Manasa Muavono Jnr
Suva,Fiji
Summary
A motivated, adaptable and responsible graduate seeking a position which will utilize the professional and technical skills developed through my past working experiences. I have methodical, customer focused approach to works and a strong drive to see things through to completion.
Reliable Clerk of Works known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in project management, quality control, and safety compliance, ensuring projects meet established standards. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, facilitating smooth operations and successful project outcomes.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Quantity Surveyor
Fiji Corrections Service
11.2018 - Current
- Managing the costs on a construction project to be done and financial side of construction projects.
- Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
- Identifies labour, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. Computes costs by analyzing labour, material, and time requirements.
- Any other duties assigned from time to time by Staff Officer Projects.
Clerk Of Works
Fiji Corrections Service
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Inspecting construction work and comparing it with drawings and specifications.
- Measuring and quality checking building materials.
- Identifying defects and suggesting ways to correct them.
- Monitoring progress and reporting to construction managers, architects and clients.
- Provided technical guidance in resolving problems related to construction activities.
- Developed detailed reports on the quality, progress, and safety of construction projects.
- Attended meetings with clients and stakeholders regarding inspection results and recommendations for corrective actions.
- Coordinated with project managers to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Verified accuracy of invoices from contractors for payment processing purposes.
- Advised architects and engineers of changes required due to non-compliance with contract documents or industry standards.
- Maintained records of material usage, labor costs, equipment utilization rates.
- Inspected existing structures for structural integrity and code compliance issues.
Chainman Survey Estimating
Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Assist technical staff with pricing schedules, participate in proposal preparation, and perform technical assessments to facilitate analysis functions.
- Scoping works to government schools and quarters for maintenance.
- Compiling of scope of works to be done on Projects.
- Any other duties assigned from time to time by Senior Technical Officer.
- Resigned
Assistant Presiding Officer
Fiji Election Office
08.2014 - 09.2014
- To support the Presiding Officer when the Presiding Officer is assisting a voter.
- To support the Presiding Officer when the Presiding Officer is assisting a voter.
Attaché for Estimating Section
Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Learning on how to read drawings and taking off drawings with the supervision of Senior Technical Officer.
- Assist in compiling of material pricing from random hardware company.
- Assist technical staff for maintenance scoping works on site.
- Any other duties assigned from time to time by Senior Technical Officer.
Temporary Research Officer
Tebbutt Research
10.2012 - 12.2012
- Researching products designed to meet the needs of all clients.
- Research products, designed to provide clients with fundamental market information at a fraction of the cost.
Attaché for Estimating Section
Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Learning on how to read drawings and taking off drawings with the supervision of Senior Technical Officer.
- Assist in compiling of material pricing from random hardware company.
- Assist technical staff for maintenance scoping works on site.
- Any other duties assigned from time to time by Senior Technical Officer.
Casual Worker
Land Transport Authority
10.2010 - 01.2011
- Assist in maintenance works to the building under the supervision of the Property Officer.
- Filing of old tin booklets to container.
- Clearing of old Number plates from container to be recycled.
- Any other duties assigned from time to time by Property Officer.
Casual Worker
Land Transport Authority
09.2009 - 12.2009
- Assist in maintenance works to the building under the supervision of the Property Officer.
- Filing of old tin booklets to container.
- Clearing of old Number plates from container to be recycled.
- Any other duties assigned from time to time by Property Officer.
Warehouse Receiver
Capelle & Partners
- Ensured that all material was stored properly in accordance with company policy.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding deliveries promptly and courteously.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean working environment by sweeping floors, removing trash.
- Participated in physical inventories as needed; reconciled discrepancies between actual counts and computer-generated figures.
- Followed established safety guidelines at all times when operating machinery or moving materials around the warehouse.
- Operated computer systems for data entry purposes related to receiving functions; maintained accurate records of material received into the warehouse system.
- Organized warehouse space in an efficient manner while adhering to safety regulations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality concerning company information at all times.
- Verified shipment contents by comparing items to bills of lading, manifests, or other records.
- Transported materials using hand trucks or powered industrial vehicles safely within the facility.
- Received and processed incoming shipments for accuracy and completeness; checked invoices against purchase orders.
Education
Certificate - Electrical Wireman's Module 2
Fiji National University
09.2015
Certificate - Electrical Wireman's Module 1
Fiji National University
07.2015
Certificate - Fundamentals of OHS and Electrical Safety
Fiji National University
07.2015
Diploma - Quantity Surveying
Fiji National University
01.2014
Skills
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
- Visio
- Outlook
- Internet
- Photocopy and Scanning of documents
- Cost estimation
- Project documentation
- Site supervision
- Progress monitoring
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Client reporting
- Health and safety
- Construction supervision
- Building regulations
- Cost control
- Administrative support
- Scanning and copying
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/15/89
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Fiji Islander
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Mr. Francis Kean, Former Fiji Correction Commissioner, 9004679
- Mr. Rusiate Batiratu, Fiji Correction Service Commandant Academy, rbatiratu@gmail.com
Extracurricular Activities
Cooking Socializing and meeting friends Voluntary doing community work Reading
Dependants
3
Workshops Training
- Effective Job Application and Interview Skills Training-Ministry of Civil Service
- 14 Weeks Basic Recruitment Course-Fiji Correction Service
- 5 Weeks Correction Officer 'Class C' Leadership Course
- First Aid Course Licence- Fiji Red Cross
- Electrical Wireman Licence-Energy Fiji Limited
- White card course induction training, is a mandatory course for anyone working in the construction industry in Australia. It provides essential safety training to ensure workers understand and can manage risks associated with construction sites. Upon completion of the training, a "white card" or construction induction card is issued, which is required to access construction sites.
Timeline
Clerk Of Works
Fiji Corrections Service
02.2023 - 05.2024
Quantity Surveyor
Fiji Corrections Service
11.2018 - Current
Chainman Survey Estimating
Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
10.2015 - 08.2018
Assistant Presiding Officer
Fiji Election Office
08.2014 - 09.2014
Attaché for Estimating Section
Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
08.2013 - 01.2014
Temporary Research Officer
Tebbutt Research
10.2012 - 12.2012
Attaché for Estimating Section
Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
01.2012 - 07.2012
Casual Worker
Land Transport Authority
10.2010 - 01.2011
Casual Worker
Land Transport Authority
09.2009 - 12.2009
Warehouse Receiver
Capelle & Partners
Certificate - Electrical Wireman's Module 2
Fiji National University
Certificate - Electrical Wireman's Module 1
Fiji National University
Certificate - Fundamentals of OHS and Electrical Safety
Fiji National University
Diploma - Quantity Surveying
Fiji National University