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KARANEIHANA (KARA) PETERA

Perth

Summary

Motivated and reliable logistics professional, recently relocated from New Zealand to Australia, with hands-on experience in distribution, logging, manufacturing, and container unloading. Skilled in physically demanding, fast-paced environments with a proven track record in safety, operational efficiency, teamwork, and problem-solving. Highly adaptable and eager to expand skills across diverse industries while contributing positively to team objectives. Committed to delivering results and growing with an organisation that values dedication and initiative.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Container Unloader

Young Guns
08.2025 - Current
  • Safely unload shipping containers using manual handling techniques and equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Conduct pre-unloading inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
  • Sort, stack, and stage goods according to type, size, and fragility for efficient warehouse processing.
  • Verify and log inventory against manifests using scanning tools or manual records.
  • Collaborate with warehouse teams to maintain clear pathways and organised unloading zones.
  • Report damaged goods and discrepancies promptly to supervisors.
  • Perform post-unloading cleanup and container closure procedures.

Log Scaler & Processor

C3 Limited
02.2023 - 06.2025
  • Contributed to safety initiatives within the workplace, promoting proper handling techniques while working with heavy logs and machinery.
  • Collaborated with other scalers to verify the accuracy of measurements, ensuring reliable results for stakeholders.
  • Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks to ensure accurate data collection and prevent measurement discrepancies.
  • Inspected logs to ascertain characteristics or defects such as water damage, splits, knots, broken ends, rotten areas, twists, and curves.
  • Identified logs of substandard or special grade to return to shippers to be regraded, recut or transferred for other processing.
  • Received and reviewed incoming documents and materials.

Machine Operator

Joel Patuwai – Carter Holt Harvey
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.

Food and Customer Service Team Member

Kentucky Fried Chicken
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Delivered consistent and positive customer experiences by following staff performance and service standards.
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work area to conform with health codes.
  • Followed food and safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.

Education

High School -

Bream Bay High School
Bream Bay, NZ

Skills

  • Container unloading & warehouse operations
  • Machinery operations (forklifts, log processors)
  • Inventory management & quality control
  • Workplace safety & hazard identification
  • Problem solving & adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • Good communication
  • Reliability and transport to and from work
  • Heavy lifting proficiency
  • Warehouse safety
  • Loading and unloading
  • Pallet jack handling

Timeline

Container Unloader

Young Guns
08.2025 - Current

Log Scaler & Processor

C3 Limited
02.2023 - 06.2025

Machine Operator

Joel Patuwai – Carter Holt Harvey
02.2022 - 12.2022

Food and Customer Service Team Member

Kentucky Fried Chicken
01.2021 - 12.2021

High School -

Bream Bay High School

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