Amini Vakalala
Washdyke,Timaru
Summary
Dedicated Digger Operator with extensive experience at EA Networks, excelling in excavator operation and safety compliance. Proven track record in utility installation and equipment maintenance, ensuring efficient . project completion.
collaborator, committed to maintaining high safety standards while achieving operational goals. I
Hardworking Operator skilled in equipment operation and site maintenance. Always ready for any assignment and willing to help team members with repair work, clean up and special tasks. Follows directions well and always maintains safety standards, I’m a happy energetic person who leads by example in both personal and work life I enjoy being hands on and learning new skills and keen to add value to your team , I’ve been in the electricity department for 15 years
2010-2022 transmission (Transpower)
2022-current EA networks
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Digger Operator, underground labourer
EA networks
Ashburton , Ashburton
11.2022 - Current
- Operated various types of excavators for site preparation and grading.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all digging operations.
- Coordinated with site supervisors to plan and execute excavation tasks.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery including wearing personal protective gear.
- Cleaned up worksites after completion of projects by removing excess debris from area.
- Collaborated with foreman on plans for completing tasks within specified timeframes.
- Monitored gauges and controls while operating equipment to ensure efficiency and safety standards were met.
- Communicated regularly with supervisor regarding progress of tasks and any issues that arose during operation of machinery.
- Performed minor maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels, greasing parts, and replacing worn components.
- Operated excavators to dig trenches for utility installation.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine checks and minor repairs.
- Collaborated with site supervisors to ensure safe work environments.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for efficient job site operations.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate tasks.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize risks on job sites.
- Moved dirt, rocks, and debris with backhoe to create trenches or holes of various depths and widths.
- Transported materials to job sites with dump trucks.
- Assisted in the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines, water lines, electrical conduits.
- Inspected equipment before use each day ensuring it was in good working condition.
- Experience on excavating pole holes , installation LV and HV cables , back filling GMTX and PMTX , installing 40mm earth rods
- Loaded earth, debris and rubble onto trucks and conveyors for removal from construction site.
Education
Level 1 - Engineering (welding )
Aoraki Polytechnic
03.2006 - 03.2007
Timaru Boys HiGh School
Timaru , Timaru Skills
- Excavator operation
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Utility installation, earthing installation 40mm rods
Certification
- Classes 1,2,3,4,5 and FWTR
- Hiab competency
- Fork lift license
- 4x4 on road and off road experience
- Chainsaw competency
Languages
Fijian
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tongan
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Accomplishments
- 2016 got awarded demonstrating excellent safety behaviour (Transpower)
- 2020 got awarded demonstrating excellent safety behaviour (Transpower)
Affiliations
- Rugby
- Swimming
- Running
- Hunting
- Love keeping fit
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Digger Operator, underground labourer
EA networks
11.2022 - Current
Level 1 - Engineering (welding )
Aoraki Polytechnic
03.2006 - 03.2007
Timaru Boys HiGh School