BERNARD CHARLES MALCHAN
San Fernando
Summary
Dynamic Electrical Maintenance Supervisor with extensive experience at National Gas Company, excelling in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. Proven track record in enhancing equipment reliability and leading teams to achieve safety compliance. Skilled in electrical system repair and project management, fostering collaboration and driving operational excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
National Gas Company
San Fernando, Trinidad & Tobago
10.1999 - Current
- Supervised electrical maintenance team ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated scheduled inspections and repairs of electrical systems and equipment.
- Trained new technicians on maintenance procedures and safety standards.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using testing equipment and troubleshooting techniques.
- Managed inventory of electrical supplies to support maintenance operations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on system upgrades and improvements.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and service logs.
- Maintained and repaired electrical systems, equipment, and components to ensure operational efficiency.
- Supervised a team of electricians in the installation of wiring systems for new construction projects.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls related to malfunctioning electrical systems.
- Installed control panels according to manufacturer specifications.
- Conducted safety training sessions for employees working with hazardous voltage levels or other dangerous conditions.
- Recommended changes in procedures or techniques used in order to improve productivity or quality standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance on electrical systems, including testing and cleaning of circuits, relays, switches, motors, transformers, protective devices.
- Reviewed work orders completed by subordinate staff members.
- Organized daily operations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Inspected electrical components such as transformers and circuit breakers.
- Created cost estimates for proposed projects prior to their commencement.
- Installed and repaired cables and wiring.
- Reported on electrical maintenance, diagnostic tests and system performance.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Worked on Natural Gas Platform, Maintain and troubleshooting Electrical Systems.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
Education
High School Diploma -
SCHOOL OF PRACTICAL ACCOUNTING
San Fernando09-2023
High School Diploma -
UNIVERSITY OF TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
PT.LISAS11-2019
SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
PT.LISAS10-2019
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
METAL INDUSTRIES COMPANY
MACOYA07-1999
High School Diploma -
SIPARIA SENIOR COMPREHENSIVE
SIPARIA07-1995
Skills
- Electrical system maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Electrical safety protocols
- Team supervision
- Project management
- Wiring installation
- Switchgear maintenance
- Transformer maintenance
- Power distribution
- Equipment installation
- Variable frequency drives
- Contractor supervision
- Low-voltage systems
- Generator maintenance
- Grounding systems
- Electrical estimating
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Infrared thermography
- Arc flash protection
- Power quality analysis
- Lighting systems
- Electrical system repair
- Schematic interpretation
- Fault detection
- Battery maintenance
- Emergency repairs
- Insulation resistance testing
- Surge protection
- Device testing
- Load calculations
- Thermographic inspections
- National electrical code
- Medium voltage systems
- High voltage systems
- Motor testing
- Motor controls
- Computerized maintenance management
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- Wireman License
Affiliations
- Enjoys playing cricket and football
- Going to the beach with family and friends
- Travelling toother countries.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
National Gas Company
10.1999 - Current
High School Diploma -
SCHOOL OF PRACTICAL ACCOUNTING
High School Diploma -
UNIVERSITY OF TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
METAL INDUSTRIES COMPANY
High School Diploma -
SIPARIA SENIOR COMPREHENSIVE
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