Neil McCahon

Experience

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  Self employed

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2013

  Electrical technician

  Upon finishing my apprenticeship I was lucky enough to work throughout Britain, and abroad. Working on some high profile jobs, and earning great reviews at every role I have been involved in.From the electrical installation of cables and equipment, to the re-active, and pro-active maintenance when involved at Ferguson Modular. All these roles have moulded me into a well-rounded technician.Contracts included, Isle of Grain LNG power plant, for Watson Norrie/NG Baileys.Marchwood power plant, Southampton, Kirby Group, Takoradi Power Plant, Ghana and Kearl Oil Sands, Alberta, Canada. Show less

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  Ferguson Modular

  Jan 2011 - Aug 2012

  Electrical inspector/maintenance technician

  Involved as part of a well working team, working in a warehouse environment, I was tasked with electrically inspecting offshore modules when they came in from hire, from north sea and Norwegian sector rigs. Then carrying out electrical tests, and any maintenance of equipment, or cables that may have been defective. Replacing glands, parts, and cables, and reporting any equipment not meeting standards of compEX before ordering the correct replacements for renewal.

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  Kentz

  Oct 2012 - Apr 2013

  Electrical Inspector/technician

  Carrying out compEX standard inspections on Tyco Fire and Gas evac system/PAGA equipment.Instructing local electricians of standards required in installation, and advising on on equipment to use.After inspection, some on-the-spot remedial work was carried out, and electrical testing for pre-commissioning, paper work filled out and work signed off as complete.

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  Aker Solutions

  Feb 2013 - Jun 2013

  Electrical Technician

  Carrying out electrical installation duties as requested by electrical supervisor.

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  Amec Foster Wheeler

  Jun 2013 - Jan 2021

  Rope access L1, Electrical Technician

  Working within a project based team, carrying out de-struct, construction, installation, testing/inspection, and commissioning.Working closely with other trades as part of a FM scope, setting up equipment, ensuring safety is maintained as a PA in ISSOW, and carrying out the electrical scope required on the project.Trained and competent Level 1 Irata Rope Access Technician.

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  US Army Corps of Engineers

  Oct 2017 - Jan 2021

  Electrical QA/QC inspector

  Preforming Electrical inspections on US army bases through out the middle east. Due to electrical shock incidents on bases controlled by US Army, there is an urgent need for Electrical inspections to be thoroughly carried out, to ensure the persons serving within the camp are covered by the most up-to-date British 17th edition regulations.

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  Dron & Dickson

  May 2018 - Jan 2021

  Electrical Technician, RA IRATA L1

  Installation, testing, inspection and commissioning of LV electrical systems.Rope access duties used in various locations under level 3 supervision, following D&D procedures.

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  Horizon Engineering Solutions Ltd

  Jan 2021 - now

  Electrical shift Maintenance tech

  Facilities maintenance role across an expansive site, completing daily routine checks, PPMs, call outs and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical faults throughout the bases located throughout the province.

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  Next-Gen Power

  Jun 2023 - now

  Senior Electrician