Paul McMahon

Experienced & skilled senior traffic signals installer with over 20 years experience in electrical traffic signal systems, maintenance & team leadership. Currently employed by Swarco as a senior traffic signals installer in charge of a small team. For years I have been the go to guy for wiring small to large junction controller cabinets due to my experience, although I am experienced in the full installation process of traffic signal systems including full install to all electrical connections and system commissioning's and handover with the customer. Skilled in reading technical drawings, and making wiring diagrams to suit each site, setting out equipment locations, and ensuring all works comply with safety standards and local authority specifications. Duties include installation of cable, poles, pedestrian push buttons, signal heads, detection, cable joints, controllers, and final testing to ensure correct operation followed with electrical testing. I also attend RTA's and retro fitting of old traffic signal installations. I have a strong eye for detail, and a perfectionist approach that ensures work is completed to the very highest standard. Flexible, hardworking, reliable, commitment, and willingness to work significant overtime to meet deadlines and deliver results.

• Train new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Improved safety with regular inspection & testing of electrical systems and components.
• Electrical wiring, terminations and fault finding.
• Maintained a clean working environment, upheld compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Adjusted equipment to enhance performance and meet requirements.
• Wiring 3 core armored power cable into single phase cut outs in the haldo pillar.

From leaving school I started work here to be trained up as a specialist wood turner for R.G. Hardie & Co known worldwide for there expertise craftmanship, producing high-precision bagpipes to world-class standards. I took pride in my work and loved seeing the finished product that I had made scratch.

• Regularly made and sharpened tools to maintain optimal performance levels.
• Operated lathes to produce precision-crafted products.
• Maintained tools and machinery, promoting a safe working environment.
• Wood was shaped with precision to have ivory, imitation ivory or nickel/silver ferrules fitted.
• Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations whilst operating machinery.
• Repaired damaged wooden items, ensuring their longevity.
• Achieved smooth finishes on all products through meticulous sanding.
• Carved intricate designs into wood, enhancing aesthetic appeal.
• Created bespoke pieces for customers, meeting individual specifications.
• Applied varnish, wax, lacquer and stains to finished products, inspecting to guarantee first-class quality.
• Smoothed and finished wood surfaces to remove imperfections.
• Deep knowledge of traditional and exotic hardwoods (eg African Blackwood).
• On request being able to make an exact replica of an old pipe part that might have been broken.