Ulata Alu
AUK
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with a background at Selwyn Village, adept in patient care and heavy lifting. Excelled in reducing packing errors by over 30% at Brinks Chicken, showcasing exceptional time management and attention to detail. Proven track record in enhancing patient and customer experiences through effective communication and care monitoring.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Selwyn Village
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Supported patients'' physical therapy goals through guided exercises and range of motion activities.
- Improved patient care delivery by contributing to development of patient care plans.
Deli Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
02.2019 - Current
- Managed supply chain functions for deli supplies, ingredients and merchandise.
- Maintained an organized workspace, facilitating efficient workflow and reduced preparation time.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring product freshness and implementing proper rotation practices.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated deli staff to align compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained new team members on deli procedures, ensuring consistency in product quality and service levels.
- Collaborated with store management to achieve overall operational goals, contributing to store success.
Cabinet Maker
Peter Hay
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Maintained safe and organized workspace to minimize risk of injury.
- Blueprint design understanding
- Inspected completed cabinets for quality assurance.
- Repaired and maintained equipment for optimal function and usage.
- Repaired cabinets and cabinet parts.
- Assembled cabinet components using glue and mechanical fasteners to create strong, durable products.
Picking Packer
Brinks Chicken
01.2018 - 02.2018
- Reduced packing errors by consistently double-checking orders and ensuring correct items were included.
- Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage, or shipment off-site.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to safety protocols and reducing workplace accidents.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Exceeded daily performance targets through efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.
Education
Anoamaa College
Samoan Best Training University
Auckland, AUKEvan’s High School
Australia Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Attention to detail
- Observing responses
- Preparing meals
- Care monitoring
- Documenting behaviors
- Support services
- Heavy lifting
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Room cleaning and restocking
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
- Supervised team of Number staff members.
Languages
English
Limited Working
Samoan
Full Professional
Timeline
Deli Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
02.2019 - Current
Picking Packer
Brinks Chicken
01.2018 - 02.2018
Cabinet Maker
Peter Hay
02.2016 - 05.2018
Health Care Assistant
Selwyn Village
Anoamaa College
Best Training University
Evan’s High School
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