Ofeina Kaumavae
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Storeman
H.J. Asmuss Ltd
Drury, Auckland
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Carried out manual handling tasks such as lifting up to 25kgs safely.
- Coordinated receipt of stock deliveries, inspected incoming equipment to spot damaged or incomplete shipments and promptly and definitively resolved issues identified.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Ensured all paperwork was completed accurately prior to dispatch of goods.
- Cleaned equipment, tools and work surfaces regularly to maintain hygiene standards.
- Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
- Identified order discrepancies and damaged items and notified supervisor.
Bus Driver
Bus Services Tonga
, Tonga
04.2021 - 12.2023
- Operated bus professionally and interacted with passengers to foster pleasant rides.
- Maintained vehicle safety by monitoring, instructing and correcting passengers.
- Provided courteous customer service while answering questions regarding routes and schedules.
- Kept vehicles in good working order by maintaining fluid levels and reporting major mechanical problems.
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
Barber
Cut Creations Barbershop
Flatbush, Auckland
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Met with customers to discuss style preferences and special requirements before treatment.
- Utilized diverse knowledge to style hair as requested.
- Sanitized workstations and salon equipment to reduce risk of infection.
- Trimmed and styled hair for weddings and special occasions to help clients look and feel best on big day.
- Kept up to date on new trends in men's hairstyles and facial hair designs.
- Communicated effectively with customers to create a pleasant experience.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries or complaints.
Temp Auxiliary Worker
Auckland Meat Processor
Otahuhu, Auckland
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficiency during peak hours.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Followed safety protocols when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Concrete/Brick Layer
Ma Constructions (Tonga)
, Tonga
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Cleaned masonry surfaces before applying new coatings or treatments.
- Removed debris from work area at the end of each day's activities.
- Acquired and maintained high skill level in construction, alteration, repair and maintenance of masonry structures and surfaces.
- Used trowel edges and hammers to break or cut brick and tiles to size.
- Assisted other tradespeople such as carpenters, electricians, when necessary.
- Used mechanical cement-mixing equipment or hand tools to prepare cement for use.
Barbershop Manager
Tokohood Barbershop
, Tonga
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Met with customers to discuss style preferences and special requirements before treatment.
- Followed trends in hairstyling techniques to increase customer satisfaction and attract new demographics.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Organized employee schedules and assigned tasks appropriately.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Responded to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
- Analyzed financial reports and identified areas of improvement for profitability.
Farmer
Self-employed
, Tonga
01.2010 - 08.2016
- Sowed seeds, planted seedlings, and transplanted crops by hand or with mechanized equipment.
- Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
- Irrigated crops manually
- Loaded agricultural products into trucks to deliver products to markets or storage facilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liahona High School
Tongatapu12-2008
Skills
- Gantry Crane operation
- Customer service
- Time management
- Packing and crating
- Shipment preparation
- Warehouse safety
- Heavy lifting
- Certified forklift driver
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Barbering
- Spending time with my family
References
Available upon request
Certification
- Forklift License valid till 2026
- Gantry Crane License Valid till 2026
Languages
English
Limited
Tonga
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse Storeman
H.J. Asmuss Ltd
05.2023 - 03.2025
Barber
Cut Creations Barbershop
04.2023 - 05.2023
Temp Auxiliary Worker
Auckland Meat Processor
04.2023 - 04.2023
Bus Driver
Bus Services Tonga
04.2021 - 12.2023
Concrete/Brick Layer
Ma Constructions (Tonga)
05.2020 - 04.2021
Barbershop Manager
Tokohood Barbershop
04.2019 - 04.2020
Farmer
Self-employed
01.2010 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Liahona High School
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