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Maikeli Tupou

Tiwi Islands,NT

Summary

Versatile and dedicated professional with extensive experience across construction, farm work, general maintenance, and boarding house management. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and hands-on skills in diverse environments, from building and maintenance tasks to agricultural support and caring for boarding students. Proven ability to manage complex projects, perform routine and emergency maintenance, and create a supportive and safe environment for students. Highly skilled in problem-solving, teamwork, and adapting to various roles and responsibilities, with a track record of contributing effectively to team goals and ensuring high standards of care and operational efficiency.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Boarding House Parent

Tiwi College
01.2023 - Current
  • Supervised and provided daily care for boarding students, ensuring their well-being and safety.
  • Acted as a mentor and role model, offering guidance and support in various aspects of students' lives.
  • Monitored academic progress and worked closely with teachers and parents to support educational goals.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior, and incidents.
  • Managed student schedules, including extracurricular activities and appointments.
  • Coordinated health and hygiene practices, including managing medical needs and administering medication.
  • Communicated regularly with parents, teachers, and staff to keep them informed about students’ progress.
  • Organized and supervised recreational and cultural activities to enhance students’ development.
  • Enforced house rules and provided conflict resolution and counseling.
  • Conducted cleaning and maintenance of common areas, managed laundry duties, and prepared meals.
  • Developed and implemented emergency plans and procedures.

Formworker

BKH Group
01.2020 - 12.2022

As above

  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
  • Supervised apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
  • Assembled durable, high-quality structures by working with forming systems, hand tools and range of equipment.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Concrete Worker

TCS
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality and code standards.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Routinely lifted and moved items
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Mixed, spread and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Leveled, smoothed and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
  • Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel and asphalt.
  • Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
  • Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
  • Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting to move job materials.
  • Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.

Construction Worker

Kiwi Tonga
01.2013 - 11.2017
  • Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
  • Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
  • Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
  • Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
  • Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
  • Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
  • Attended safety trainings and workshops offered by employer, bolstering overall knowledge of appropriate measures and determining areas requiring improvement.
  • Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Helped successfully complete large project ahead of schedule.
  • Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.

Boat Crew Member

Uliti Uata Shipping
01.2008 - 12.2012
  • Professionally managed emergency situations, road closures and inclement weather conditions.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Grounds Person/farming

Vaini Town Council, Tonga
01.2004 - 12.2007
  • Assisted in planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops, following seasonal schedules and instructions.
  • Fed, watered, and monitored the health of livestock, including cattle, pigs, or poultry.
  • Operated and maintained farm machinery and tools, such as tractors, plows, and harvesters.
  • Prepared fields for planting, including tilling soil, applying fertilizers, and managing irrigation systems.
  • Identified and managed weeds and pests through manual removal or application of treatments.
  • Performed various farm tasks as needed, including fence repair, building maintenance, and cleaning farm facilities.
  • Mowed lawns, trimmed hedges, and maintained garden beds to ensure a well-kept appearance of grounds.
  • Planted flowers, shrubs, and trees; pruned and cared for existing plants to promote healthy growth.
  • Cleared debris, leaves, and litter from grounds; ensured pathways and outdoor areas were clean and safe.
  • Operated and maintained irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of plants and lawns.
  • Used and cared for maintenance tools and equipment, including lawnmowers, trimmers, and blowers.
  • Prepared grounds for seasonal changes, such as winterizing plants etc.

Education

High School Diploma -

Liahona High School
Liahona
12.2006

Skills

  • Commercial structures

  • Safety procedures knowledge
  • Power and hand tools
  • Works well independently
  • Commercial construction
  • Basic math and measuring aptitude
  • Capable of heavy lifting
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Self-motivated

Timeline

Boarding House Parent

Tiwi College
01.2023 - Current

Formworker

BKH Group
01.2020 - 12.2022

Concrete Worker

TCS
01.2018 - 12.2019

Construction Worker

Kiwi Tonga
01.2013 - 11.2017

Boat Crew Member

Uliti Uata Shipping
01.2008 - 12.2012

Grounds Person/farming

Vaini Town Council, Tonga
01.2004 - 12.2007

High School Diploma -

Liahona High School
Maikeli Tupou