Nicholas Sward
About Nicholas Sward
Nicholas Sward is an experienced underground electrician currently working at Strata Products Worldwide LLC since 2019. He has a diverse background in electrical fitting and maintenance across various projects in Australia and Canada, with a strong focus on safety and compliance in underground mining environments.
Work at Strata Products Worldwide
Nicholas Sward has been employed as an Underground Electrician at Strata Products Worldwide LLC since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for the installation and maintenance of gas monitoring systems and equipment specifically designed for underground mining environments. His work includes conducting daily and weekly inspections on flameproof equipment in Non-Explosive Risk Zones (NERZ) and Explosive Risk Zone 1 (ERZ1), adhering to established inspection protocols.
Previous Experience in Electrical Roles
Prior to his current position, Nicholas Sward held various roles in the electrical field. He worked at Downer as an Electrical Fitter/Mechanic from 2009 to 2010, and later as an Electrician from 2016 to 2017 on the Wheatstone LNG Project. He also served as QA/QC + HA Electrician at Downer from 2017 to 2018 for the Ichthys Project. His experience includes working at i.Power Solutions, Lendlease, and G&S Engineering Services, where he contributed to projects in coal mining and energy sectors.
Education and Qualifications
Nicholas Sward studied at St Luke's Anglican College from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education at TAFE Queensland Brisbane, where he achieved a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Systems Electrician. This formal education provided him with a foundational understanding of electrical systems and safety protocols, which he applies in his professional roles.
Safety and Compliance Expertise
Nicholas Sward is skilled in implementing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure safety during maintenance and repair work. He performs three-monthly inspections on flameproof equipment in NERZ and ERZ1, adhering to Code C/Internal Inspections standards. His commitment to safety extends to conducting inspections that follow Code A/External Inspections protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Technical Skills and Project Involvement
Nicholas Sward possesses strong technical skills in reading and interpreting various technical drawings and schematics. He has experience in the installation, Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning of Proximity Detection Systems for underground mining equipment. His involvement in stocktake, materials, and equipment planning has contributed to project efficiency and resource availability across multiple projects.