John Fonotoe
Operations & Traffic Management Professional
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About
Dedicated operations leader with 30+ years' experience in traffic management, construction support, and infrastructure projects. Skilled in health & safety compliance, mentoring teams, and delivering complex projects under pressure. Trusted by leading contractors and clients across Auckland for reliability, efficiency, and safety-first leadership.
Experience
Operations Team / STMS Lead - ATSL - Auckland
(2003-01 - 2025-05)
- Led daily operations, training, and mentoring of site teams.
- Ensured strict health & safety compliance across multiple live projects.
- Supported delivery of major Auckland infrastructure and commercial developments.
- Key Projects: Watercare (bulk main inspections), Northpower maintenance, Fletcher Construction (Auckland International Terminal refurbishments), Sky City Convention Centre (2010–2025), Commercial Bay, Kainga Ora Housing Towers, Pacifica Residential Tower, Seascape (China Construction NZ), Auckland International Precinct (Transport Hub & Parklane Hotel).
Operations Manager - Traffic Control NZ Ltd - Auckland
(1996-01 - 2003-12)
- Supervised teams and delivered staff training.
- Oversaw health, safety, and QA compliance.
- Managed key client accounts and stakeholder relationships.
- Drafted and submitted TMPs to RCA.
- Delivered traffic management services for major roading projects, public events, and film shoots.
- Managed NZ Police contract to provide traffic management at fatal accident scenes across South Auckland, with coverage extending north to Albany and south into Waiuku.
Supervisor - Shepherd Contractors
(1996-01 - 1996-12)
- Supervised site operations and QA compliance.
Quality & Technical Manager - Hiway Stabilisers - Auckland and Bay of Plenty
(1995-01 - 1996-12)
- Oversaw QA and technical support for roadworks and geotechnical projects.
- Delivered TTM support on SH networks in Auckland and Bay of Plenty.
- Key Projects: SH20 rehabilitation, SH30/34 stabilisation, Ponderosa Subdivision, Alexander Park Racecourse.
Senior Laboratory Technician - Manukau City Council
(1991-01 - 1995-12)
- Led geotechnical investigations, shape correction, and QA testing.
- Conducted resource consent monitoring for water and landfill projects.
Water/Drainage Section - Manukau City Council
(1989-01 - 1991-12)
- Maintenance, repair, and installation of sewerage and stormwater systems.
Allocations & Logistics - Farmers Distribution Centre
(1987-01 - 1988-12)
Logistics Driver - Greenpark Products
(1985-01 - 1987-12)
