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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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FRED WESONGA BARASA

FRED WESONGA BARASA

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Electrician knowledgeable in all areas of current electrical standards and approved codes of practice. Excels at analysing and solving problems with various electrical controls and systems. Experienced electrician with 6+ years in Electrical industry. Committed to providing accurate and quality work within agreed timeframes. Adept at completing projects on time using professional-level skill and trade knowledge to demonstrate superior performance on job sites.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Electrician

Transguard Group LLC
Dubai, UAE
01.2023 - Current
  • Improved safety standards by routinely inspecting electrical systems.
  • Installed and maintained wiring for enhanced building functionality.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations through diligent workmanship.
  • Repaired faulty equipment, resulting in minimal downtime.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks to reduce potential future issues.
  • Trained 15 newer recruits in the team, enhancing their skills and knowledge base.
  • Adhered strictly to Health and Safety guidelines reducing risk of accidents onsite.

Electrician

Al-futtaim Engineering LLC
Dubai, UAE
10.2018 - 01.2023
  • Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical and electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
  • Diagnose within 1 day emergency malfunctions to restore system functionality swiftly.
  • Alleviate safety risks with thorough periodic checks on installations.
  • Train newer recruits in team, enhancing their skills and knowledge base.
  • Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits
  • Interpret design engineering blueprints for safe, accurate electrical installations.

Participations:

2018-2020: Ikea Big Box project

2021-2023: Etihad Rail Project,Abu Dhabi

2023-2024: Al Badia Phase 4 Terraces Project

2024-Date: Yas Island Water world Expansion Project

Electrical Technician

Bidco Africa Limited
Thika, Kenya
02.2017 - 10.2018
  • To attend to all electrical breakdowns within factory.
  • Monitoring load currents and performing all electrical equipment inspections within factory, and reporting to supervisor for action.
  • To carry out maintenance as per schedule in general shift.
  • To attend to major breakdowns.
  • Participate in over 5+ implementation of capital projects per month
  • Tested electrical systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Replaced defective components promptly, minimising system downtime.
  • Worked safely at heights to minimise risk of personal injury.
  • Ensured safety by adhering to standards and regulations in electrical installations.

Electrical Power Line Designer

Kenya Power and Lighting Company Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
09.2015 - 10.2017
  • Carrying out design work to extend low voltage network (240V and 415V), extension of short medium voltage (11KV and 33KV) lines
  • Proposing new distribution substations and associated low voltage reticulation.
  • Streamlined design process, reduced project completion time.
  • Delivered high-quality designs under tight deadlines, ensured client satisfaction.

Field Attachment

KenGen Turkwel Power Station
Turkwel, West Pokot
08.2008 - 11.2008
  • Maintenance and service of electrical power generation and supportive systems, Database and MMS and protection relay testing Maintenance and repair of power distribution system, Refrigeration and air-conditioning and SCADA installation
  • Performed over 10+ preventative maintenance tasks to reduce potential future issues.
  • Used hand and power tools proficiently during repair and installation duties.
  • Adhered strictly to Health and Safety guidelines reducing risk of accidents onsite.
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Power option) - Engineering

Thika Technical Training Institute
05.2011 - 11.2013

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (power option) - Engineering

The Eldoret Polytechnic
05.2007 - 11.2008

Kenya certificate of secondary Education - Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education

ST. Joseph's Lumboka Memorial Secondary School
01.2003 - 11.2006

Kenya certificate of primary school - Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education

Lumboka Primary School
Bungoma
01.1995 - 12.2002

Skills

  • Electrical systems maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Electrical repairs
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Time management
  • Working at heights
  • Electrical installation and repair

Languages

English

Affiliations

  • Games

Accomplishments

  • January 2023: Employment Certificate from Al-Futtaim Engineering LLC
  • August 2021: Certificate of Excellence from Jacobs at Etihad Rail Package project
  • July 2017: Certificate for Violence Prevention Workshop from Angaza Kenya

Timeline

Electrician

Transguard Group LLC
01.2023 - Current

Electrician

Al-futtaim Engineering LLC
10.2018 - 01.2023

Electrical Technician

Bidco Africa Limited
02.2017 - 10.2018

Electrical Power Line Designer

Kenya Power and Lighting Company Limited
09.2015 - 10.2017

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Power option) - Engineering

Thika Technical Training Institute
05.2011 - 11.2013

Field Attachment

KenGen Turkwel Power Station
08.2008 - 11.2008

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (power option) - Engineering

The Eldoret Polytechnic
05.2007 - 11.2008

Kenya certificate of secondary Education - Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education

ST. Joseph's Lumboka Memorial Secondary School
01.2003 - 11.2006

Kenya certificate of primary school - Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education

Lumboka Primary School
01.1995 - 12.2002
FRED WESONGA BARASA