Atunaisa Turagabeci
Charmhaven,New South Wales
Summary
I Atunaisa Turagabeci am a Fijian born man that is a hardworking and passionate about my work.
currently I work for Lake Macquarie City council as a general works assistant.
I wish to apply for the operational works assistant maintenance position.
I believe since starting at council I have proved myself to be punctual, reliable, have accepted any job, training or challenge asked of me.
I have also continued to update my first aid training.
* A mature team worker and adaptable to all challenging situations.
* Able to work well both in a team environment as well as using my own initiative when and where its needed.
*Capable of working well under pressure and adhering to strict deadlines.
* believe with all my previous experience I have a lot to offer and bring with me to this position.
In my own personal life I have been successful in almost anything I have done.
I have played football at both local and State levels and have been able to keep fit and healthy.
I also have a current WWCC and National police check.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Labourer
Warrent Haslam
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Operated diverse manual and power tools to cut and shape concrete to required specifications.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Used a range of equipment including laser levels, string line, hand level, jack hammer, sledge hammer, nail guns, screw guns.
Plumber Labourer
Amindos
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Unblocking and searching for blockages in drain and sewer using an electric eel.
Lake Macquarie City Council
Government
07.2023 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Enhanced project efficiency by accurately estimating and ordering materials for concrete projects.
- Maintained safe work environments by implementing and enforcing strict safety protocols during concrete operations.
- Improved durability of finished structures by ensuring proper concrete placement, curing techniques, and reinforcement methods were utilized consistently.
- Enhanced worksite organization by maintaining clean and organized work areas throughout the entire construction process.
- Gained proficiency in operating a variety of concrete equipment such as mixers, pumps, trowels, vibrators, screeds, among others for optimal productivity on job sites.
- Achieved smoother finishes with expertly applied finishing techniques such as broom finishing or hand trowelling on various surfaces like kerb and gutter or sidewalks.
- Supported team cohesion through effective communication skills while working alongside fellow concreters and others on shared projects.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Mixed cement for standard, volumetric, or pervious concrete.
- Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
Demolition Labourer
CJE Excavation
10.2020 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Assembled and disassembled scaffolding and ladders to guarantee safety of workers while performing tasks at heights.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
Tree Lopper Groundsmen/Fencer and Concrete Laborer
Aila The Tree Guy
02.2018 - 10.2020
- Followed safety regulations and company procedures to safeguard personnel and equipment.
- Pruned and trimmed trees to promote healthy growth and improve aesthetics.
- Prepped trimming tools by sharpening shears, grinders, and saw teeth.
- Maintained and operated chainsaws and chippers to reduce safety hazards and support productivity.
- Removed dead and excess branches from trees.
- Assisted with removal of hazardous trees, safely cutting limbs and removing trunks.
- Chopped and trimmed trees and operated chipping equipment for limbs.
- Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care.
- Repaired broken fence panels and post braces for customers and checked for any additional damage.
- Prepared sites and yards before installing fences by removing debris and rocks.
- Utilized plumb bobs and levels to align posts for proper installation and high-quality completed work.
- Loaded trucks with fencing materials prior to each shift and unloaded all items upon arrival at job sites.
- Met customer needs by consulting project documentation to achieve proper marking of fence lines and pole locations.
- Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
- Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
- Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
Education
Basden College
Suva, Fiji11.2012
Skills
- Concrete Drills
- Concrete Finishing Brushes
- Concrete Formwork
- Concrete Vibrators
- Concrete Leveling
- Decision-Making
- Tree Pruning and Removal
- General Housekeeping
- Worksite Safety and Maintenance
- Asbestos Removal
- Power Saws
- Physical Labour
Timeline
Lake Macquarie City Council
Government
07.2023 - Current
Demolition Labourer
CJE Excavation
10.2020 - 06.2023
Tree Lopper Groundsmen/Fencer and Concrete Laborer
Aila The Tree Guy
02.2018 - 10.2020
Concrete Labourer
Warrent Haslam
Plumber Labourer
Amindos
Basden College
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