Antony Kora
Mount Maunganui,New Zealand
Summary
Hello and Kia Orana
My name is Antony Kora and I hail from the sunny Cook Islands.
Ive been working in New Zealand for three years now and i was living back home in the Cook islands
I am a reliable Hoist Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in safe operational techniques, routine maintenance protocols, and emergency response procedures. Excel at teamwork, communication, and problem-solving to enhance workplace safety and efficiency. Committed to following strict safety standards and protocols to ensure optimal operation outcomes. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cool Store Fork Hoist Operator
East Pack Limited
07.2022 - 07.2024
- As a Cool Store Fork Hoist Operator at East Pack Limited, I am responsible for operating fork hoists to safely and efficiently handle goods in the cool store.
- I ensure the proper loading and unloading of products, contributing to the smooth operations of the facility and the preservation of perishable items.
- Additionally, I maintain a keen focus on following safety protocols and operational procedures to uphold workplace standards and minimize risks.
- I am experienced now in operating a forklift in a large cool store environment.
- Three-story high steel racking, operating pallet shuttles with RF scanner technology and remote controls.
Tally Clerk
Port Authority Cook Islands
Rarotonga
04.2019 - 09.2021
- I was a Tally Clerk for the Port Authority in the Cook Islands
- I used to check all the manifest for the vessel and check off all the containers being unloaded from the ship as well as any other cargo
- I used to coordinate all the Fork hoist Operators to where each container and cargo should go to on the Port via RT radio
- And then I was to check off all the containers and cargo going onto the ship.
Container Fork Hoist Operator
Port Authority Cook Islands
12.2018 - 09.2021
- As a Container Fork Hoist Operator at Port Authority Cook Islands, I was responsible for the efficient handling and transportation of containers within the port area
- I operated fork hoists to load and unload containers from ships and trucks, ensuring the smooth flow of goods in and out of the port
- Additionally, I collaborated with the port team to optimize workflow and meet operational demands.
Tugboat Captain
Port Authority Cook Islands
Rarotonga
01.2002 - 01.2021
- I was a Tugboat Captain at the Port Authority
- I used to transfer the Pilot to the ship and from the ship
- I used to help to maneuver the ship into the berthing position by pushing the ship in certain positions according to the pilots commands
- I also went on salvage missions when fishing vessels were stuck on the reef and had to be pulled or towed off the reef.
Hospital Orderly / Security Attendant
Waikato District Health Board
Tokoroa
01.2014 - 01.2015
- At the Hospital, there were 3 shifts, Dayshift, Afternoonshift and Nightshift
- As an Orderly, I had to assist the nurses on duty with patients
- In the general ward, I had to clean and wipe all surfaces, as well as vacuum and mop the floors
- I had to transfer patients to the x-ray department and help the ambulance crews transfer patients to the accident and emergency department
- I also assisted with the Westpac Rescue Helicopters landing at the hospital, unloading the stretcher and the equipment and then transferring the patient to the helicopter.
Fork Hoist Operator
Strait Freight Transport Ltd
Otahuhu Auckland
09.2011 - 09.2012
- At Straitfreight, I was a loader, my job was to unload and load chiller curtain sider truck and trailers and hard sider chiller truck and trailers
- I used to load freezer and chilled palletized meat and poultry goods and dry and produce goods and dangerous goods with the relevant DG paperwork
- All Linehaul trucks were loaded and the diesel was filled up for the temperature controlled units
- The temperatures were set by the loaders and the trucks departed the depot.
Fork Hoist Operator
Mainfreight Transport Auckland
Otahuhu Auckland
04.2006 - 09.2011
- At Mainfreight Transport Ltd, I was a loader on the afternoon shift 2pm-12am
- We had to unload the local trucks first and then load the Linehaul units
- All freight was dry palletized goods apart from steel longs and timber packs, and vehicle windscreens
- I used to load truck and trailer and bi train units and ZH train wagons as well as ZM and ZL train wagons and 20foot and 40foot containers
- Massive company and massive expansion
- In 2008, I won storeman of the year.
Forklift Operator
Owens Cool Air Ltd
Mangere , Auckland
01.2000 - 05.2000
- Hand loading air freight containers with poly bins of fish, live eels, and crayfish, and exporting orchids.
- Hand loading aluminum boards with whole marlin board bill, and sailfish.
- Loading our cargo freight onto trucks with rollers.
- All cargo was taken to the Auckland International Airport for export to international destinations.
Education
6th And 7th Form English And Poetry
University of The South Pacific
Rarotonga04-1992
secondary school certificate -
Avondale College
12.1985
secondary school -
Wesley Intermediate
01.1983
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse Management
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Control
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Inspection
- Hazard Identification
- Load Calculation
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Equipment Maintenance
Placeofbirth
Saint Helens Hospital, Auckland City
Personal Information
- Title: Fork Hoist Operator
- Date of Birth: 02/07/1972
- Nationality: Cook Islands
- Driving License: 02V201538076
References
- Mankit Chow, East Pack Ltd, Cool Store Supervisor, 0272116127
- Rongomai Watson, East Pack Ltd, Cool Store Supervisor, 021557033
- Mr Willie Miria, Port Authority Cook Islands Manager, willie.miria@govt.ck, 682221921
- Mr Quinton Hubbard, Mainfreight Transport, Afternoon Shift Supervisor, 092595500
- Mr Graham Cowley, Mainfreight Transport, Afternoon Shift Supervisor, 092595500
- Mr Wayne Sargeant, Strait Freight Ltd, Auckland, 095702674
Hobbies and Interests
- Motorsports
- Spearfishing
- Fishing
- Fast Cars
- Fast Food
- Fast Women
- Fast Money
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Active Endorsements ltd - Forklift Operator Certificate -30/06/2022-30/06/2025-Certificate no.11753
Accomplishments
- Mainfreight Storeman of the year 2008.
- Mainfreight Runner up Storeman of the year 2009.
Custom
- Mr Mankit Chow from Eastpack Ltd - Mobile phone-0272116127
- Miss Rongomai Watson from Eastpack Ltd -Mobile phone - 021557033
- Mr Willie Miria from Port Authority Cook Islands - 682221921
- Mr Quinton Hubbard and Quinton Horn from Mainfreight Transport Auckland - 092595500
- Mr Graeme Cowley from Mainfreight Transport Auckland - 092595500
- Mr Wayne Sargeant from Strait freight Ltd or Strait NZ - 095702674
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cool Store Fork Hoist Operator
East Pack Limited
07.2022 - 07.2024
Tally Clerk
Port Authority Cook Islands
04.2019 - 09.2021
Container Fork Hoist Operator
Port Authority Cook Islands
12.2018 - 09.2021
Hospital Orderly / Security Attendant
Waikato District Health Board
01.2014 - 01.2015
Fork Hoist Operator
Strait Freight Transport Ltd
09.2011 - 09.2012
Fork Hoist Operator
Mainfreight Transport Auckland
04.2006 - 09.2011
Tugboat Captain
Port Authority Cook Islands
01.2002 - 01.2021
Forklift Operator
Owens Cool Air Ltd
01.2000 - 05.2000
6th And 7th Form English And Poetry
University of The South Pacific
secondary school certificate -
Avondale College
secondary school -
Wesley Intermediate
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