Takai Tauaika
Mt Wellington,New Zealand
Summary
Punctual and experienced corrections officer with proven leadership and conflict resolution skills at Mt. Eden Corrections Facility. Expert in tactical response coordination and effective communication, ensuring safety and order. Committed to fostering a team-oriented culture while mentoring staff and supporting prisoner rehabilitation, consistently achieving operational excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SERT - Site Emergency Response Team
Corrections Officer, Mt Eden Corrections Facility
02.2023 - Current
- Senior Corrections Officer (SCO)
- Conduct high-risk security sweeps to detect contraband, and maintain facility integrity.
- Provide support and perimeter control during critical incidents and transfers.
- Plan and execute a tactical response in collaboration with the command staff.
- Maintain peak physical fitness and tactical readiness through regular training drills.
- Supported intelligence-led operations, and assisted in crisis management efforts.
- Demonstrate discipline, teamwork, and control under high-pressure conditions.
- Lead vehicle checkpoints to monitor and control facility access.
- Managed interactions with public visitors, contractors, and staff at entry points.
- Inspected vehicles and personal belongings for contraband or security risks.
- Arrested, detained, and excluded unauthorized individuals, or those in possession of contraband.
- Operate specialized equipment, including restraints, shields, and protective gear.
Corrections Officer
Mt Eden Corrections Facility
Auckland
02.2021 - Current
- Supervised and monitored inmates to maintain safety, security, and order within the facility.
- Conducted routine headcounts, cell searches, and security inspections.
- Enforced facility rules, behavioral standards, and disciplinary procedures.
- Responded effectively to emergencies, disturbances, and critical incidents.
- Escorted inmates to court, medical appointments, and off-site locations.
- Prepared accurate reports on incidents, inmate movements, and behaviors.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by providing guidance and structured routines.
- Controlled access to restricted areas, and conducted contraband prevention checks.
- Maintained clear, professional communication with inmates, staff, and external agencies.
- Participated in ongoing training to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
Storeman
Foodstuffs
Auckland
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Health and Safety Awareness. Follow strict H&S procedures handling stock and operating equipment to reduce risk and hazards
- Teamwork and communication with supervisors, deliveries, and team members to coordinate stock movement and deadlines.
- Attention to detail by monitoring stock levels and the accuracy of orders to reduce errors requiring observational skills.
- Work under pressure, and problem solve. Unexpected challenges, like stock shortages, delays, or equipment issues, require quick thinking and calm action under pressure.
Teacher
Tailulu College
Tonga
01.2012 - 12.2017
- People development and create high team engagement
- Excellent report writing and administration skills
- Establish and enforce rules for behaviour, policies and procedures to maintain order.
- Influence, motivate and support students and colleagues
- Engage in Regular staff and department meetings. As well as one to one Student and Parent Teacher meetings
- Administer and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student
Education
Kaitiaki Award -
MECF
01.2014
Initial Teaching Certificate - Geography, Biology
Tongan Institute of Education
Tonga01.2014
Associate of Arts - History Major
Lavengamalie Christian University
Tonga01.2009
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Conflict resolution
- De-escalation techniques
- Effective communication
- Incident review
- Tactical response coordination
- Behavioral analysis
- Time management
- Compliance management
Languages
English
Professional
Tongan
Professional
Certification
- SERT (Site Emergency Response Team) Member
- Offender Management Level 4
- Offender Management Level 3
- Kaitiaki Award Recipient
- First Aid & Fire Safety Certificate
- Correctional Officer
References
- Amand Chand, Principal Corrections Officer, SERT Team, MECF, Aman.Chand@corrections.govt.nz
- Mukhtar Ali, Security Manager, MECF, Mukhtar.Ali@corrections.govt.nz
Timeline
SERT - Site Emergency Response Team
Corrections Officer, Mt Eden Corrections Facility
02.2023 - Current
Corrections Officer
Mt Eden Corrections Facility
02.2021 - Current
Storeman
Foodstuffs
10.2018 - 01.2021
Teacher
Tailulu College
01.2012 - 12.2017
Kaitiaki Award -
MECF
Initial Teaching Certificate - Geography, Biology
Tongan Institute of Education
Associate of Arts - History Major
Lavengamalie Christian University