1. Christopher McCallum
22 Colliers Road
Fallin
Stirling
FK7 7HU
07919554556
mcc1chris@hotmail.co.uk
To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing to you today as I have a keen desire to pursue a career as
an offshore Electrical technician. I am eager to embark on this role as I have previously
worked in industrial/hazardous environments including the ship building industry and want
to take my career to the next level. I am a safety conscious individual who works well on my
own and as part of a team. Every job I have completed has come in on time, to an extremely
high standard and in line with HSE standards. I take great pride in my work and feel I have
the ability to take the key skills and attributes I have learned over my 8 years’ experience
and transfer them to the above mentioned role.
I have attached my CV for your consideration, I hold the following certified
qualifications/skills:
• CompEx EX01-EX04
• SVQ Electrical Instillation Level 3
• Inspection, Testing & Commissioning 17th Edition
• MIST
• BOSIET
• Norwegian Escape Chute
• OGUK Offshore medical
Thank you in advance for considering me for this position. I would welcome the opportunity
to further discuss this position with you. If you have questions or would like to schedule an
interview, please contact me by phone or email. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely
Christopher McCallum

2. Christopher McCallum
22 Colliers Road | Stirling, FK7 7HU | 07919554556 | mcc1chris@hotmail.co.uk
Profile
A hardworking and motivated individual that can fit into any environment that takes great pride in
completing work to the highest standard while maintaining a safe working environment for myself and
others. I am a confident and tenacious individual with a hands on approach, who always perseveres to
achieve the best results,with a proven ability to manage and follow projects through to completion.
Objective
To lead a challenging and exciting career as an Electrical Technician in an organization that lends
one a supportive and operative learning environment with ample chances to contribute and diversify
my knowledge and skills and offer me good potential for professional and personal growth.
Overall Key Skills and Competencies:
 Ability to methodically read and interpret wiring diagrams and floor plans
 Able to communicate effectively at all levels and willing to learn new skills
 Good practical problem-solving skills for diagnosing faults
 Attention to detail whilst completing all tasks
 Working to current Health & Safety regulations using risk assessment and permit to work
systems
 Routinely generating end of work detailed handover and commissioning reports
Through my career I have put myself forward for training and development opportunities as I
constantly look to improve, have a determination and willingness to learn.
Employment
Feb 2016 - Present - BGL Contracts
Responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing electrical wiring, equipment, & fixtures on industrial
and commercial sites. Working independently and going beyond my duties to assist colleagues, whilst
running projects in accordance with Health & Safety regulations. Also regularly advising clients and
senior managers verbally and in writing on hazardous equipment and essential work that needs
completing.
As a fully qualified electrician my main duties are:
 Industrial and Commercial Containment Systems
 Wiring
 3 Phase electrical systems
 Steel wire and braided cable
 Installation of Ex equipment in distilleries and fuel storage areas
 Installations and Commissioning of low voltage systems
 Electrical fault finding and troubleshooting
 Inspections
 System safety testing
 Lighting and emergency lighting systems
 Electrical systems modifications and maintenance
 Fire and Gas Alarm systems
 Sub Mains Switch Rooms
Feb 2015 – Feb 2016 - Lightways
I have been an electrician performing numerous duties, from installation, maintenance and
replacement of industrial lighting throughout Scotland. I complete areas of work independently and
going beyond my duties to assist colleagues, ensuring all work done is in accordance with Health &
Safety regulations. I complete risk assessments and permit to works. I work against a daily target

3. which is consistently completed on time and to a high standard. Below is some of the main duties I
perform daily
 Installation of standard, specialist and LED units on streets, footways, cycle ways and car
parks.
 High mast installation and refurbishment.
 Street Lighting Maintenance
 Proactive and out of hours reactive service for local authorities and housing associations.
2006–Feb 2015 - Forth Electrical Services (Electrical Contractor: industrial installation,
maintenance, design, testing)
Responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing electrical wiring, equipment, & fixtures. Working
independently and going beyond my duties to assist colleagues, ensuring all work done is in
accordance with Health & Safety regulations. Also regularly advising clients and senior managers
verbally and in writing on hazardous equipment and essential work that needs completing.
As a fully qualified electrician my main duties are:
 Industrial and Commercial Containment Systems
 Wiring
 3 Phase electrical systems
 Steel wire and braided cable
 MOD ship building, maintenance and restoration
 Installation of Ex equipment in distilleries and fuel storage areas
 Installations and Commissioning of low voltage systems
 Electrical fault finding and troubleshooting
 Inspections
 System safety testing
 Lighting and emergency lighting systems
 Electrical systems modifications and maintenance
 Fire and Gas Alarm systems
 Sub Mains Switch Rooms
 Working to current Health & Safety regulations
 Risk assessment and Permit to work systems
 Providing end of work detailed reports
EDUCATION HISTORY
Falkirk College - May 2014
CompEx EX01 -EX04 – Valid until May 2019
Falkirk College - June 2011
SVQ Electrical Instillation Level 3
Inspection, Testing and Commissioning 17th Edition
Bannockburn High School 2001 - 2005
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
CA EBS – 2016 (no expiry)
MIST - 2014 - 2018
BOSIET - 2014 - 2018
Norwegian Escape Shute 2014-2018
IPAF-scissor lift 2012-2017
PASMA2012-2017
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
I hold an industry recognised Oil and Gas approved medical which is valid until May 2018.
Computer literate with a full clean driving licence

4. ACTIVITIES
Outside of work I enjoy socialising with friends and family, going to the gym and playing rugby. I am
interested in challenging myself and have started climbing and abseiling classes as I would like to
progress onto becoming a rope access electrician
REFERENCE
Terry Ferguson
Senior Contracts Manager
Forth Electrical Service
01786819600
Graham Stevenson
Senior Contracts Manager
Lightways
01324 553025