Kingston Taulapapa
Henderson,AUK
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience, excelling in team environments and labor intensive projects within Civil and Roading industries. Proven ability to operate heavy machinery and enforce safety protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment. Recognised for effective communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring project success and adherence to specifications.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor/Operator/Laborer
KohuBroz Ltd
Tuai, Hawke’s Bay
09.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained team members on proper equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain site/project standards and consistency.
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers on construction sites.
- Conducted team meetings to communicate updates and address operational challenges.
- Enforced compliance with health and safety regulations throughout the workplace.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Read and interpreted specifications and construction plans/drawings to determine best techniques to complete each job.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Injury
ACC/WINZ
Hawkes bay
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Underwent surgery and rehabilitation to ensure proper recovery was met
Laborer/Operator/Concreter/Traffic Controller
Quality Roading and Services
Wairoa, Hawke’s Bay
02.2022 - 12.2024
- Operated heavy machinery for road construction and maintenance projects.
- Assisted in site preparation and material handling tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work practices on-site.
- Prepared and finished concrete surfaces both residential and industrial to meet project specifications.
- Developed understanding of blueprints or construction drawings to ensure project is accurately completed.
- Coordinated traffic flow to ensure safety and efficiency on work sites.
- Communicated with team members to relay instructions and updates effectively.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
Education
Western Springs College
Western Springs , AUKSkills
- Levelling Equipment operation (laser etc)
- Quality control
- Team supervision
- Safety enforcement
- Traffic management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Collaboration skills
- Understanding of construction plans/drawings
- Physically fit and alert
- Heavy Machinery Operator(R,T,W endorsed)
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Reliable and punctual with excellent time management
- Maintain or work towards an uplifting workplace
- Extensive labor experience
Certification
- Class 1 Full
- RTW ENDORSEMENT
- Chainsaw Qualified
- Traffic controller
- NCEA levels 1,2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supervisor/Operator/Laborer
KohuBroz Ltd
09.2025 - Current
Injury
ACC/WINZ
01.2025 - 09.2025
Laborer/Operator/Concreter/Traffic Controller
Quality Roading and Services
02.2022 - 12.2024
Western Springs College