Alan Lynch
Electrical Trainer • Tutor • Author • 40+ Years Experience
With over four decades of electrical and teaching experience across the UK and Ireland, Alan Lynch is one of the most knowledgeable electrical tutors in the country.
He has trained apprentices, qualified electricians, and upskilling professionals — both in colleges and through private grinds — and brings a rare combination of hands-on expertise, industry insight, and teaching excellence.
Today, Alan works as a full-time freelance electrical grinds tutor, offering clear, practical, exam-focused support to apprentices at all stages.
Apprentice Ireland is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Alan Lynch for the ground-breaking delivery of all electrical grinds online!
Career Journey
1981–1985 – Completed UK Electrical Apprenticeship
1985 – Qualified as an Electrician
1985–2000 – Domestic Electrical Work
2000–2007 – Commercial Electrical Work & Part-Time Electrical Training
2007 – Became a Full-Time UK College Lecturer
2012 – Moved to Ireland
2012–2015 – Worked in the Solar PV Industry
2015–2022 – Commercial Electrical Work in Dublin
2021 – Began Offering Electrical Grinds
2022–2024 – Solas Phase 2 Electrical Tutor
2025 – Completed Irish Electrical Apprenticeship
2026 – Semi-retired & Became Full-Time Freelance Electrical Grinds Tutor
John Doheny
Electrical Apprenticeship Practical Grinds – Experienced Instructor
Experienced and reliable Electrical Instructor offering grinds for both exam-sitting and repeat apprentices. Based just 5 miles from Kilkenny City, with easy access from the motorway, making it convenient for apprentices across the region.
Grinds are available to help apprentices prepare for the following SOLAS phases and practical exams:
Electrical – Phase 2
Practical 1: Domestic Installations
Practical 2: Mechanical Installations
Practical 3: Motor Control & 3-Phase Distribution
Electrical – Phase 4
Motor Control
Electrical – Phase 6
Practical 1: PLC Wiring
Electrical & Instrumentation – Phase 2
Practical 1: Domestic Installation
Electrical & Instrumentation – Phase 4
Motor Control
Apprentice Ireland is proud to announce an exciting partnership with John Doheny to deliver high-quality electrical apprenticeship practical grinds. This collaboration ensures apprentices receive expert, hands-on guidance to help them succeed in their practical assessments and develop the skills required for their electrical careers.
