Solomone Mike Malafu
Cringila,NSW
Summary
Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, eager to apply extensive experience in a challenging and rewarding role.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Saltbush Contracting / Hogan Construction / STIVES GOLD MINING
01.2023 - Current
- Roles included: Operating Front end loader (900, 600 & 500), Truck, Moxy operator, Roller, Rock Breaker, Tele-handler, Bobcat, Excavator, Crane.
Disability Support Worker
Honest Care Pty Ltd
01.2020 - Current
- Responsibilities included: Assisting NDIS participants with day-to-day activities such as showering, meals, medications, outings, shopping, social gathering, and transport. (Contact: 02 4276 3645)
Illawarra Small Goods
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Responsibilities included: Meat packing.
Traffic Controller
ALTUS
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Responsibilities included: Traffic control, stop and start, set up and take down, WHS. (Contact: 1300 872 334)
Operator
QUBE Ports & Bulk
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Responsibilities included: Sample station operator, iron ore samples and machine operation and storing. Heavy Machine operator, Front end loader, Bobcat, and Crane driver. (Contact: 08 9173 1762)
Stevedoring / Forklift Driver/Lasher/Cargo
POAGS
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Responsibilities included: Driving, Forklift operator, Lashing, discharge and back loading of cargo from various local and international ships. (Contact: 02 4222 0222)
- Also notes: Qube Stevedoring, Bibos, River Holland, WA; Rough Seas Stevedoring.
Labour
ALLMENS EMPLOYMENT
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Responsibilities included: Labouring, Shutdowns, Road Maintenance (BHP). (Contact: 02 4274 0723)
- Additional roles: Commercial Hotel attendant (RSA & RCG, Money handling, TAB operator, Gaming & Cigarette sales), Saltbush Contracting, ST Ives Gold Mining.
Education
HSC - Math, English, Science, PE
Apifoou College
Tonga12.1989
Skills
- Operated front end loaders, forklifts, bobcats, excavators, moxies, rollers, rock breakers, tele-handlers, cranes, and trucks to support various projects
- Assisted in reach stack operations, rigging, and dogman duties to facilitate efficient logistics
- Provided personal care and support for individuals with disabilities, including cleaning and shopping assistance
- Managed money handling, TAB operations, and gaming and cigarette sales in hospitality settings
- Maintained traffic control and adhered to WHS regulations while working in confined spaces
- Collaborated effectively in team environments and demonstrated ability to work independently under pressure
- Eager to learn new skills and adapt to changing situations
Certification
- 2022 - Excavator ticket
- 2021 - NDISWC (working with disability and Children check)
- 2021 - Traffic Controller
- 2014 - Bobcat and mini excavator
- 2013 - Crane ticket
- 2012 - Forklift ticket
- 2012 - Dogging Ticket
- 2008 - Certificate II in Metalliferous mining operations processing
- 2007 - Confined spaces ticket
- 2004 - Traffic control and OHS ticket
- 2002 - RSA & RCG
- 2002 - Security license (expired & not renewed)
Languages
Fluent Tongan and Japanese.
Timeline
Illawarra Small Goods
01.2025 - 09.2025
Saltbush Contracting / Hogan Construction / STIVES GOLD MINING
01.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Honest Care Pty Ltd
01.2020 - Current
Traffic Controller
ALTUS
01.2019 - 01.2020
Operator
QUBE Ports & Bulk
01.2012 - 01.2018
Stevedoring / Forklift Driver/Lasher/Cargo
POAGS
01.2007 - 01.2012
Labour
ALLMENS EMPLOYMENT
01.2002 - 01.2007
HSC - Math, English, Science, PE
Apifoou College