Aaron Probert
CROYDON,Surrey
Summary
HGV Class 1 and 2 driver with extensive logistics expertise and comprehensive knowledge of UK transportation regulations. Experienced in international long-distance and short-distance driving, including cover driving for Class 1 low loaders and delivering heavy and medium-sized plant equipment. Proficient in load securing, cargo handling, and multi-drop deliveries, ensuring safe and efficient transport. Holds digital tachograph card and CPC qualification, skilled in GPS routing for optimal route planning, and dedicated to exceptional customer service and punctuality.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Class 2 HGV driver
Standard plant hire
Croydon, Kent
2021.07 - Current
- Performed pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure maximal reliability, checking tires, lights, oil and water levels, etc
- Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
- Communicated effectively over the phone with company staff and customers regarding any issues.
- Demonstrated punctuality by consistently arriving at pickups and deliveries on time.
- Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
- Acted as company representative whilst making deliveries, promoting a positive image.
- Acted as a trainer and as senior driver within my role, teaching others whilst maintaining, there is always something new to be learnt from each individual you meet, or each situation you find yourself in.
- Completed necessary paperwork for each load accurately and promptly post-delivery.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Provided excellent customer service to foster client relationships.
- Followed set routes efficiently using GPS systems reducing travel time.
- Ensured customer satisfaction with professional delivery service.
- Managed heavy loads safely, adhering to weight limits and securement guidelines.
- Maintained safe transport of goods by adhering to all traffic laws.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatch team for efficient routing and scheduling.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills under pressure situations, minimising disruptions in service delivery.
HGV class 2 driver
Biffa waste services
Croydon, Surrey
2016.08 - 2021.07
- Utilised exceptional driving skills for safe manoeuvring in tight spaces.
- Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
- Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
- Performed pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure maximal reliability, checking tires, lights, oil and water levels, etc
- Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.
- Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
- Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
- Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
- Attended regular training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of transport regulations.
Fleet support manager
Kuehne and Nagel drinks logistics
Croydon, Surrey
2006.08 - 2021.07
- Started my role with this employer as hgv driver and manual handling trainer and then progressed into a managerial position as fleet support manager acting as first line manager dealing with the day to day operation on a shift pattern basis.
- Gained respect from team members through clear, fair leadership practices
- Manged and had responsibility for the internal vehicle maintenance audit including all legal compliance relating to vehicles and trailers with the depot, scoring 97% compliance or better.
- Handled crisis situations effectively, minimizing disruption to services.
- Improved the turnaround time of repairs and maintenance tasks to increase vehicle availability.
- Conducted regular fleet audits for up-to-date inventory management.
- Coordinated driver schedules to maximise productivity and enure a fair allocation of workload.
- Managed fleet operations for optimal efficiency.
- Generated reports on fleet expenses and performance for senior management.
- Reviewed accident reports to identify and prevent future issues.
- Established operational and administrative procedures and enforced controls.
- Liaised with customers and other departments to plan timely transportation of goods.
Education
none -
Addington high school
Croydon 1981.09 - 1986.07
Skills
- Logistics understanding
- Reliable punctuality
- HGV Class 1 and 2 driving
- Digital tachograph operation
- Loading and unloading
- Securing loads
- CPC qualified
- UK driving legislation
- Vehicle defect reporting
- Outstanding customer service
Affiliations
- spending time with my family especially my grandchildren
Certification
I hold a clean and current driving license hgv class 1
I hold an up to date driver cpc card
i hold a current digital tachograph card
I have a clean and current I have passed a transport managers cpc previously.
I have in the past been a fire Marshall, a first aider and a manual handling trainer
I previous roles including my current one i carry out training and driving assessments as the senior driver
Timeline
Class 2 HGV driver
Standard plant hire
2021.07 - Current
HGV class 2 driver
Biffa waste services
2016.08 - 2021.07
Fleet support manager
Kuehne and Nagel drinks logistics
2006.08 - 2021.07
none -
Addington high school
1981.09 - 1986.07