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Gavin Julian Gibson

Gavin Julian Gibson

East Bank Demerara

Summary

Powering the World Through Reliable and Innovative Design Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in the engineering field.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner / Managing Director

Green Energy Electrical Services
10.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
  • Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.

Alternative Energy Manager

Gafson's Industries Ltd
01.2011 - 09.2023
  • Work with Ministry of Education (EFAFTI)
  • Guyana Energy Agency
  • Guyana Defence Force
  • Determined appropriate energy management system for company needs, reducing annual energy consumption by 25%.
  • Evaluated new technologies and equipment to ensure optimal performance and maximum return on investment.
  • Achieved sustainability goals by integrating renewable energy sources into client facilities.

Solar Technician

Farfan & Mendez
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Sizing and designing of solar system
  • Installation of stand-alone system
  • Installation of solar submersible water pump
  • Customer services representative
  • Manage the first 1100 solar system government project
  • Specialize in building and designing battery banks
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely technical support and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Developed customized solutions that met clients'' unique requirements while maximizing energy efficiency potential through conscientious design considerations.
  • Used drawings, schematics, and instructions to properly install PV systems in accordance with codes and standards.
  • Enhanced solar panel efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and cleaning procedures.
  • Played an integral role in training new team members on essential skills related to solar technician responsibilities.

Generator Technician

Banks DIH Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Installation of main switch gears
  • Installation of generators (45KVA - 1000KVA)
  • Installation of transformer (10KVA - 2000KVA)
  • Industrial wiring
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely troubleshooting and resolution of generator issues.
  • Set up and managed maintenance schedules.
  • Performed load bank testing on newly installed or repaired generators to ensure they met established performance standards before returning them to operation.
  • Streamlined inventory management by regularly monitoring stock levels and ordering necessary parts in advance of scheduled maintenance visits.
  • Improved safety standards through rigorous adherence to industry guidelines and regulations during all maintenance tasks.

Education

Contemporary Project Management -

University of The West Indies, Cave Hill Campus
Barbados
01.2024

Graduate Certificate - Renewable Energy Technology

Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT)
Australia
01.2021

BSc - Industrial Engineering

University Of Guyana
Guyana
01.2019

Diploma - Industrial Engineering

University Of Guyana
Guyana
01.2017

Certificate - Industrial Engineering

University Of Guyana
Guyana
01.2016

Diploma - Electrician

Penn Foster College
USA
01.2013

Technician Certificate - Electrical Engineering Part two

Government Technical Institute
Guyana
01.2011

Technician Certificate - Electrical Engineering Part one

Government Technical Institute
Guyana
01.2008

Advance Craft Certificate - Electrical Installation part three

Government Technical Institute
Guyana
01.2007

Craft Certificate - Electrical Installation part two

Government Technical Institute
Guyana
01.2006

Craft Certificate - Electrical Installation

Government Technical Institute
Guyana
01.2004

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Staff Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Team Collaboration
  • Project Manager
  • Project estimating

Skills

All Class Electrical Contractor License - Commercial, Industrial & Domestic Installation, 16, Generator Technician, Banks DIH Ltd, 2005 - 2008, Installation of main switch gears, Installation of generators (45KVA - 1000KVA), Installation of transformer (10KVA - 2000KVA), Industrial wiring, Solar Technician, Farfan & Mendez, 2008 - 2011, Sizing and designing of solar system., Installation of stand-alone system, Installation of solar submersible water pump, Customer services representative, Manage the first 1100 solar system government project., Specialize in building and designing battery banks., Alternative Energy Manager, Gafson's Industries Ltd, 2011 - 2023, Work with Ministry of Education (EFAFTI), Guyana Energy Agency, Guyana Defence Force, Inverter, Battery, Charge Controller, Solar Panel, Combiner Box, DC breaker and disconnect., Cable, Lightning Arrestor, Solar Freezer, Panel Structure, Earthing, Studied the NEC 2011 on solar while completing my course at Pen Foster College., 14 years' experience, installing off/on grid solar system throughout the length and breadth of Guyana.

Successfulinstallations

  • Ministry of Amerindian Affair, $15M
  • Ministry of Education, $80M
  • TETRA TECH, $14M
  • Various Customers, $18M
  • University of Guyana, $7M
  • Hinterland Electrification Unit, $45M
  • UNDP - Bartica, $22M
  • GEA - National Library, $2.1M
  • GEA - Ministry of Agriculture, $10M
  • GEA - GDF Base Camp Ayanganna, Camp Seweyo, $45M
  • GEA - 80 - Government Building, $415M
  • GEA - State House, $35M
  • GEA - Guysuco Solar Car Park, $49M
  • Gafson's Industries Ltd - 1 Mw, $850M
  • Gafsons Industries Ltd - 600 Kw, $280M

Personal Information

  • Age: 39
  • Date of Birth: 03/25/85
  • Marital Status: Single

References

  • Ms. Heidi Gillette, Senior Officer, Ministry of Public Works, 592-6280480, heidiagill@gmail.com
  • Tionna October, Assistant Director, Ministry of Social Protection, 592-6241614, tionnaoctober@gmail.com
  • Rhondel Weever, Magistrate, Georgetown Court, 592-6811148, hottchocolate16@yahoo.com

Training

  • Customer Relationship Enhancement Program
  • Occupational, Safety, Health & Environmental Protection Training Course

Timeline

Owner / Managing Director

Green Energy Electrical Services
10.2023 - Current

Alternative Energy Manager

Gafson's Industries Ltd
01.2011 - 09.2023

Solar Technician

Farfan & Mendez
01.2008 - 01.2011

Generator Technician

Banks DIH Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2008

Contemporary Project Management -

University of The West Indies, Cave Hill Campus

Graduate Certificate - Renewable Energy Technology

Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT)

BSc - Industrial Engineering

University Of Guyana

Diploma - Industrial Engineering

University Of Guyana

Certificate - Industrial Engineering

University Of Guyana

Diploma - Electrician

Penn Foster College

Technician Certificate - Electrical Engineering Part two

Government Technical Institute

Technician Certificate - Electrical Engineering Part one

Government Technical Institute

Advance Craft Certificate - Electrical Installation part three

Government Technical Institute

Craft Certificate - Electrical Installation part two

Government Technical Institute

Craft Certificate - Electrical Installation

Government Technical Institute
Gavin Julian Gibson