite training sessions with electrical teams In keeping with site requirements and adhering to all site health and safety.

ELECTRICAL COORDINATOR OPEN PIT/ UNDERGROUND

KCC DRC Congo
01.2017 - 02.2020
  • Carrying out preventative maintenance, Troubleshooting, Breakdowns And Mid-Life for the following equipment on site; Bucyrus RH340, backhoe Shovels, CAT 6060 Shovels, Cat 6060, 6030, 6015 and Cat 793 24m 16m D11 and D10 Dozers etc.
  • Carrying out preventive maintenance, Troubleshooting, Breakdowns on all underground machinery reporting maintenance manager.

ELECTRICAL FLEET MANAGER

BIA Komatsu SENEGAL
01.2014 - 12.2017
  • Carry out planned and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, breakdowns, mentoring and training of 16 electricians across three mines
  • Daily tool box talks and health and safety program, mid-life change out program's on ramp contract.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN / AUTO ELECTRICIAN

KINROSS MINING MAURITANIA
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Carrying out preventative maintenance, Troubleshooting, Breakdowns Repairs and Mid-Life for the following equipment on site; Bucyrus RH340, Backhoe Shovels, CAT 6060 Shovels, Komatsu 1250 Shovels & Komatsu Trucks, Bucyrus Drill Rigs.

MOBILE SITE AUTO ELECTRICIAN

QTS Rail
01.2013 - 07.2013
  • Carrying out all aspects of mobile rail repair.

MOBILE SITE/ UNDERGROUND AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Scottish Coal
11.2011 - 01.2013
  • Castlebridge Plant/Scottish Coal Mobile Site/Underground Auto Electrician for Scottish Coal carrying out all aspects of the Day to day running of nine opencast and underground sites
  • On a large fleet of O&K RH120C, RH120E LIEBHERR 9350/9250 CAT 785,777F, 777D.777C.CAT 740
  • BELL DUMP TRUCK TEREX TR100 Etc.
  • Carry out Breakdowns, daily maintenance,scheduled servicing on all Underground machinery

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Main Auto Electrician
12.2009 - 11.2011
  • For large plant hire company, carrying out all aspects of the trade on CAT, Komatsu, Bell, Hydrema, JCB, Fork trucks, Access Platforms, Extec Crushers, Volvo, Terex Cranes, PPM Cranes, Volvo Trucks, and Nooteboom Trailers.

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Andert Ltd
08.2005 - 12.2009
  • Main Auto Electrician for Doosan main dealer
  • Fully factory trained and carried all aspects of repairs to factory standard
  • Also factory trained Prolec main dealer, carried out full fittings and warranty repairs
  • Merlo factory trained, carried out all repairs to factory standard.

AUTO ELECTRICIAN/OWNER

Auto Elex Ltd
05.1992 - 08.2005
  • Auto Electrical journey men employing more than ten employees carrying out repairs to all aspects of the trade also offering a full unit repair shop, to all the major dealerships within Scotland.

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Hanna Auto Electrics
07.1985 - 04.1992
  • Auto Electrical journey man working within a large team of Auto Electricians carrying out repairs to a large customer base of clientele from private cars, heavy plant and haulage, crane and marine, and operating 24 hour call out repair service.

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Cotters Tours
06.1983 - 06.1985
  • Auto Electrician working with large European coach company
  • Shift work and carrying out all repairs to dealer and body standards
  • Working within a team to keep a busy fleet of over one hundred coaches' road worthy.

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

R&J Cross
08.1981 - 06.1983
  • Main Auto Electrician running a busy Peugeot/Talbot main dealership
  • Responsibilities included liaising with stores, body shop and mechanical workshop to carry out serving, body repairs and warranty repairs carried out to dealership standards.

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Algo Auto Electrics
08.1977 - 08.1981
  • Auto Electrical journey man working within a large team of Auto Electricians carrying out repairs to a large customer base of clientele from private cars, heavy plant and haulage, crane and marine, and operating 24 hour call out repair service.

Education

City & Guilds Part 1 and 2 (Distinction) - Apprentice Auto electrician carrying out training to journey man standard

Motherwell Technical College
06.1981

Mathematics (B) English (C) Art (A) Chemistry (C) Music (B) Geography (C)

Columba High School
08.1977

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work efficiently within a team
  • Use and application of personal computers
  • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • Fully conversant in all types of wiring diagram schematics
  • Conversant with most computer diagnostics
  • Backhoe
  • Coach
  • Excellent communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Electrician
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical
  • Mentoring
  • Mentor
  • Access
  • Negotiation
  • Repairs
  • Safety
  • Schematics
  • Troubleshooting
  • Wiring
  • Problem-Solving
  • Excellent Communication
  • Problem Resolution
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Team Building
  • MS Office
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Networking

Timeline

Autonomous Underground Auto Electrician

Byrnecut Offshore
11.2021 - 10.2023

ELECTRICAL COORDINATOR

Mantrac Cat Ghana
07.2021 - 11.2021

ELECTRICAL COORDINATOR

Teranga Gold
02.2020 - 03.2021

ELECTRICAL COORDINATOR OPEN PIT/ UNDERGROUND

KCC DRC Congo
01.2017 - 02.2020

ELECTRICAL FLEET MANAGER

BIA Komatsu SENEGAL
01.2014 - 12.2017

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN / AUTO ELECTRICIAN

KINROSS MINING MAURITANIA
01.2013 - 12.2014

MOBILE SITE AUTO ELECTRICIAN

QTS Rail
01.2013 - 07.2013

MOBILE SITE/ UNDERGROUND AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Scottish Coal
11.2011 - 01.2013

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Main Auto Electrician
12.2009 - 11.2011

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Andert Ltd
08.2005 - 12.2009

AUTO ELECTRICIAN/OWNER

Auto Elex Ltd
05.1992 - 08.2005

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Hanna Auto Electrics
07.1985 - 04.1992

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Cotters Tours
06.1983 - 06.1985

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

R&J Cross
08.1981 - 06.1983

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Algo Auto Electrics
08.1977 - 08.1981

City & Guilds Part 1 and 2 (Distinction) - Apprentice Auto electrician carrying out training to journey man standard

Motherwell Technical College

Mathematics (B) English (C) Art (A) Chemistry (C) Music (B) Geography (C)

Columba High School

References

Available on request.

References

Available on request.
Paul McGowan