Andrew Clarke
Cheltenham,Gloucestershire
Summary
Reliable and mechanically inclined professional with strong aptitude for troubleshooting and repair work, coupled with keen attention to detail. Demonstrates solid problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills, ensuring seamless coordination with team members and stakeholders. Ready to contribute to operational efficiency and safety in any role.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
HGV driver class 1
Woodside haulage
Preston, Lancashire
2019.05 - Current
- Conducted business professionally at all times, representing firm positively.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies whilst maintaining composure under pressure.
- Completed long-distance hauls with consistent punctuality.
- Kept detailed logs of all journeys for reporting purposes.
HGV class 1 driver
Total cargo services
Heysham, Lancashire
2018.06 - 2019.05
- Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, to meet business needs.
- Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, maintaining constant communication during trips.
- Adopted defensive driving techniques reducing risk of accidents significantly.
Grounds maintenance worker
envirocare
Preston, Lancashire
2017.10 - 2018.05
- Undertook seasonal planting programmes for year-round visual interest in the grounds.
- Conducted tree pruning activities to maintain plant health and shape.
- Facilitated a clean environment through effective litter collection and disposal.
- Performed routine weeding tasks, achieving cleaner garden beds and borders.
- Scheduled daily, weekly and seasonal gardening tasks to organise workload.
- Operated leaf blowers, resulting in clear walkways during autumn months.
- Carried out routine inspections on machinery for optimal performance and longevity.
Grounds maintenance supervisor
pussy willows cattery
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2016.06 - 2017.09
- Achieved well-tended grounds by supervising regular maintenance activities.
- Scheduled seasonal gardening activities, maintained year-round plant health.
- Implemented pest control measures, ensured healthy vegetation growth.
- Carried out risk assessments, reduced potential hazards on site.
- Fostered a positive work environment to boost employee morale.
- Ensured safety standards with routine equipment inspections.
- Supervised planting activities, improved aesthetic appeal of the grounds.
- Maintained high-quality landscape appearance with meticulous pruning techniques.
- Mowed, trimmed and cut growth to specifications.
- Built and maintained cat pens from wood and other supplies
- general maintenance of several business units which included painting, plumbing and general repairs to the roof and doors.
Postal worker
Royal Mail Delivery Office
Preston, Lancashire
1994.03 - 2016.06
- Handled confidential items responsibly, maintaining trust.
- Kept up-to-date records of deliveries, promoting transparency.
- Prioritised workload effectively to meet all deadlines.
- Assisted colleagues during peak times, fostering teamwork.
- Collected signatures for proof of delivery as required by regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner, preserving brand reputation.
- Ensured timely delivery by adhering to strict schedules and routes.
- Loaded and unloaded postal vehicles carefully, eliminating parcel damage.
Education
GCSEs -
hutton grammar
Preston, Lancashire 1986.09 - 1991.06
Skills
- HGV licence class 1
- Flexible approach to work
- Adaptable to unpredictable conditions
- Passion for DIY
- Keen problem solver
- Strict time management
- Self-Discipline in lone working
- HGV safety compliance
- Physically Fit
- Handballing
- On-Site troubleshooting
- Hand tools proficiency
- Maintenance repairs
- Power tools operation
Affiliations
- watching football
- riding motorcycles
- playing golf
- walking
- socialising
Timeline
HGV driver class 1
Woodside haulage
2019.05 - Current
HGV class 1 driver
Total cargo services
2018.06 - 2019.05
Grounds maintenance worker
envirocare
2017.10 - 2018.05
Grounds maintenance supervisor
pussy willows cattery
2016.06 - 2017.09
Postal worker
Royal Mail Delivery Office
1994.03 - 2016.06
GCSEs -
hutton grammar
1986.09 - 1991.06