Andrew Robinson
Hemingford Grey,Cambridgeshire
Summary
Experienced lorry driver with a Class 2 licence and a strong background in operating GPS systems, mechanical comprehension, and traffic rule compliance. Proficient in driving in difficult conditions, securing freight, and conducting thorough vehicle checks. Holds a forklift driving certificate and demonstrates expertise in manual handling and the Highway Code. Committed to ensuring safe and efficient transportation of goods while maintaining high standards of navigational understanding and lorry operation.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Regional sales manager
optima metal services
Kings Lynn, Norfolk
08.2019 - 12.2024
- Developed customer relationships for improved sales performance.
- Maintained a high level of product knowledge to enhance client consultations.
- Communicated effectively with potential customers, generating interest in products.
- Negotiated contracts to secure lucrative deals.
- Generated leads through networking activities, improving prospect pipeline.
HGV class 2 driver & sales representative
south essex stockholders
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
08.1997 - 07.2019
- Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
- Handled customer complaints with professionalism, maintaining company reputation.
- Promoted safety by conducting emergency breakdown procedures properly.
- Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
- Safely transported goods by adhering to driving regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness of vehicle, promoting a professional image.
Platoon sergeant
HM Forces
uk & overseas, uk
07.1978 - 06.1997
- Ensured effective communication between platoon members by organising daily briefings.
- Developed an efficient team for successful missions through rigorous training programmes.
- Maintained high morale in the platoon with regular motivational talks.
- Led numerous successful operations to establish peace in conflict zones.
- Implemented strict adherence to military codes, promoting discipline within the unit.
- Devised operational strategies for achieving mission objectives swiftly.
Education
o, level - general
greensward comprehensive
Hockley, Essex 02.1972 - 03.1977
Skills
- Mastery of gps systems
- Mechanical comprehension
- Use of tachograph
- Navigational understanding
- Traffic rule compliance
- Driving in difficult conditions
- Lorry operation
- Freight securing
- Understanding of vehicle checks
- Class 2 licence holder
- Forklift driving certificated
- Manual handling
- Highway Code knowledge
Affiliations
- motorbikes, rugby, socialising
Languages
German
Fluent
Accomplishments
gsm, general service medal...northern Ireland
un, united nations medal...peace keeping cyprus
lsgc, long service good conduct medal
Certification
hgv class 2
psv class 1
tracked vehicle
forktruck
counter balance fork truck
overhead crane
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Regional sales manager
optima metal services
08.2019 - 12.2024
HGV class 2 driver & sales representative
south essex stockholders
08.1997 - 07.2019
Platoon sergeant
HM Forces
07.1978 - 06.1997
o, level - general
greensward comprehensive
02.1972 - 03.1977
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