Nicholas Leslie Collins
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Results-driven Mechanical Pipefitting Quality Assurance/Welding Inspector with NACAP,recognized for achieving zero incidents through rigorous safety protocols and effective team collaboration. Skilled in interpreting technical plans and executing timely project completions, I prioritize safety awareness and foster strong interpersonal relationships to enhance project outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Pipefitting QA/Welding Inspector QA/QC Inspector
NACAP
QLD
08.2024 - Current
- Operated bending machines, aligning and feeding pipe for efficient processing.
- Slinged and positioned pipe for optimal loading into machinery.
- Adhered to safety guidelines while communicating effectively with boom driver and ground crew.
- Executed dogging and rigging of large valves and pipe spools for precise placement.
- Torqued bolts to specified levels in preparation for testing.
- Collaborated with Franna crane operators to ensure safe and efficient lifting operations.
- Interpreted plans and diagrams alongside engineers to ensure accurate installation of spools and valves.
- Transported valves and pipe spools using HR trucks from laydown area to facilities pad.
Welding Inspector QA/QC Supervisor
SPIECAPAG AUSTRALIA
KURRI KURRI NSW, NSW
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Established access tracks for early works, ensuring proper grading and machinery organization.
- Implemented sediment controls and constructed large sediment ponds.
- Operated water cart as needed to maintain site conditions.
- Collaborated with engineers and surveyors to achieve project specifications.
- Monitored compliance with SWMS, ensuring all crew members were signed on.
- Coordinated with client APA to develop welding and bevelling SWMS before project initiation.
- Oversaw operations of 28 kilometres of 42-inch heavy wall pipe facing machine, managing multiple crews across two machines.
- Achieved project completion with zero incidents or injuries, prioritizing safety and effective communication.
Pipe Facing Machine - Front-End Supervisor
MPC KINETIC
Port Hedland
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Led supervision of workforce, ensuring compliance with regulations for rail bridges and crossings.
Managed welding of 26-inch steel pipelines, including oversight of beveling activities.
Compiled daily reports and secured permits to maintain project timelines.
Worked with engineers and superintendents to develop methodologies and SWMS collaboratively.
Partnered with Fortescue Metal Group and construction managers to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Conducted weekly meetings to monitor look-ahead planning and project forecasting.
Directed pipelining initiatives across Pilbara, adhering to land access permit guidelines.
Implemented rigorous QA and QC procedures throughout project lifecycle.
Supervisor - Civil and Mechanical
ABERGELDIE COMPLEX INFRASTRUCTURE
WESTERN SYDNEY
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Supervised delivery of Warragamba pipeline upgrades, enhancing Sydney's potable water supply.
- Managed large-scale valve exchanges and new sewer pump stations for efficient operations.
- Led crews of up to 20 personnel, ensuring project completion under pressure and within budget.
- Cultivated strong client relationships to facilitate timely project execution.
- Oversaw contractor management and compliance with health and safety plans.
Project Manager-Site Foreman
COMDAIN INFRASTRUCTURE
Sydney
04.2016 - 10.2021
- Delivered projects for Sydney Water on time and within budget.
- Collaborated with engineers and site foremen to enforce safety compliance.
- Implemented safety protocols and best practices to ensure timely project completion.
Pipe Fitter and Bevel Machine Operator, Welding Crew Leading Hand
MONADELPHOUS
Darwin
02.2014 - 11.2015
- Company Overview: KT Pipelines and Mech 2 Package, INPEX JKC LPG Project
- Bevel Machine operator for the length of the project.
- Along with fitting up water and gas bypass lines, installing shut of valves, other tasks such as dogging for Franna cranes up to 100 tone and driving HR trucks equipped with welding and gas fitting equipment. LPG rigs for pre heating joints prior to welds. Reporting to the construction manager daily to report progress.
- Working with Gantry and Cranes and Crawler Cranes to remove steel modules.
- Fitting 42-inch steel pipe with wall thickness of 38mm heavy wall, spacing the gap and alignment with pipe clamps and side booms prior to welding.
- Connecting Argon and LPG bottles prior to welds, ensuring all testing and compliance was up to date before using any equipment out in the field. Ensuring all hot work permits are signed by the crew. JHA and JSA - Pre starts are filled out.
- Meeting targets and working in a team environment to ensure time frames are met in the safest and most efficient way every time. 'THE SAFE WAY IS THE ONLY WAY'. Daily Machinery and Vehicle pre starts prior to use, all safety checks on equipment and tools.
- KT Pipelines and Mech 2 Package, INPEX JKC LPG Project
Front end Welding Crew, leading hand Hydro Testing
SAIPEM
Surat Basin, QLD
10.2012 - 07.2014
- Conducted pre-start and safety checks on machinery, tools, and vehicles before field operations.
- Prepared and detailed 42-inch steel pipe for fitment and welding in compliance with standards.
- Executed mainline welding, tie-ins, hydro testing, and positioning of pipes with precision.
- Reported daily to Superintendent and supervisor to ensure timely completion of targets.
- Utilized trench breaking methods to install pipework under road crossings and railway areas.
- Operated cranes and side booms for precise lowering of pipework into designated positions.
- Participated in construction of water pipelines and performed hydrostatic testing post-construction.
- Managed dewatering and drying processes prior to project handover to clients.
Welding Assistant
MACONNEL DOWELL
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Company Overview: Desalination Plant Kurnell Botany Bay Barge
- This role involved the fitment and installation of 42-inch steel pipe across Sydney's Botany Bay to supply adjacent suburbs with recycled water. Works involved special safety checks including tides and weather conditions to suit the operation at hand. Safety checks on the day barge, which we boarded daily. Reading plans and prefabricating pipes to suit.
- Installing valves and risers with silver brazing and stick welding methods. Completing works in the safest way possible. Working alongside the welder and making sure materials were ready and kept in a neat and tidy area.
- Desalination Plant Kurnell Botany Bay Barge
LPG Gas Fitter, Dogman, HR Truck Driver Leading Hand
CALTEX
Kurnell, NSW
01.2009 - 05.2011
- Installed and welded stainless steel, steel, and copper pipes and valves in oil refinery.
- Collaborated with engineers to ensure accurate project completion by interpreting technical plans.
- Served as OH&S representative, reporting safety concerns at daily project meetings.
- Led civil drainage works and managed on-site waste development including oil spillages.
- Renewed water ring mains and potable systems, upgrading facilities with new valves and flanges.
Plumber and Foreman
FIELDFORCE
08.2009 - 04.2011
- Company Overview: Contractor for Sydney Water
- Mains to meter pipe replacement, 20 - 100mm services. Residential and commercial upgrades. 24 hours call out work for dig ups and emergency pipe bursts or leaks around the Sydney CBD and surrounding suburbs. Replacement of trunk and distribution mains around suburban areas. Running small crews and a small fleet of trucks, completing all relevant paperwork and working under permits.
- Contractor for Sydney Water
Education
WELDING - WELDING INSPECTION
Credited - IWIB International Welding Inspector
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Interpersonal skills
- Empathy and respect
- Active listening
- Timely execution
- Punctuality and professionalism
- Team collaboration
Personal Information
- Title: Current 4 x 4 Ticket, Current Dogmans, Current Bulk Water Cart Operations, Current Cert 3 in Frontline Management and Supervising, Current NSW Licensed Plumber and Gas, LPG Gas Fitter, Current Backflow Prevention Cert 4, Current Heavy Rigid Truck Licence, Current Forklift Licence, NSW White Card
- Date of Birth: 08/04/83
Timeline
Mechanical Pipefitting QA/Welding Inspector QA/QC Inspector
NACAP
08.2024 - Current
Welding Inspector QA/QC Supervisor
SPIECAPAG AUSTRALIA
10.2023 - 08.2024
Pipe Facing Machine - Front-End Supervisor
MPC KINETIC
04.2022 - 09.2023
Supervisor - Civil and Mechanical
ABERGELDIE COMPLEX INFRASTRUCTURE
11.2021 - 04.2022
Project Manager-Site Foreman
COMDAIN INFRASTRUCTURE
04.2016 - 10.2021
Pipe Fitter and Bevel Machine Operator, Welding Crew Leading Hand
MONADELPHOUS
02.2014 - 11.2015
Front end Welding Crew, leading hand Hydro Testing
SAIPEM
10.2012 - 07.2014
Welding Assistant
MACONNEL DOWELL
06.2011 - 09.2012
Plumber and Foreman
FIELDFORCE
08.2009 - 04.2011
LPG Gas Fitter, Dogman, HR Truck Driver Leading Hand
CALTEX
01.2009 - 05.2011
WELDING - WELDING INSPECTION
Credited - IWIB International Welding Inspector