Current Conversations - By Master Electricians Australia
Welcome to Current Conversations – the go-to podcast for Aussie sparkies and anyone wanting to hear from the people in the electrical trade. We’re here to ditch uncle Trev’s BBQ banter and serve up the unvarnished truth about the electrical industry. From debunking myths and setting the record straight to uncovering the blind spots you didn’t even know you had, we’re all about cutting through the noise. Hear from women in contracting, what’s electrically dodgy, hear from ROSS (Regularly On about Site Safety), a history session on unions, and the future of electrification. No fluff, no filters – just real talk.
Episodes
In this episode of 'Current Conversations', powered by Master Electricians Australia, CEO Kate Raymond and Technical Support Manager Matthew Duncan discuss the complexities of EV charger installations with guest Alex Foster, Director, Foster’s Services and MEA Board Director.
They delve into the unique challenges faced in public spaces and residential areas, including supply limitations and space constraints. The conversation cove...
In this episode of Current Conversations, powered by Master Electricians Australia, host Kate Raymond, CEO of Master Electricians Australia, and Jordon Carlisle, Workplace Relations Manager, MEA chat with Penny Cornah, CEO of the Master Plumbers Association of Queensland.
They explore the friendly rivalry between plumbers and electricians, discussing workplace banter and its potential mental health impacts. The conversation delve...
In this episode of Current Conversations, powered by Master Electricians Australia (MEA), host Kate Raymond—CEO of MEA—alongside Ross Lockhart, MEA’s Field Support Manager, and special guest Leo Ward, Managing Director, Power and Data Support Services, discuss the evolution of safety measures in the electrical industry.
Key topics include the dramatic improvements in safety protocols over the past few decades, largely influenced b...
In this episode of Current Conversations powered by Master Electricians Australia, hosts Kate Raymond and Matt Duncan of MEA are joined by Brian Richardson – Director, Electrical Equipment Safety, Electrical Safety Office QLD, discussing key aspects of equipment safety.
They cover identifying safe electrical products through the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM), the responsibilities of importers and suppliers under the Electrical ...
In this episode of Current Conversations, hosted by Kate Raymond and Matt Duncan of Master Electricians Australia, special guest Matt Kummerow, Operations Manager at ChargeHub Australia, discusses the burgeoning topics of electric vehicle (EV) chargers and the concept of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology.
The conversation delves into current capacities and challenges for home and workplace EV charging, the potential of vehicle-to-h...
In this episode of Current Conversations, powered by Master Electricians Australia, host Kate Raymond (CEO of MEA) is joined by Jordon Carlisle, Workplace Relations Manager, MEA, Penny Cornah (CEO of Master Plumbers Association of Queensland), and Tenille Riley (Women in Trades Manager with Busy at Work) to discuss female participation in the construction sector and trades in particular.
They examine successful strategies like amb...
In this episode of Current Conversations, powered by Master Electricians Australia (MEA), CEO Kate Raymond and Field Support Manager Ross Lockhart host special guest Francis, the Head of Projects at Kuga Electrical.
The discussion centres around Kuga Electrical’s focus on large commercial solar projects, their growth trajectory, and the intricacies of the solar industry. Francis provides insights into the company's commitment to q...
In this episode of Current Conversations, hosted by Kate Raymond CEO and Jordon Carlisle, Workplace Relations Manager, from Master Electricians, the discussion centres around the history and evolution of unions in Australia.
Special guest Michael Wright, National Secretary of the Electrical Trades Union (ETU), delves into the historical significance of events like the Eureka Stockade in shaping the union movement. The conversation...
In this episode of Current Conversations, hosted by Kate Raymond and Matthew Duncan from Master Electricians Australia, the focus is on surge protection devices (SPDs). Joined by Nikhil from Schneider Electric, the discussion delves into the functionality and importance of SPDs to protect your home and business. Nikhil explains the different types of SPDs (type 1, type 2, and type 3), their roles, and ...
In the first episode of Current Conversations, hosted by Kate Raymond, CEO of Master Electricians Australia, and Ross Lockhart, Field Support Manager, special guest Leo Ward shares his vast experience as a safety expert and employer representative on the Queensland Electrical Safety Board. The discussion centres on developing apprentices, supervising young workers, and ensuring safety standards are met in an evolving industry.
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