Siope ' Ataongo
Mangere East
Summary
Experienced in the demolition industry for nearly a decade, with expertise in executing projects within and around Auckland. Valuable asset to the demolition team as an Excavator Operator, proficiently operating a diverse range of excavators on complex assignments. Thrives in collaborative environments and derives immense satisfaction from delivering high-quality work.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator & Site Foreman
Union Demolition/Kiwi Waste
06.2017 - Current
- Highly confident in using, detaching and attaching demolition specific attachment’s (hydraulic shears, breakers, grabs, pulverisers, rock bucket, sieve bucket, wide bucket, picks).
- Site clearance and Material Handling, that is separating bricks concrete soil, general rubbish, removing scraps from rubbish. Sorting out iron, timbers and joists.
- Worked safely and efficiently around structures, services and live sites. Recent places- Owairaka District school 200ml scrape with contaminated soil. De La Salle College with a sewage line running underneath the classrooms. Westlake Boys was a one week job that took me three days to complete successfully, with no zero damages.
- Communicating effectively with SM with what I need on site etc. organisations of trucks, fuel and other tools needed for the next day. Easy communication with Director about site updates/progress.
- Experienced in asbestos removal. Able to identify asbestos by hand and machine easily etc. by doing soil scrapes, burnt houses, contaminated concrete, contaminated landfills, and other contaminated related places.
- Understanding of Safe Work Practises in demolition and heavy machinery operation, that is, not working alone and always working together as a team especially in high profile places.
- Pride in taking care after each time I use the excavator- daily. Making sure hydraulic is topped up, fuel is always at full, checking for leaks around the machine. Daily grease, making sure machine is operating at an optimal level.
- Team oriented mindset- Making sure I am approachable amongst my team colleagues, and I follow instructions and work along guidelines.
- Strong work ethic, every challenge is something I can learn about myself and grow to become a better operator.
- Reliable to lead a site by allocating workers to their jobs and maintaining deadlines making sure sight is in a flow, while deescalating any minor inconveniences.
Handyman
(Unknown company name)
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Contributed to structural modifications at a 600-700 room housing project through drilling and material extraction.
- Breaking out concrete walkways, timber cutting.
Indoor freezer and packaging
Big Chill Distributions
- Managed diverse range of FMCG products, from cartons to pallets, for efficient transportation.
- Managed communication with truck drivers for package updates.
- Established safety protocols when operating heavy machinery.
Cleaning
OCS
03.2015 - 07.2017
- Specialized in deep cleaning services including carpets, upholstery, and floors.
- Performed comprehensive cleaning of office spaces and real estate properties.
- Conducted biweekly stock orders to maintain adequate cleaning supply levels.
- Distributed chemical usage exclusively to cleaners for employee and public safety.
Pacific Warden (volunteer work)
Henderson Police
12.2013 - 04.2014
- Honored with Service Award for exceptional volunteer contributions.
- Monitored high-risk suburban zones.
- Experienced in using walkie-talkies for communication with law enforcement.
- Engaged in community and family events, including Te Atatu Peninsula Day and Family Fun Day.
Education
Bachelor of Sport Exercise and Recreation -
Unitec
Mt Albert11.2019
Bachelor of Sports and Health -
Auckland University of Technology
Northcote, Auckland11.2014
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Team-oriented mindset
- Physical Stamina
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Ability to adapt on-site
- Time management meeting project deadlines
- Safe Asbestos removal
- Site clearing
- Excavations
- Drilling
- Recycling/Salvage
- Detail oriented
Certification
Full Drivers License, 1
WTR endorsement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tonga
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Handyman
(Unknown company name)
09.2017 - 12.2017
Operator & Site Foreman
Union Demolition/Kiwi Waste
06.2017 - Current
Cleaning
OCS
03.2015 - 07.2017
Pacific Warden (volunteer work)
Henderson Police
12.2013 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Sports and Health -
Auckland University of Technology
Full Drivers License, 1
WTR endorsement
Indoor freezer and packaging
Big Chill Distributions
Bachelor of Sport Exercise and Recreation -
Unitec
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