Alazae Tua-Taiapo
WHANGAREI
Summary
i consider myself a straightforward, hardworking, honest man that currently makes a living as a tradesman and is continuously looking for opportunities to upskill in all departments. My work ethic is second to none when in a competitive work space and present an open mind to regularly upskill and learn more from my fellow co-workers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Timber Machinist
Rosvall Sawmill
Whangārei
04.2021 - Current
- Counted, sorted and stacked finished workpieces.
- Operated heavy machinery such as medium to heavy duty forklifts and merlo loaders
- Wrapped strapped and labeled packets to look presentable on trucks and customer worksites
- Graded timber of different species densities and sizes to meet certain specifications
- Utilized a variety of saws to cut and prevent downstream problems
- Used hand tools to adjust bolts, clamps, stops and guides.
- Adjusted cutterheads and rollers to provide not only quality product but correct dimensions suited to satisfy customer requirements.
- Maintained a tidy personal workspace to reduce hazards and promote a safe environment.
- utilized all 7 senses to ensure jam ups and breakdowns are minimized or eliminated
- increased production levels by minimizing downtime
- worked with a diverse range of nationalities enabling my ability to work in sync with other colleagues at a high pace
General Laborer
Henderson wood machinist
Henderson
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Operated woodworking machinery to fabricate high-quality wood products.
- Operated small to medium forklifts to finish consumer orders and manage worksite
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Assisted team members in loading and unloading materials for production runs.
- Followed safety protocols while handling tools and equipment in the workshop.
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Operated sawmill machinery for precise timber cutting and shaping.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and efficiency in production.
- Trained new operators on machinery use and safety protocols effectively.
Pizza Maker
Pizza Hut
Whangārei
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Communicated with customer to provide menu offering details and assist with decision-making.
- Stocked and managed inventory items using First-In First Out (FIFO) method to use products prior to expiration and reduce food waste.
- Unloaded delivery trucks to place food items and ingredients in designated space in restaurant.
- Prepared multiple orders at once for speedy service.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Safely operated ovens, fryers and grills to prevent injuries and accidents.
Farm Hand
Jordan Valley RD Dairy Farm:
Whangārei
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Assisted with maintenance and repair activities to keep buildings and equipment in safe and proper condition.
- Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
- Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
- Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
- Marked livestock to identify ownership and grade using brands, tags or tattoos.
- applied cups to cows to proceed with milking operation daily
Skills
- Planning & organizing
- Conflict resolution
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible schedule
- Customer service
- PPE use
- Trouble shooting
- Teambuilding
- Multi-tasking
- Time Managment
Timeline
General Laborer
Henderson wood machinist
05.2023 - 11.2023
Timber Machinist
Rosvall Sawmill
04.2021 - Current
Pizza Maker
Pizza Hut
09.2019 - 04.2021
Farm Hand
Jordan Valley RD Dairy Farm:
08.2018 - 04.2019