Andrew Law
Leamington Spa,Warwickshire
Summary
Skilled HGV driver with extensive experience in long-distance and multi-drop deliveries. Proficient in safe parking, tachograph management, and satnav systems. Strong knowledge of UK transportation laws and HGV safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety. Experienced in crisis management and eco-driving techniques, consistently achieving punctual deliveries while performing basic maintenance and emergency repairs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
HGV Class 1 Driver
Adr Network
Corby, Northamptonshire
2025.06 - Current
- Improved fuel economy through careful driving habits and efficient route planning.
- Maintained safety standards for the benefit of self, cargo and other road users.
- Identified potential hazards quickly for safe manoeuvring during difficult weather conditions.
- Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, maintaining constant communication during trips.
- 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.
- Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
- Managed stress effectively during high-traffic situations or unexpected route changes.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff for smooth loading and unloading operations.
- Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and nights to meet business needs.
- Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
- Used GPS systems proficiently for accurate route planning and navigation.
- Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
- Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
- Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
LGV Class 1 Driver
Logistics People
Corby, Northamptonshire
2021.08 - 2025.06
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers about delays or problems on the route for prompt resolution.
- Delivered goods on time by strictly adhering to schedules and route plans.
- Demonstrated exceptional navigation skills to ensure efficient route planning.
- Identified issues during pre-trip inspection, preventing potential breakdowns or accidents on the road.
- Performed daily inspections of vehicle to maintain optimum performance.
HGV class 1 driver
Skelcher Express
Southam, Warwickshire
2004.02 - 2021.08
- Managed stress effectively during high-traffic situations or unexpected route changes.
- Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
- Identified potential hazards quickly for safe manoeuvring during difficult weather conditions.
- Operated heavy machinery safely by following standard operating procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
- Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.
- Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
- Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and nights to meet business needs.
- Used GPS systems proficiently for accurate route planning and navigation.
- Maintained safety standards for the benefit of self, cargo and other road users.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff for smooth loading and unloading operations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, maintaining constant communication during trips.
- Loaded and unloaded goods carefully to prevent damage or loss of items.
- Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.
- Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
- Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.
- Carried out tramping and trunking, meeting daily delivery targets.
Education
GCSEs -
Priory Hall
Kenilworth 1979.09 - 1983.06
Skills
- Punctual delivery
- Knowledge of traffic laws
- CPC certified
- Long-Distance trip experience
- Use of satnav systems
- Tachograph management
- Extensive motorway driving experience
- Safe and efficient parking
- Knowledge on emergency repair
- Eco-Driving techniques
- Coupling and uncoupling
- Trailer inspection
- Efficient communication
- Crisis situation management
- Wide load experience
- Flexible working hours
- Experience with multi-drop deliveries
- Safety compliance
- Driving policies
- Cargo securing
- UK transportation laws
- HGV safety compliance
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Curtainsider loading
Affiliations
- Scuba Diving
- Follow F1
- Lego
- Cycling - Mountain Bike off Road
Certification
I've been in Transport for more than 30yrs, worked my way up from warehouse through vehicle sizes to Class 1 which been driving for last 25yrs all over UK.
Timeline
HGV Class 1 Driver
Adr Network
2025.06 - Current
LGV Class 1 Driver
Logistics People
2021.08 - 2025.06
HGV class 1 driver
Skelcher Express
2004.02 - 2021.08
GCSEs -
Priory Hall
1979.09 - 1983.06