SAMU DOKONIVALU
Summary
Reliable and caring Youth Worker with experience supporting young people in residential care. Skilled in night monitoring, report writing, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and working well with teams. Committed to the wellbeing, safety, and positive development of children and young people.
Overview
5
5
Certifications
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Youth Worker - Casual Worker - Night
Oranga Tamariki - Ministry For Children
12.2024 - Current
- Monitor youth wellbeing during overnight hours and respond promptly to changing needs.
- Maintain a safe, calm environment by following house routines and behaviour guidelines.
- Document overnight observations, incidents, and support actions in clear daily records.
- Communicate handover details to incoming staff so care continues smoothly across shifts.
Plumber
Semtex
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Completed [number] plumbing repairs weekly to restore service quickly and limit repeat issues.
- Fixed plumbing systems and components, including leak detection, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting on residential and commercial jobs.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges in piping systems while maintaining alignment and secure fitment.
Plumber
Hanlon Plumbing
06.2017 - 05.2024
- Completed [number] plumbing repairs weekly to restore service across pipes, fixtures, and system components.
- Installed and aligned valves, hangers, supports, and flanges in copper, PVC, cast iron, and stainless steel piping systems.
- Interpreted blueprints to install new piping systems in line with local plumbing code requirements.
Plumbing Foreman
Focus Construction Company
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Installed copper, PVC, cast iron, and stainless steel piping systems to support reliable plumbing performance.
- Resolved complex plumbing issues through troubleshooting and leak detection across active job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints to guide accurate plumbing layouts and install work.
Building Maintenance Worker
Pacific Building Solutions
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Installed locks, door handles, and closers to improve building security and day-to-day function.
- Repaired worn building components to support a cleaner appearance and safer common spaces.
- Maintained clean, organized common areas while completing preventive maintenance tasks and equipment checks.
Kitchen Hand & Plumber
Matanivusi Eco Resort
04.2014 - 03.2016
- Washed dishes and maintained kitchen equipment to uphold cleanliness throughout daily service.
- Organized the work area and kept adequate supplies available to meet customer demand.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation, labeled and stored food items, and followed food safety procedures.
Maintenance / Plumbing Support
University of the South Pacific
11.2004 - 05.2014
- Installed and repaired piping systems for institutional facilities, including copper, PVC, cast iron, and stainless steel lines.
- Performed drainage system repairs and under-slab drainage installations to restore proper water flow and prevent recurring issues.
- Interpreted blueprints and applied plumbing code compliance standards during repair and installation work.
Education
Trade Certificate - Plumbing (Building Trade, Carpenter, and Block Laying)
Montfort Boys Town, Fiji01-2003
GED - undefined
Monfort Boys Towns
Montfort Boys Town, Fiji01-2003
High School Diploma - undefined
Cathedral Secondary
Fiji11-2000
Skills
- Youth support and care
- Observation and monitoring
- Record keeping and report writing
- Teamwork and communication
- Time management
- Attention to details
- Health and safety awareness
- Crisis response and problem-solving
- Night monitoring
Certification
Trade Certificate or Plumbing Class 2
Timeline
Residential Youth Worker - Casual Worker - Night
Oranga Tamariki - Ministry For Children
12.2024 - Current
Plumber
Semtex
07.2024 - 09.2024
Plumber
Hanlon Plumbing
06.2017 - 05.2024
Plumbing Foreman
Focus Construction Company
09.2016 - 05.2017
Building Maintenance Worker
Pacific Building Solutions
04.2016 - 08.2016
Kitchen Hand & Plumber
Matanivusi Eco Resort
04.2014 - 03.2016
Maintenance / Plumbing Support
University of the South Pacific
11.2004 - 05.2014
GED - undefined
Monfort Boys Towns
Trade Certificate - Plumbing (Building Trade, Carpenter, and Block Laying)
High School Diploma - undefined
Cathedral Secondary