Bo Beavon
About Bo Beavon
Bo Beavon is a Resident Electrical Maintenance Technician with extensive experience in electrical and instrumentation roles across various companies in Australia. He has a strong background in maintaining complex automated systems and holds multiple certifications in electrotechnology and hazardous areas.
Current Role at SSI SCHÄFER
Bo Beavon serves as the Resident Electrical Maintenance Technician at SSI SCHÄFER, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for the maintenance of various automated machinery, including SLRs, CUBY shuttles, and palletising robots. His work involves ensuring the efficient operation of these systems, which are integral to the company's logistics and automation solutions.
Previous Experience in Electrical Maintenance
Bo Beavon has a diverse background in electrical maintenance, having worked in several roles across various companies. He was employed at Green's General Foods as an Electrical Maintenance Technician from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, he held positions at Kentz, Santos Ltd, Downer, Bechtel Oil, Gas, & Chemicals, and Southern Cross Electrical Engineering, among others. His experience spans multiple projects in Queensland and Western Australia, focusing on quality assurance and control in electrical installations.
Education and Certifications
Bo Beavon has pursued extensive education and training in the electrical field. He studied at Skillstech Australia, achieving a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Systems from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his qualifications with a Certificate IV in Instrumentation and Control from EIM, completed in 2015. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate IV in Hazardous Areas from Future Skills in 2013. His training also includes ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting from Rockwell Automation Training in 2019.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Bo Beavon possesses strong technical skills in electrical systems and automation. He has expertise in utilizing WAMAS software for managing and optimizing pallet positioning and routing in automated systems. His proficiency extends to Siemens HMI and PLC systems, which are essential for controlling automated machinery. Beavon has also been involved in the maintenance of complex systems, including wrapping machines and conveyor/lift systems.
Career Timeline and Key Positions
Bo Beavon's career spans over a decade, with significant roles in various organizations. He began his career as an Industrial/EEHA Electrician at Pulse Electrical from 2010 to 2011. He then worked at Southern Cross Electrical Engineering, Kentz, and Santos Ltd, among others, before joining SSI SCHÄFER. His career reflects a consistent focus on electrical maintenance and quality assurance across multiple sectors.