Summary
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Dean Mullen

Dublin,Ireland

Summary

Third year Electrical Apprentice with strong switchgear and control panel experience, including panel wiring, cable preparation, drawings, reworks and workshop production. Passed phase 2 and seeking to broaden into domestic, commercial and industrial electrical work. Former Irish Defence Forces soldier with proven discipline, reliability, teamwork and composure under pressure. Hard-working, practical and eager to develop into a more rounded electrician.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Apprentice Electrician

Capital Switchgear
Rathcoole, Dublin
2024.02 - Current
  • Built and wired switchgear and control panels in line with electrical drawings and job specifications.
  • Prepared, routed, labelled and terminated cables within panel assemblies.
  • Used ferrules, lugs, crimping tools, hand tools and power tools during panel build and wiring work.
  • Read and followed electrical drawings, schematics and wiring layouts.
  • Assisted with panel reworks, corrections and fault rectification.
  • Supported testers, qualified electricians and other team members during panel checks and issue resolution.
  • Worked under time pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality of workmanship.
  • Maintained clean, safe and organised work areas in a busy workshop environment.
  • Developed strong familiarity with switchgear, panel layouts, wiring standards and workshop procedures.

General Operative

Capital Switchgear
Rathcoole, Dublin
2023.02 - 2024.02
  • Worked in a busy switchgear workshop environment before being registered as an electrical apprentice.
  • Assisted with general workshop duties, panel preparation, housekeeping and production support.
  • Supported qualified electricians, testers and workshop staff with day-to-day tasks.
  • Used hand tools and power tools safely under supervision.
  • Maintained organised work areas and helped meet production deadlines.
  • Built familiarity with switchgear production, workshop procedures and electrical components before beginning formal apprenticeship training.

Soldier

Irish Defence Forces
Ireland
2019.11 - 2023.02
  • Served for over three years in a disciplined military environment.
  • Followed instructions from senior personnel and completed tasks to required standards.
  • Operated in high pressure environments while remaining calm, focused and reliable.
  • Maintained accountability of assigned equipment and personal kit.
  • Worked closely as part of a team in physically and mentally demanding conditions.
  • Built strong habits in timekeeping, discipline, communication and personal responsibility.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to changing situations and instructions.
  • Completed required administrative duties and maintained professional standards.
  • Developed resilience, adaptability and a strong work ethic through military service.

Education

Phase 2 Electrical

SOLAS
Tallaght, Dublin
2025.02 - 2025.07

Junior Certificate -

Collinstown Park Community College
Clondalkin, Dublin
2013.09 - 2018.10

Skills

  • Switchgear and control panel wiring
  • Electrical drawings and schematics
  • Cable preparation, routing and termination
  • Ferruling, labelling, lugging and crimping
  • Panel reworks and fault correction support
  • Motor control familiarity
  • Hand tools and power tools
  • Workshop safety and housekeeping
  • Working under pressure and to deadlines
  • Strong discipline, reliability and teamwork from military service

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Phase 2 Electrical

SOLAS
2025.02 - 2025.07

Apprentice Electrician

Capital Switchgear
2024.02 - Current

General Operative

Capital Switchgear
2023.02 - 2024.02

Soldier

Irish Defence Forces
2019.11 - 2023.02

Junior Certificate -

Collinstown Park Community College
2013.09 - 2018.10
Dean Mullen