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Mataala Higgins

Summary

Competent Scaffolder with good leadership skills, demonstrated commitment to safety and expertise in both commercial and residential scaffolds. Dedicated, team-oriented and disciplined with exceptional drive for performance. Reliable individual with the desire to be physically challenged in construction environments. A skilled Scaffolder known for lending a hand wherever needed. Fast-working Scaffolder skilled working in all types of weather conditions and unafraid of heights. Committed and collaborative team player with attention to safety and fantastic organization. Works efficiently in confined spaces to build safe and effective scaffolding systems.

Being a father to my 2 boys & 2 girls brings me happiness & joy ! All round family man. Enjoys both soccer & rugby league or union. Attending kids sporting & school events

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Scaffolder- Vales

UGL
Vale View, QLD
07.2025 - Current

Scaffolder

Accrow
Tumut, NSW
07.2025 - 07.2025

Scaffolder - UGL Mount Piper

UGL
Bathurst, NSW
03.2025 - 06.2025

Scaffolder

Tallawarra Power Station
Yallah NSW
06.2023 - 03.2025
  • Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
  • Accurately constructed scaffolding for confined spaces
  • Erected scaffolding for jobs commercial.
  • Carried materials and equipment weighing up to 40kg onto job sites in various climates and weather conditions.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.

Scaffolder

Kohino
Sydney
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Ensured safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of scaffolding equipment.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by collaborating with construction teams to determine optimal scaffolding layouts.
  • Reduced accidents on-site by enforcing proper safety procedures and providing training for new team members.
  • Increased productivity by efficiently assembling and dismantling scaffold structures in a timely manner.

Scaffold Builder

First Class Scaffolding
Sydney, NSW
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
  • Accurately constructed scaffolding for confined spaces
  • Erected scaffolding for jobs from residential projects to commercial.
  • Carried materials and equipment weighing up to 40kg onto job sites in various climates and weather conditions.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.

Scaffolder

Build Safe
Glendenning, NSW
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Carried materials and equipment weighing up to 40kg onto job sites in various climates and weather conditions.
  • Worked around live machinery and ongoing operations to complete scaffolding projects on-time and under budget.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.

Rugby Player

Rugby Travel
Europe
06.2016 - 12.2020
  • Exhibited excellent teamwork and strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
  • Applied discipline and sense of responsibility toward all team and personal activities.
  • Managed time effectively while traveling for games, attending practice and going to classes.
  • Attended all practices, meetings and workouts on time.
  • Developed and maintained key relationships fellow athletes, coaching staff and school administrators.
  • Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches and game officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lisarow High School
Lisarow, NSW
10.2010

Skills

  • Industrial/commercial/Residential
  • Harness
  • APAC
  • Layer
  • Quick stage
  • Work Crew Coordination/OSHA Safety Guidelines
  • Power Saws/Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Scaffold Erection
  • Hazardous Materials Removal
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Scaffolding Erecting/Scaffolding Set up
  • Managing Materials
  • Confined Spaces Expertise
  • Rigging Skills

References

Kim august

0403 705 557

Brodie James

0402 172 335

Jesse Brown

0481107826

Craig Tamanui

0402 583 184

Timeline

Scaffolder- Vales

UGL
07.2025 - Current

Scaffolder

Accrow
07.2025 - 07.2025

Scaffolder - UGL Mount Piper

UGL
03.2025 - 06.2025

Scaffolder

Tallawarra Power Station
06.2023 - 03.2025

Scaffolder

Kohino
05.2023 - 01.2024

Scaffold Builder

First Class Scaffolding
08.2022 - 05.2023

Scaffolder

Build Safe
02.2021 - 07.2022

Rugby Player

Rugby Travel
06.2016 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

Lisarow High School
Mataala Higgins