Alan Fotheringham

HGV class 1 driver

Self employed

Denny

04.1998 - 10.2022

Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
Conducted emergency repairs on-the-spot minimising delays in delivery timeframes.
Improved fuel economy through careful driving habits and efficient route planning.
Adopted defensive driving techniques reducing risk of accidents significantly.
Communicated effectively with dispatchers, maintaining constant communication during trips.
Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and nights to meet business needs.
Maintained safety standards for the benefit of self, cargo and other road users.
Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
Identified potential hazards quickly for safe manoeuvring during difficult weather conditions.
Coordinated with warehouse staff for smooth loading and unloading operations.
Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and servicing.
Operated heavy machinery safely by following standard operating procedures.
Managed stress effectively during high-traffic situations or unexpected route changes.
Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.
Loaded and unloaded goods carefully to prevent damage or loss of items.
Used GPS systems proficiently for accurate route planning and navigation.
Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.
Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.
Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
Offered flexibility in working hours, covering evening and weekend shifts to meet logistics demands.
Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
Managed high-volume HGV deliveries across rural areas, manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
Carried out tramping and trunking, meeting daily delivery targets.
Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
Collected, documented and loaded goods with care to avoid damage and risk.
Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping across shift changes.
Completed [Number] daily deliveries efficiently through careful route planning.
Supported yard operations by completing additional maintenance tasks.
Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
Kept up-to-date logbooks, detailing total time spent driving.
Handled delivery issues such as damaged or missing stock.
Planned and navigated routes using excellent road network knowledge.
Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
Secured lorry loads appropriately to eliminate damage and risk.
Transported goods, liquids, or materials in line with delivery requirements.
Manoeuvred and parked vehicles safely, using hazard control.
Updated customers of service delays for optimised clarity on delivery times.
Tolerated high levels of stress when driving long distances and new routes.
Completed delivery documentation promptly to track orders and incidents.
Calculated load capacity and distributed weight safely.
Carried out regular vehicle maintenance to maintain smooth delivery logistics.
Assessed delivery weights to maintain compliance with load limitations.
Reacted calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
Employed defensive driving technique to anticipate potential dangers and avoid collisions.
Kept accurate, up-to-date logbooks for personal workload monitoring.
Escalated major maintenance issues to maintain road worthiness of vehicle.
Coordinated movements with team and members of public.
Stored goods strategically for accessibility purposes.
Implemented clever tricks and techniques to minimise fuel consumption, resulting in reduced costs.

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HGV class 1 driver

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