JOSEPH MATA'UTIA
AUK
Summary
I am in my 4th year of studying a Bachelor of Civil Engineering at the University of Auckland. I am an active member of South Pacific Indigenous Engineering Students Association. I thrive on tackling new challenges to grow skill set in a working environment. My passion, commitment and values of service, respect and love allow me to achieve my goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Labourer
Carlton Party Hire
Papakura
01.2026 - Current
- Assembled and dismantled large-scale marquee structures by following technical plans and safety procedures
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate the installation of marquees under strict deadlines
- Resolving problems that may include delivery and pick-up delays, miscommunication or faulty equipment
Laborer
Civil + Build
Takanini
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted with civil construction activities, including site preparation, earthworks, concrete works, and installation of infrastructure components, while following project specifications
- Worked collaboratively with engineers, supervisors, and construction teams to identify site issues, improve workflows, and complete projects within deadlines
- Following the engineering standards to ensure tasks are completed safely
Kitchen Staff
McDonalds Airport
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Followed strict food safety and quality procedures while preparing and serving customer orders effectively
- Being able to work collaboratively with team members in a fast-paced environment
- Identified and resolved operational and customer issues by communicating with supervisors and overall adapting to different situations
Education
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons) -
University of Auckland
Auckland07-2026
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Hard-working and diligent
- Problem Solver
- Time management
- CAD
- Microsoft Suite
- C Programming
- Matlab
- Excel
Affiliations
- South Pacific Indigenous Engineering Students Association, Active member
- Athletes in Action Association, Active member
- Engineering Basketball Team, Member, 2022 - Present
Accomplishments
- Vaka Moana Scholarship Recipient, 2022
- Selected for Counties Manukau Basketball under 19's, 2022
- Selected for Auckland City Basketball under 17's, 2021
- General Excellence Award Winner, 2021
Volunteer Experience
- Youth Tutor, 01/01/24, Present, Tutored a group of students within the local community, ensuring that they are well prepared for upcoming exams in Physics, Chemistry, and English Literature.
- De La Salle College Basketball, 01/01/22, Present, Helped young students improve their basketball skills and taught important aspects of discipline, hard work, and diligence.
- Papatoetoe Night Markets, 12/01/24, 01/31/25, Volunteered 4 - 5 hours every Friday to assist a family business selling cultural cuisine.
Hobbies and Interests
- Quality Family Time
- Samoan Tradition
- Basketball
- Reading
- Music
- Church and Community activities
- Physical Activities
Timeline
Labourer
Carlton Party Hire
01.2026 - Current
Laborer
Civil + Build
11.2025 - 12.2025
Kitchen Staff
McDonalds Airport
11.2022 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons) -
University of Auckland