Greg McNeill

Full Name : Greg McNeill (Greg)

Position/Role: Trainer / Assessor

Years of Industry Experience: 30+ years

Specialist Skills:
Forklift operations, Elevated Work Platforms, Electrical/Mechanical operations, Student mentoring, Workplace safety coaching

Career Background
Over 30 years in training and assessment, including leadership at Sharp Training and decades of hands-on industry experience as an Electrical Fitter/Mechanic and business owner.

Why I’ve chosen this career/what I get out of it:
Greg thrives on helping people develop practical skills that open doors to safer workplaces and better career opportunities. He finds great satisfaction in watching students gain confidence, often transforming from unsure to accomplished.

Fun Fact / Personal Interest:
Known for his jovial character, Greg believes if you can’t have a laugh while learning, you’re not doing it right. Outside of training, he enjoys keeping things light-hearted and lending a hand where needed.

• Favourite Quote or Motto
  If you can’t have a laugh while learning, you’re not doing it right.
• Most Memorable Training Moment
  Watching hesitant trainees build confidence during forklift and EWP sessions, often going from ‘I can’t do this’ to ‘I can’t believe I just did that!’
• Areas You’re Passionate About in Safety
  Ensuring every student feels safe, supported, and fully prepared before assessments — with extra time given when needed to build confidence.
• Best Advice for Students:
  Don’t be afraid to make mistakes while training — that’s where the best learning happens.
• Biggest Career Achievement:
  Sustaining a 100% safety record over 30+ years of training while mentoring countless students into new skills and career opportunities.
• If You Weren’t a Trainer, You’d Be…:
  Likely still fixing things as an electrician — or maybe running a comedy night at the local pub.