Manu Taufa
Perth,Western Australia
Summary
A professional and dedicated worker with over 20 years of military experience, can fit in to most environments. Open minded and with a common sense approach, empathetic leadership and a great driver of team culture in order to uphold company ethos and values . A fast learner, hard worker, purpose driven and highly motivated. Perfectly capable of working autonomously, isolated or within team environment, finding solutions to issues in order to safely and efficiently achieve primary objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paving & Landscaping
Waitohu Paving Ltd
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Engaged with prospective businesses, securing key customer renewals, prices and requirements information.
- Performed field research to assess proposed construction methods.
- Forecasted timeframes, materials and costs to support forward-planning.
- Detected fire hazards and outlined detailed to mitigate risk of fire in order to maintain safe working environments.
- Works well within team environments and also autonomously
- Provides feedback and review to company HQ on progress
- Uses initiative on ground
- Works well with other outfits to achieve key objectives
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
Soldier
New Zealand Defence Force: Army
01.2000 - 11.2020
- Safely and securely handled intelligence in accordance with NATO, UN, NZ regulations in order to comply with world laws of armed conflict.
- Maintained calm under pressure in high pressured emergency response and handling, aiding optimal outcomes.
- Demonstrated exceptional communication and negotiation techniques in high and intense situations through trust, professionalism, resulting in peaceful and non-conflict outcomes.
- Handled intel gathering assessments, highlighting and managing potential risk for swift resolution and continued mutual compliance.
- Strategically dealt with potential threats by carrying out liaison patrols and key engagement meetings with key personal.
- Oversaw correct use of military weaponry and advanced equipment.
- Evaluated exposure to risk in dangerous battlefield situations.
- Operated highly specialised surveillance equipment to gather intelligence.
- Optimised deployment of troops based on needs of strategic operations.
- Conducted assessments of unit personnel to determine fitness for duty and identify deficiencies requiring correction.
- Used secure communication channels to exchange critical information.
- Offered mentoring and support to junior officers to develop leadership skills, knowledge and advanced technical abilities.
- Coordinate military deployments in support of temporary and permanent base operations.
- Adhered to military code of conduct, keeping up-to-date with latest developments in processes and technology.
- Devised and executed military tactics to support overall operation strategy.
- Partnered with civilian agencies to conduct safe military transport in congested areas.
- Managed unit training to hone skills for specific roles and general combat readiness.
- Defended human rights and supported peacekeeping efforts.
- Maintained weaponry, supplies and equipment in optimal operating condition for immediate use.
- Maintained health and safety standards in accordance with New Zealand Defence Force rules and regulations.
Education
National Certificate - Level 4 - Small Business Management
Te Wananga O Aotearoa - NZQA
Christchurch, Canterbury01.2015
National Certificate in Adult Education - Level 4 - Adult Education
The Skills Organisation NZQA
Christchurch, Canterbury07.2009
National Certificate in First Line Management - L4 - Management
The Skills Organisation NZQA
Christchurch, Canterbury07.2009
Level 4 - Components Listed
The Skills Organisation NZQA
Christchurch, Canterbury07.2009
High School Diploma - High School
National Certificate Form 6 - Onehunga High School
Auckland, New Zealand12.1997
Skills
- Open minded
- Empathetic leadership
- Cultural Awareness
- Attention to Detail
- First Aid/CPR
- Organization and Time Management
- Licensed driver
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Inclusive mindset
- Helpful to others
- Proactive
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tonga
Full Professional
Samoan
Professional Working
Additional Professional Development
Team Sport & Management Development
● 2022 - Canterbury Crusaders Coaching Leadership Programme
● 2021 - Canterbury Crusaders Accelerator Coaching Course
● 2020 - New Zealand Rugby League: Senior Club Coaching Course
● 2019 - New Zealand Army Leadership Programme
● 2017 - World Rugby Level 3
● 2016 - IRB Level 2
● 2015 - International Rugby Academy Senior Course - Massey University NZ
● 2012 - Developing Coaches Course
Licenses
Driver License
New Zealand Driver License
Class 1
Issued: 04/02/2010 Expires: 21/09/2030
Class 2
Issued: 27/02/2010 Expires: 21/09/2030
Rollers-Tracks-Wheels (RTW)
Issued: 29/06/2023 Expires: 21/09/2030
Referees
Joshua Hastie
Managing Director
Waitohu Paving Ltd
Email: josh@waitohu.nz
Mob: +64 21 973 650
Greg Allnutt
Former Commanding Officer
CEO - Pivot & Pace
Business Strategist Mentor
Email: greg@pivot-pace.com
Mob: +64272304074
Warrant Officer Class 2: Junior Maiava
Army Leadership Branch
Mentor
Email: faavae.maiava@nzdf.mil.nz
Mob: +64 21 2437405
Brent Frew
Rugby Development Officer,
Burnside RFC
Former Tactician - Crusaders
Sports Coaching Mentor
Email: rugby@burnsiderugby.co.nz
Mob: +64 27 323 2757
Chris Neill
Olympic Rugby 7's Coach, Brazil
Leadership Mentor
Email: cc_neill@xtra.co.nz
Mob: +64 27 3358188
Timeline
Paving & Landscaping
Waitohu Paving Ltd
11.2020 - 12.2023
Soldier
New Zealand Defence Force: Army
01.2000 - 11.2020
National Certificate - Level 4 - Small Business Management
Te Wananga O Aotearoa - NZQA
National Certificate in Adult Education - Level 4 - Adult Education
The Skills Organisation NZQA
National Certificate in First Line Management - L4 - Management
The Skills Organisation NZQA
Level 4 - Components Listed
The Skills Organisation NZQA
High School Diploma - High School
National Certificate Form 6 - Onehunga High School
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