Tom Harms

Electrical Installations

• Region Gippsland
• WorldSkills Accolade 2025 National Gold Medal
• Employer Marathon Electrical
• Training Institute TAFE Gippsland
• International Expert Todd Bell - Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety

“I love a challenge and hands-on learning. That’s why I’ve always found mechanics and electricity so interesting. It’s all so clear to me; electricity just works in my brain.”

Apprentice Electrician, Tom Harms is in his third year of his apprenticeship doing work he’s “really passionate about”. That’s why he found it such an honour to represent his trade at WorldSkills at both Regional and National levels. He excelled in both spheres, taking Gold Medals at both competitions.

“I’ve learnt a lot from competing so far, like using different materials and techniques to what we use at work. I’ve also had the chance to make lots of good friends,”

He’s fond of a challenge and the competition threw a few his way, specifically those to do with organisation. “I’ve learnt to write down my schedules now.”

Tom is greatly indebted to his employer, Marathon Electrical, for the support they’ve shown him both during the competitions and on the job.

“My coworker Liam taught me most of what I know about the Electrical trade, while giving me freedom to learn. I’ve discovered working with good people is the most rewarding part of my job.”

Tom looks forward to expanding himself as an Electrician and specialising within the industry. Most importantly, he says he wants “to work on projects that will better people’s lives.”

Three words that describe you – Diligent, Confident, Driven

Electrical Installations Team

Expert: Todd Bell – Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety