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Ajak Carvalho

Ajak Carvalho

Wingrave,Buckinghamshire

Summary

*Excellent organizational skills
*Excellent ability to adapt to the surrounding environment and different work structures

*Reliable in following orders, specifications and codes to complete quality work. Operates under deadlines to meet customer demand.

*Punctual and reliable worker

*Consistently follows good practices and safety standards and contributes to project success.

*Proficient in operating trucks, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency.

*Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and measuring timely and effective completion of deliveries in line with company objectives, by reliably meeting delivery and pickup schedules.

*Good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills.

*Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.

*Focused, skilled in navigating local roadways and traffic conditions. Monitors GPS and traffic reports to avoid delays and maintain strict adherence to deadlines.

*Address challenges with resourceful problem-solving and critical thinking.

*Physically fit. Hardworking Bricklayer skilled in leading and executing diverse masonry projects.

*Interprets work instructions and cuts and measures materials to meet precise specifications. Versed in all facets of masonry installation, repair and restoration.

*Aspiring Tiler with a desire to provide high-quality services. *Solid foundation in different tiling techniques and practical experience in construction.

*Well-versed in working independently or within construction teams.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work history

Team Manager

GA Constructions
Toronto, Canada
12.2021 - 09.2023
  • Monitored team development, setting performance objectives and providing constructive feedback for continued growth.
  • Managed, motivated and developed a team of 14
  • Offered multi-trade services for house building projects.
  • Refurbished residential buildings.
  • Tile installation (ceilings, walls & floors)
  • Painting
  • Taping & Jointing
  • Drywall

Truck driver

Santos & Vale
Lisbon, Portugal
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Checked load accuracy and stability before each trip.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Interacted positively with customers and vendors on deliveries and orders.
  • Performed loading and offloading of trucks, using pallet jacks and forklift trucks.
  • Transported freight from origin to destination safely.
  • Submitted daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime.

Truck driver

TMB - Transportes Magalhaes Bruno Lda
Lisbon, Portugal
09.2020 - 03.2021


  • The same services/ jobs as provided in Santos & Vale
  • Deliveries of various types of non-food goods

Food Delivery Truck driver

TFS -Transportes Florencio & Silva
Lisbon, Portugal
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Performed loading and offloading of trucks, using pallet jacks and forklift trucks.
  • Used and maintained refrigeration equipment and thermal bags to keep food at desired temperatures.
  • Verified orders with customers upon delivery.
  • Complied with company policies and food regulations for customer health and safety.
  • Manually lifted boxes and bags to load van with delivery goods.
  • Delivered to customers on time by following pre-calculated route and schedule.
  • Communicated with dispatch personnel to exchange information and updates.
  • Alerted customers about delays to pickup or delivery to foster satisfaction.
  • Informed management issues or delays in services, providing swift resolutions to restore satisfaction.
  • Complied with all traffic and safety laws while representing company.

Courier delivery driver

Global Transportes Mercadorias, Lda
Lisbon, Portugal
01.2016 - 07.2019

(With this job I have provided services in collaboration with the following companies: GLS; Seur; Sky Net & Torrestir).


  • Operated delivery vehicles safely and in adherence with road safety regulations.
  • Received and recorded cash and card payments for delivered items.
  • Located residential and commercial spaces quickly to meet delivery deadlines.
  • Maintained regular communication with route dispatchers to plan alternative routes in case of road obstructions.
  • Manually loaded and unloaded heavy parcels, safely lifting heavy objects.
  • Maintained log of all deliveries and related information for reference and confirmation.
  • Checked stock met customer requirements before delivery.

Food delivery driver

Transportes Viking
Lisbon , Portugal
10.2014 - 12.2015
  • Delivered to customers on time by following pre-calculated route and schedule.
  • Verified orders with customers upon delivery.
  • Collected orders from various restaurant locations quickly.
  • Ensured correct orders were collected from restaurants upon arrival to minimise customer dissatisfaction.
  • Complied with company policies and food regulations for customer health and safety.
  • Received consistently positive customer feedback on delivery times and service levels.
  • Checked food and drink orders for accuracy before leaving restaurant.

Home delivery driver

Total Media
LIsbon, Portugal
04.2006 - 08.2014
  • Adhered to Portugal Highway Code and safety regulations on roads.
  • Demonstrated outstanding customer service while completing up to 8-14 deliveries daily.
  • Received customer satisfaction score by proactively identifying and addressing potential stock issues and facilitating effective communication.
  • Delivered large and fragile goods to homes with care and precision.
  • Selected efficient routes in compliance with delivery instructions and fuel policies, continually meeting company targets.
  • Contacted customers ahead of parcel drop-offs, effectively confirming and coordinating delivery times.
  • Interpreted maps effectively, following written and verbal directions as required to navigate optimal delivery routes.
  • Kept vehicles safe and roadworthy maintaining and checking gas, oil and water levels.

Courier delivery driver

Transportes Jose Ventura
Lisbon, Portugal
02.2005 - 03.2006
  • The same job/ services as provided in Global Transportes Mercadorias
  • Drive forklift
  • Maintained log of all deliveries and related information for reference and confirmation.
  • Manually loaded and unloaded heavy parcels, safely lifting heavy objects in the warehouse

Bricklayer & Tiler

Adao Maia Remodelacoes
Lisbon, Portugal
04.1999 - 01.2005
  • Positioned stone to provide veneer facing to walls or other surfaces.
  • Prepared and organised bricks for use in construction projects.
  • Placed bricks to build patios, garden walls and other decorative installations.
  • Operated hand and power tools practising safety measures.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and plans to build walls to precise specifications.
  • Set bricks, concrete blocks and structural tiles to prepare for foundation.
  • Cut and trimmed bricks and concrete blocks following specifications.
  • Demonstrated high-quality tiling skills to produce excellent results.
  • Helped to strip out and install bathrooms for complete refits.
  • Performed adhesive tiling and trim to outstanding standard.

Handyman helper

Comite Internacional da Cruz Vermelha (Red Cross)
Luanda, Angola
03.1995 - 03.1999
  • Determined tools and equipment needed to complete maintenance and repair jobs quickly.
  • Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems, fixing issues promptly.
  • Performed planned maintenance to keep facilities in proper working order and detect repair needs.
  • Performed basic electrical tasks, plumbing repairs and maintenance work.
  • Prepared, painted and patched up surfaces for improved appearance.

Education

Sixth Form -

Centro Pre Universitario de Luanda
Luanda/Angola
06.1996 -

Skills

  • Team leadership/ work
  • Time management
  • Multitasker
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliable; punctual & responsible
  • Like to learn new skills
  • Good driver
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Customer service

Languages

Portuguese
Native
English
Intermediate

Timeline

Team Manager

GA Constructions
12.2021 - 09.2023

Truck driver

Santos & Vale
04.2021 - 10.2021

Truck driver

TMB - Transportes Magalhaes Bruno Lda
09.2020 - 03.2021

Food Delivery Truck driver

TFS -Transportes Florencio & Silva
08.2019 - 08.2020

Courier delivery driver

Global Transportes Mercadorias, Lda
01.2016 - 07.2019

Food delivery driver

Transportes Viking
10.2014 - 12.2015

Home delivery driver

Total Media
04.2006 - 08.2014

Courier delivery driver

Transportes Jose Ventura
02.2005 - 03.2006

Bricklayer & Tiler

Adao Maia Remodelacoes
04.1999 - 01.2005

Sixth Form -

Centro Pre Universitario de Luanda
06.1996 -

Handyman helper

Comite Internacional da Cruz Vermelha (Red Cross)
03.1995 - 03.1999
Ajak Carvalho