Before retirement he played for the Melbourne Rebels.

He signed for the Melbourne Rebels for the 2014 and 2015 seasons.

Aholelei joined the Melbourne Rebels extended playing squad in 2012.

He plays at tighthead prop for the Melbourne Rebels.

Roberts commenced in a two year contract with the Melbourne Rebels in 2013.

He is a lock for the Melbourne Rebels.

He played for the Brumbies 2008-2010, and the Melbourne Rebels in 2011.

In 2012 here was speculation Tapuai would sign with the Melbourne Rebels for 2013.

In 2010 he became the inaugural general manager of rugby operations at the Melbourne Rebels.

As of 23 November 2011, he has played 12 matches for the Melbourne Rebels and scored 108 points.