GARY DAVIS
Johannesburg
Summary
I am a highly experienced electrician with 15 years of experience in designing, installing and maintaining electrical systems in the electrical, refrigeration, and fire and security industry. I have been a project manager on various construction sites and at commercial buildings, overseeing and managing electrical installations at a large scale. I managed the overall planning, co-ordination and implementation of these various projects successfully. More recently, I have ventured into running my own successful electrical business which looks after all domestic electrical needs, including alternative power solutions. My business has received excellent reviews from clients, as I continually strive to provide a service of the highest standards and always conduct my engagements with strict professionalism and adherence to safety and industry compliance standards.
Dependable Electrician skilled in performing preventive and regular maintenance work on electrical systems. Adapts to new technology and concepts. In-depth knowledge of generators, transformers and circuit breakers. Punctual and hardworking individual dedicated to cultivating excellent relationships with clients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
GSC Electrical Services
09.2019 - Current
- Own and manage successful electrical business which is responsible for the following services to clients:
- Design and install solar systems
- Generator and alternative power solutions
- Inspections and remedial work to issue electrical compliance certificates
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components. Workedrked with PLC control devices VDF drives and Automation
Maintenance Electrician
Presto Electrical
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Responsible for the maintenance of the electrical infrastructure of various commercial and domestic buildings
- My responsibilities included the following:
- Residential electrical installations (New and Upgrades)
- Generator installations
- Compliance inspections and repairs
- DB rewires
- LED lighting design and install
- Electrical metering installations for retail shops
- Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment.
- Responded to fault and wiring issues, identifying hazards and problems.
- Used oscilloscopes, voltmeters and ohmmeters to test electrical systems.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
Project Manager
Guardian Integrated Systems
10.2015 - 03.2019
- Responsible for managing commercial building sites, specifically in the integrated systems market of fire detection, gas protection, evacuation systems, building management, access control, asset monitoring and tracking, security and CCTV
- My responsibilities included the following:
- Create a project schedule, give input into site meetings and monitor progress against the agreed schedule
- Manage and supervise workers on site and any subcontractors needed
- Attend monthly safety audits
- Programming fire panels and CCTV DVRs
- Installation of ethernet and fibre switches
- CCTV upgrades and access control installation
- Commissioning of fire panels and CCTV Systems
- Design and install standalone access control electronics
- Installation of gate motors and boom gates
- Analyze work methods to improve productivity and efficiency on a continual basis
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Electrical Contracts Manager
Webbers Electrical Contractors
02.2015 - 09.2015
- Manage electrical installations at large construction sites and buildings where my responsibilities included the following:
- Perform electrical-related wiring and installation for projects, including new construction, retrofits, remodels and plant expansions
- Attend site meetings with project management teams and electrical/design consultants and various contractors to monitor progress
- Prepare planning programs and scheduled duties for all team members on my sites and supervise the implementation thereof
- Interpret and implement work instructions, drawings and schematic diagrams
- Thorough site and plant inspections and audits to ensure that the OHS Act and construction regulations are complied to
Business Owner
Guernsey Oven & Carpet Cleaning (UK)
07.2013 - 11.2014
- Manage the daily operations of the business, overall profitability and marketing of the business
- My business received two awards in the Channel Islands and was recognised as a company which provides great service with a good reputation
Electrical Engineer
C.D. Lamb Electrical Limited (UK)
01.2012 - 06.2013
- This electrical firm specialized in domestic electrical services and I managed the firm's largest clients such as installations at newly built apartment blocks
Electrical Contracts Manager
Webbers Electrical Contractors
11.2010 - 11.2011
- This electrical firm specialized in domestic electrical services and I managed the firm's largest clients such as installations at newly built apartment blocks
Apprentice Electrician
MVR Electrical CC
06.2006 - 10.2010
- Responsible for designing control circuits for commercial fridges, as well as the fault finding, repairing and refurbishments of commercial fridges
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Panel wiring for the Shopping centres commercial Refrigeration units, worked with bock compressors and PLC Control panels.
Electrical Apprentice
MVR Electrical CC
07.2006 - 06.2010
- Worked on various electrical installations including LV and MLV installations, panel wiring, trunking, cable trays, power skirting, server rooms and refrigeration control panels
Education
No Degree - International accreditation by the German Solar Energy Society DGS
Green Solar Academy
Johannesburg, South Africa10-2020
No Degree - Electrician License
P&T Technology College
Johannesburg, South Africa10-2018
GED -
Electrical Council Association
Johannesburg, South Africa12-2008
No Degree -
Renkelec College
Johannesburg, South Africa11-2010
High School Diploma -
Langlaagte Technical High School
Johannesburg, South Africa12-2004
Skills
- Strong leadership skills
- Project manager of commercial sites
- Electrical system design and installation
- Preventative maintenance
- Electrical code compliance
- Field installation
- Diagram interpretation
- AC/DC control circuitry
- Commercial and industrial electrician
- Electrical systems upgrades and retrofits
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Energy efficiency optimization
Certification
- Solar installation - Green Solar Academy
- Single phase wireman's license - P&T Technology College
- Red Seal electrician - Renkalec Training College
- N3 Subjects - Electrical Council Association
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Director
GSC Electrical Services
09.2019 - Current
Maintenance Electrician
Presto Electrical
04.2019 - 08.2019
Project Manager
Guardian Integrated Systems
10.2015 - 03.2019
Electrical Contracts Manager
Webbers Electrical Contractors
02.2015 - 09.2015
Business Owner
Guernsey Oven & Carpet Cleaning (UK)
07.2013 - 11.2014
Electrical Engineer
C.D. Lamb Electrical Limited (UK)
01.2012 - 06.2013
Electrical Contracts Manager
Webbers Electrical Contractors
11.2010 - 11.2011
Electrical Apprentice
MVR Electrical CC
07.2006 - 06.2010
Apprentice Electrician
MVR Electrical CC
06.2006 - 10.2010
No Degree - International accreditation by the German Solar Energy Society DGS
Green Solar Academy
No Degree - Electrician License
P&T Technology College
GED -
Electrical Council Association
No Degree -
Renkelec College
High School Diploma -
Langlaagte Technical High School
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