KJ Ace Reagan Chales Kolisi
Palmerston North,HKB
Summary
Hardworking, reliable, and motivated individual who relocated from Samoa to New Zealand in 2025. Has previous experience working in packhouse environments and understands the importance of teamwork, attention to detail, and following workplace instructions. Willing to learn new skills, adapt to new environments, and take on different responsibilities. Seeking employment opportunities where a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to quality can contribute to the success of the team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Packhouse Worker
Matapou Packhouse
Hastings , Hawke’s Bay
01.2025 - 08.2026
- Supported fruit packing operations and product quality checks.
- Assisted with sorting, grading, packing, and stacking fruit as required.
- Worked as part of a team in a busy production environment.
- Followed instructions to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Maintained a focus on teamwork, reliability, and workplace safety.
- Supported team members during fast-paced packhouse shifts.
- Followed safety procedures throughout daily packhouse operations.
- Organized work area at end of shift to ensure it is ready for next day's production run.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and accommodations for staff members.
Packhouse Worker
T&G Packhouse
01.2025 - 04.2026
- Assisted with handling, sorting, grading, and packing fruit to meet quality standards.
- Helped prepare fruit for distribution.
- Worked with team members to support daily production targets.
- Followed workplace instructions and health and safety procedures.
- Helped maintain a clean, tidy, and organised
- Sorted fresh produce for packing at T&G Packhouse.
- Packed fruit into cartons following packhouse quality standards.
- Checked produce for defects during packing line work.
- Stacked cartons onto pallets for cold storage handling.
- Cleaned workstations and equipment to support food safety.
- Supported team members during fast-paced packhouse shifts.
- Handled crates and packaging materials across production areas.
- Followed safety procedures throughout daily packhouse operations.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, checking supplies, and ensuring proper operation of machinery.
- Organized work area at end of shift to ensure it is ready for next day's production run.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress of projects and completed tasks.
- Established professional working relationships with staff from various levels.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries, resolving complaints, and addressing issues in a timely manner.
- Trained new employees on safe operating procedures for all machines used in the facility.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve issues during manufacturing operations.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy machinery to load and unload materials.
- Assisted with installing new products or systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Inspected outgoing shipments for accuracy before dispatching from warehouse.
- Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information or respond to requests.
- Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.
- Maintained and updated filing, inventory and database systems, manually or using computer.
- Operated photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines and personal computers.
- Delivered messages and ran errands.
- Computed, recorded and proofread data or reports.
Plumber Pipefitter
Tight Plumbing and Construction Samoa
Siusega , Apia
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Installed plumbing pipes, fittings, and fixtures for construction projects.
- Measured pipe layouts and marked lines for accurate installation.
- Cut, threaded, and joined pipes using hand and power tools.
- Tested water lines for leaks and pressure issues.
- Repaired damaged plumbing systems in homes and work sites.
- Read construction plans and followed plumbing specifications.
- Maintained tools, equipment, and job site safety standards.
- Replaced broken drain lines using appropriate materials such as copper tubing or PVC piping.
- Connected pipes to gas meters, regulators, and appliances such as stoves and water heaters according to local codes.
- Diagnosed problems with plumbing systems by listening for leaks; inspecting exposed pipes; testing pressure gauges; running diagnostic tests.
- Installed and maintained water supply systems, including pumps, valves, piping, tanks, fixtures, and other related equipment.
- Assembled valves and hangers for new installations and repaired existing ones.
- Determined the location of existing underground utilities prior to excavation work.
- Maintained records of all repairs made on equipment including parts used.
- Installed backflow preventers in accordance with state regulations.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate piping systems. in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings using power saws or hand tools.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as washers, gaskets, and seals in plumbing system components.
- Assisted in the installation of boilers and other large-scale plumbing projects.
- Tested pipe systems for proper functioning after installation or repair.
- Provided technical advice regarding design specifications for new installations.
- Fabricated and assembled pipe sections for steam and hot-water heating systems.
- Read blueprints to determine layout of plumbing systems; identify required materials; measure distances between cutting points; calculate angles for connections.
- Observed safety precautions while working with hazardous chemicals.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on industry changes.
- Constructed water distribution systems from blueprints.
- Conducted routine inspections of plumbing systems to ensure they are properly functioning.
- Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
- Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Troubleshot plumbing issues using alternative methods during emergencies.
- Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
- Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
- Recommended measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
- Prepared project bids and gathered parts, labor and equipment needed for projects.
- Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
- Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Inspected plumbing installations to identify leaks and ensure proper function. to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
Education
National University of Samoa
SamoaSaint Joseph's College
SamoaSkills
- Teamwork and Collaboration – Works cooperatively with others to achieve shared goals
- Attention to Detail – Focuses on completing tasks carefully and maintaining quality standards
- Reliability and Punctuality – Understands the importance of arriving on time and completing assigned duties
- Following Instructions – Able to listen to instructions and follow workplace procedures
- Physical Work Readiness – Prepared for practical, hands-on tasks in busy work environments
- Health and Safety Awareness – Understands the importance of following workplace safety requirements
- Adaptability – Willing to learn new tasks and adjust to changing work demands
- Positive Work Attitude – Motivated to contribute to the team and complete work to a good standard
- Pipe installation
- Blueprint reading
- Pressure testing
- Backflow prevention
- Project estimating
- Materials ordering
- Job site safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Crew supervision
- Customer communication
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Pipe fitting
- Pipe cutting
- Pipe tapping
- Drain cleaning
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Plumbing Certificate
Timeline
Packhouse Worker
Matapou Packhouse
01.2025 - 08.2026
Packhouse Worker
T&G Packhouse
01.2025 - 04.2026
Plumber Pipefitter
Tight Plumbing and Construction Samoa
03.2024 - 02.2025
National University of Samoa
Saint Joseph's College