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Kaia Te Kani

Summary

As noted my name is Kaia Samuel Te Kani, 29yrs old quick-thinking Supervisor recognized for success in guiding teams and boosting performance. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue and conflict resolution skills to drive team and organizational success. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement and inventory control. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.



Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Site Traffic Management Supervisor

Traffic Management New Zealand
  • Loading Work trucks with adeqaute equipment to complete upcoming task.
  • Arrange and order relevant equipment working alongside local RCA to complete work space requirements.
  • Filing daily spreadsheets to local Traffic Management Co-Originators
  • Arranging Teams to assign to relevant work sites where required.

Construction Foreman

Hickeys Construction LTD
11.2023 - 01.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Arranged machinery and materials
  • Operated machinery


Construction Foreman

Maxbuild Ltd
01.2023 - 11.2023

As Foreman working at maxbuild LTD my roles from arrival to departure at the company were as follows.


  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Reduced safety incidents by implementing and enforcing strict safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Verified and submitted team timesheets.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
  • Overseen the installation and operation of Traffic Management plans delegated for specific site set up.
  • Engage with Co-workers on a daily basis regarding Pre-Starts, Tool boxes, Safety requirements and emergency protocols.
  • Operate heavy machinery when and where Required.
  • Safety site checks done on all crews operating within the region of works taking place as per road contracting authorities terms and conditions.


The basis of works implemented for the company were as follows.


  • Gabion Wall Installations (Slip Preventions)
  • Retaining Walls (Slip Preventions)
  • Bridge Maintenance and Structural Repairs
  • Gantries Maintenance
  • Stock Take


Whilst working at the company my role was to complete delegated jobs within specialised time frames working along side Operations manager, Project managers and site engineers to maximize profit for the company accordingly while implementing all Site Safety specifications as required.


Education

High School Diploma -

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Mokoia, NZ

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Staff Management
  • Employee Motivation
  • Processes and procedures
  • Process Monitoring and Improvement
  • Priority management
  • Financial Management
  • Business Development
  • Audit reporting

Certification

  • Site Safe
  • STMS Cat A and B
  • Diploma in health and fitness
  • Class 4L drivers licence
  • Scaffolding tickets
  • Elevated work Platform
  • Working at heights

Timeline

Construction Foreman

Hickeys Construction LTD
11.2023 - 01.2024

Construction Foreman

Maxbuild Ltd
01.2023 - 11.2023

Site Traffic Management Supervisor

Traffic Management New Zealand

High School Diploma -

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Kaia Te Kani