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Andris Smirnovs

Andris Smirnovs

Burton Upon Trent,Staffordshire

Summary

Highly skilled logistics professional with extensive expertise in Class 1 driving, CPC certification, and digital tachograph operation. Proficient in operating various machinery including counterbalance, reach truck, teletruk, combi-lift, and PPT.

Committed to ensuring efficient and safe operations while striving for continuous improvement in logistical processes.

Confident and professional individual committed to delivering safe driving and excellent customer service. Regularly exceeds delivery performance targets through careful route planning.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

HGV Class 1 Driver

Staffline/DHL Trade Team
Burton Upon Trent
07.2022 - 04.2025
  • Operate Class 1 vehicles for nationwide deliveries and collections
  • Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods while maintaining customer satisfaction
  • Conduct daily vehicle checks and complete necessary documentation
  • Maintain excellent communication with warehouse and dispatch teams
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
  • Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
  • Adopted defensive driving techniques reducing risk of accidents significantly.
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.

HGV Class 1 Driver

Various agencies
Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Loaded and unloaded goods carefully to prevent damage or loss of items.
  • Adopted defensive driving techniques reducing risk of accidents significantly.

HGV Class 2 Driver

Kuehne Nagel
England, Derbyshire
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Attended regular training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of transport regulations.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and destinations.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, reducing turnaround times.
  • Improved fuel efficiency by adopting eco-driving techniques.

HGV Class 2 Driver

ATL
England, Derbyshire
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
  • Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
  • Demonstrated ability to manoeuvre vehicle in tight spaces.

Logistics Operative

Unilever
England, Staffordshire
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • Performed administrative tasks including data entry, stock reconciliation, and reporting using SAP
  • Managed physical inventory (PI) counts and ensured KPI targets were consistently met
  • Maintained quality control standards across production and logistics workflows
  • Operated on the production line and contributed to planning and scheduling operations
  • Certified to operate multiple MHEs, including Forklift Truck (Reach Truck, Counterbalance-double pallet handler) and PPT
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline warehouse operations and improve safety protocols

Warehouse Team Member

JCB World Parts Centre
England, Staffordshire
09.2018 - 07.2020
  • Performed daily warehouse operations including goods receipt, inventory handling, and stock movement
  • Operated a variety of MHEs including Reach Truck, Teletruk, Four-Way (Combi-lift), Order Picker, and PPT
  • Managed administrative tasks related to order processing and stock control
  • Participated in a special infrastructure project to optimize warehouse space (pipe project, yard and rest area creation)
  • Recognized by supervisors and peers for setting a strong example in work ethic and teamwork
  • Actively contributed to safety culture by reporting near misses and initiating safety conversations with colleagues

Education

Secondary Education -

Sport Gymnasium of Murjani
Riga, Latvia
09.2005 - 05.2010

Primary Education -

Ventspils 4th Secondary School
Ventspils, Latvia
09.1997 - 05.2005

Skills

  • HGV1/Class 1 License
  • CPC
  • Digital Tachograph
  • Counterbalance
  • Reach Truck
  • Teletruck
  • Four way
  • PPT
  • SAP
  • Communication
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Logistical planning
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • Customer Service

Certification

UK Full Driving Licence (HGV1/Class 1), CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence), Digital Tachograph Card, Counterbalance Forklift (including double pallet handler), Reach Truck, Teletruk, Four-Way (Combi-lift), Order Picker, Powered Pallet Truck (PPT), Safe Use of Forklift Truck Fork Extensions, Operation Procedure Excellence (OPEX), Aviation Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR), Food Safety and Manufacturing, Preparatory High School Diploma

Languages

Latvian
Native
Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Enjoys sports and outdoor activities; regularly listens to educational podcasts on history, logistics, and professional development. Trilingual in Latvian, Russian, and English

Timeline

HGV Class 1 Driver

Staffline/DHL Trade Team
07.2022 - 04.2025

HGV Class 1 Driver

Various agencies
03.2022 - 07.2022

HGV Class 2 Driver

Kuehne Nagel
10.2021 - 03.2022

HGV Class 2 Driver

ATL
08.2021 - 10.2021

Logistics Operative

Unilever
07.2020 - 07.2021

Warehouse Team Member

JCB World Parts Centre
09.2018 - 07.2020

Secondary Education -

Sport Gymnasium of Murjani
09.2005 - 05.2010

Primary Education -

Ventspils 4th Secondary School
09.1997 - 05.2005

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