Joshua Potter Tiotala
Auckland,AUK
Summary
I am an enthusiastic and energetic worker who enjoys busy working environments. I am experienced on worksites and excel in safety management and hazard identification. I am a team player and able to work collaboratively with others, including implementing effective heavy lifting techniques and ensuring a secure workplace. I am safety aware and a proactive problem-solver.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laborer
NZ Labour Hire
Birkenhead, Auckland
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Worked at various construction jobs as assigned by management, including the Ikea build at Sylvia Park
- Reported observed safety violations to supervisors or other appropriate personnel.
- Provided guidance to workers on proper use of equipment and tools.
- Kept accurate records of hours worked by laborers at the worksite.
- Advised workers on correct methods of lifting heavy objects safely.
- Maintained records of daily activities and report any issues or incidents to management.
- Observed work operations to detect potential hazards and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Ensured that all tools and materials used were properly stored when not in use.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
Civil Pipe Laying
JD CIVIL
Northlakes, Brisbane
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Worked with a team laying electrical pipes on both industrial and residential worksites.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Waterproofer
Andy's Waterproofing
Northlakes, Brisbane
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Repaired existing waterproofing systems by patching or replacing worn out or damaged components.
- Sealed gaps between adjoining building elements with caulking compounds or sealants.
- Applied coatings, membranes and sealants to walls, floors and other structures in order to prevent water penetration.
- Cleaned up work areas following completion of each job.
- Performed surface preparation tasks such as cleaning, sanding and priming surfaces prior to application of waterproofing materials.
- Utilized various hand tools such as trowels, brushes, rollers, caulking guns and sprayers for applying waterproofing materials.
- Inspected buildings and structures to determine waterproofing requirements.
- Tested applied coatings for air tightness using smoke tests or pressure gauges.
- Performed demolitions, installed remodeling products according to company standards and procedures and learned finishing work for installations and remodels.
- Removed debris, garbage and dangerous materials from sites and assembled and broke down ladder equipment.
- Prepared construction sites, materials and tools for specific projects and loaded and unloaded equipment and products.
- Moved construction materials by hand or various transport methods.
Education
Pine Rivers State High School
BrisbaneSkills
- Safety management
- Equipment operation
- Heavy lifting techniques
- Record keeping
- Hazard identification
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Ladder safety
- Job site cleanup
- Job site safety
Certification
Certificates
- Elevated work platform
23962 (EWP) (V3)
23966 (V3)
23960 (EWP) (V3)
- Certificate 2 in rail infrastructure
Licenses
- NZ Restricted Drivers License
Timeline
Laborer
NZ Labour Hire
01.2025 - 06.2025
Civil Pipe Laying
JD CIVIL
06.2023 - 01.2025
Waterproofer
Andy's Waterproofing
01.2022 - 06.2024
Pine Rivers State High School