Andrew Weatheritt
Newmains,North Lanarkshire
Summary
Organised and proactive individual with background in logistics and leadership, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills. Skilled in coordinating complex schedules and managing teams. Ready to drive operational efficiency and enhance service performance in a Transport Managerial role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Transport Manager
HFD Scotland
Motherwell, North Lanarkshire
08.2022 - Current
- Improved fleet efficiency by implementing innovative scheduling and route planning.
- Developed comprehensive training programmes for new hires, boosting overall team competency.
- Ensured compliance with transport laws and regulations to maintain safety standards.
- Managed vehicle maintenance schedules to prevent unexpected breakdowns and delays.
- Implemented a system to track vehicles real-time, improving the reliability of deliveries.
- Coordinated logistics operations efficiently for timely delivery of goods.
- Handled emergency situations effectively, minimising downtime and disruption to services.
- Streamlined administrative procedures resulting in more efficient operations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly maintaining good relations with clients.
- Kept all company logs and records updated, recording daily details of work performed.
- Coordinated and managed allocation of drivers and vehicles to service network, guaranteeing efficient, accurate deliveries.
- Participated in recruitment, selection and induction of new drivers.
- Assisted with employee relations issues, addressing disciplinaries, grievances, investigations and absences.
- Evaluated team performance and highlighted opportunities to improve productivity and fuel efficiency.
- Coordinated staff training and development opportunities to enhance job-specific skills.
- Maintain KPI targets set by Head Office
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations across all areas of the business.
- Mitigated risk by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety guidelines within the team.
- Communicated with drivers to address accurate start times, load information and route issues.
- Undertake audits on satalite depots
HGV class 1 driver
HFD Scotland
Motherwell, North Lanarkshire
05.2016 - 08.2022
- Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.
- Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Used GPS systems proficiently for accurate route planning and navigation.
- Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and nights to meet business needs.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff for smooth loading and unloading operations.
- Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
- Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
- Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
HGV class 2 driver
Flanagan Flooring Distributors
Baillieston, Glasgow
02.2013 - 05.2016
- Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
- Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
- Followed strict route schedules for timely deliveries.
- Safely transported goods by adhering to driving regulations.
- Delivered customer orders accurately and on time.
- Kept accurate records of hours worked and miles driven.
- Attended regular training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of transport regulations.
- Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and destinations.
- Ensured vehicles were in safe condition by undertaking safety checks at start and end of shifts.
- Performed numerous full load and multi-drop deliveries, consistently working within company targets.
- Loaded and unloaded goods using forklift trucks and following safety standards.
Education
GCSEs -
Bedlingtonshire Community High School
Bedlington, NorthumberlandSkills
- Fleet management
- Route planning
- Transport regulation compliance
- Transportation software proficiency
- Effective communication
- Logistics analysis
- Crisis management
- Adaptable decision making
- Performance monitoring
- Staff supervision
- Tachograph regulations
Timeline
Assistant Transport Manager
HFD Scotland
08.2022 - Current
HGV class 1 driver
HFD Scotland
05.2016 - 08.2022
HGV class 2 driver
Flanagan Flooring Distributors
02.2013 - 05.2016
GCSEs -
Bedlingtonshire Community High School
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