Chris Tapaitau
Auckland,AUK
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Total Access
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Reason For Leaving: Chris departed because he accepted a permanent position with promised advancement opportunities that were ultimately not fulfilled.
- Coordinate with project managers and subcontractors.
- Lead a team of scaffolders and delegate tasks effectively.
- Ensure that all scaffolding work is compliant with safety regulations and standards.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and provide necessary safety training.
- Oversee the quality of scaffold erection to ensure it meets standards and specifications.
- Manage the allocation of resources, including materials, equipment, and manpower.
- Address any challenges or issues that arise during scaffold erection or dismantling.
- Communicate with project managers, contractors, subcontractors, and safety inspectors.
- Keep records of scaffold inspections, safety training, incidents, or accidents that occurred on-site.
- Commercial steel, fiberglass, and aluminium scaffold.
- Commercial steel, fiberglass, and aluminium scaffold.
Team Leader
Summit Scaffolding
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Reason For Leaving: Chris fulfilled the contractual obligations by completing the assigned project.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with commercial clients.
- Understand their specific needs and preferences and ensure that scaffold installations meet their requirements and expectations.
- Work together with the estimating team to provide accurate quotes and proposals to potential clients.
- Obtain necessary permits and approvals for scaffold installations in compliance with local building codes, regulations, and zoning requirements.
- Ensure that all documentation is accurate, and organised.
- Implement thorough quality control measures to ensure that scaffold installation.
- Fletcher, Hobson St Commercial Centre.
- Fletcher, Hobson St Commercial Centre.
Owner Operator
CSJ Scaffolding Limited
02.2018 - 06.2021
- Reason For Leaving: Chris closed the business because of the COVID-19 pandemic and a lack of available work.
- Oversee all aspects of the scaffolding business, including financial management, budgeting, invoicing, and accounting.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, including construction companies, contractors, and project managers.
- Liaise with clients to negotiate contracts and pricing terms.
- Plan and organise scaffold installations, considering project timelines, logistics, and safety requirements.
- Design scaffold structures and configurations that meet project specifications, safety regulations, and industry standards.
- Ensure that all scaffold installations comply with relevant safety regulations, codes, and standards.
- Maintain high standards of quality in scaffold installations, ensuring that they meet client expectations and industry best practices.
- Schedule routine maintenance, repairs, and replacements as needed to keep equipment in optimal condition.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks and hazards associated with scaffold installations, such as unstable ground conditions, inclement weather, or working at height.
- Residential new builds, and commercial projects.
- Residential new builds, and commercial projects.
Advanced Scaffolder & Rigger
Bechtel
05.2016 - 02.2018
- Reason For Leaving: Chris opted to establish his own business in pursuit of a better work-life balance.
- Design, erect, and dismantle scaffolding structures according to engineering drawings, project specifications, and safety regulations.
- Rig and hoist materials, equipment, and components using various rigging techniques and equipment such as cranes, hoists, and pulleys.
- Ensure proper load calculations, weight distribution, and attachment methods to maintain safety and stability.
- Conduct thorough risk assessments and safety inspections to identify hazards and implement preventive measures.
- Supervise and mentor scaffolders and riggers, providing guidance, instruction, and support to ensure safe and efficient work practices.
- Utilise advanced rigging techniques such as multi-point suspensions, specialty lifting devices, and high-angle rigging for challenging lifting operations.
- Conduct regular rescue drills and training exercises to ensure readiness and preparedness to respond to emergencies effectively.
- FIFO oil rigs and gas projects on Curtis Island.
- FIFO oil rigs and gas projects on Curtis Island.
Contract & Shutdowns – Advanced Scaffolder
Monodelphous, ASAP Scaffolding, Giovenco
01.2013 - 12.2016
Leading Hand
UGL Limited
01.2011 - 12.2013
Scaffolder
Queensland Nickel
01.2009 - 12.2011
Labourer
Dawsons Centre Mines
01.2007 - 12.2009
Labourer
IPA Personnel Agencies
01.2006 - 12.2007
Labourer
Wako Scaffold
01.2005 - 12.2006
Education
High School Certificate -
Tetautua High School
Skills
- Quality mining service
- FIFO/Shutdown Work
- Quick Learner
- Ongoing training and development
- Personal presentation
- Flexible and adaptable
- After-hours work
- Weekend work
- Understanding of international cultures and customs
- Teamwork
- Fast-paced environment
- High-pressure environment
- Driving skills
- Self-motivated
- Positive attitude
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing games with his children.
- Relaxing watching a good movie.
- Spending time with his family.
Timeline
Team Leader
Total Access
01.2023 - 01.2024
Team Leader
Summit Scaffolding
06.2021 - 01.2023
Owner Operator
CSJ Scaffolding Limited
02.2018 - 06.2021
Advanced Scaffolder & Rigger
Bechtel
05.2016 - 02.2018
Contract & Shutdowns – Advanced Scaffolder
Monodelphous, ASAP Scaffolding, Giovenco
01.2013 - 12.2016
Leading Hand
UGL Limited
01.2011 - 12.2013
Scaffolder
Queensland Nickel
01.2009 - 12.2011
Labourer
Dawsons Centre Mines
01.2007 - 12.2009
Labourer
IPA Personnel Agencies
01.2006 - 12.2007
Labourer
Wako Scaffold
01.2005 - 12.2006
High School Certificate -
Tetautua High School