Cameron Kerr
St Lawrence, Southminster,Essex
Summary
Safety-conscious reliable HIAB/HGV Operator with a proven track record of independently managing procedural requirements, compliance, time and stress during demanding lifting operations, abnormal load movements, and general transportation environments. Confident communicator with passion and experience in effective customer relations. Alert, aware and patient professional with strong spacial-awareness. Driven by learning and application of ever-changing technical requirements within the transportation industry. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute directly to company success and customer experience . Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
HIAB Operator/Class 1 HGV Driver
Webster Miller
West Thurrock, Thurrock
2023.07 - Current
- Perform independent specialist lifting operating a 70t/m lorry-mounted crane within heavily regulated environments such as airports, railways, military bases etc.
- Coordinate with lift supervisors, site managers, police, security, councils, railway signallers, escorts and the general public where applicable.
- Perform Carriage of Dangerous Goods (ADR) diligently ensuring equipment and documentation are present and appropriate according to legislation and procedural requirements.
- Transport oversized loads following movement orders and county-specific legislation where applicable.
- Safely operate a mixture of Rigid, Articulated and Wagon and Drag Heavy Goods Vehicles.
- Complete delivery, collections and machinery operation according to stringent health and safety regulations.
- Monitor vehicle performance and report faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
- Communicate with customers politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
HGV Class 1 Driver/HIAB Operator
Essex Bulk Services
West Thurrock, Essex
2022.12 - 2023.07
- Managed high-volume HGV deliveries across rural areas, manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
- Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
- Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
- Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
- Carried out basic crane maintenance for continued smooth running of essential equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded construction supplies and materials within desired timeframes.
- Determined crane load and evenly distributed weights to avoid accidents.
- Selected appropriate safety equipment to control risk of site hazards.
Stage Manager (Volunteer)
The Wednesday Players
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
2022.11 - 2023.01
- Collaborated with the directors to ensure appropriate props and set equipment were installed and well-maintained.
- Implemented prop movement changes in rehearsals, communicating effectively with the directors to enhance the final performance.
- Ensured rehearsal spaces were accurately and appropriately measured and set, aiding smooth transitions to theatre spaces.
- Oversaw the smooth running of each live show, working tirelessly to ensure exemplary quality standards throughout.
- Managed diverse aspects of cast and crew coordination, from backstage planning to costumes and prop setting.
- Assisted wider production team with ad-hoc support for productive workflows.
- Scheduled formal and informal production meetings to facilitate clear communication.
- Maintained secure, hazard-free working environment to promote team health and safety.
HGV Class 2 Driver
Driver Hire Romford
Romford, Havering
2022.10 - 2022.12
- Drive vehicles responsibly and safely, following British and EU Road transport regulations.
- Check items for safe loading and security, adhering to specified load capacity information.
- Assist with efficient loading and unloading company vehicles.
- Execute customer order deliveries accurately and efficiently, exceeding service expectations.
- Maintain clean, compliant company vehicles.
- Conduct Daily Vehicle Checks to ensure vehicle roadworthiness.
- Employ defensive driving technique to anticipate potential dangers and avoid collisions.
- Update customers of service delays for optimised clarity on delivery times.
- Assess delivery weights to maintain compliance with load limitations.
- Secure loads appropriately to eliminate damage and risk.
HGV Class 2 Driver
Driver Hire Southend & Basildon
Basildon, Essex
2021.10 - 2022.12
- Duties the same as above for employment with Driver Hire Romford, however on an ad hoc basis whilst within my previous employment as a Software Engineer, full time during the period September to October 2022, and ad hoc October 2021 to present.
Software Engineer/Team Lead
Ford Credit Europe
Laindon, Essex
2018.09 - 2022.09
- Implemented timely software upgrades and updates for minimal operational disruption.
- Supervised teams of 6+ in developing quality software systems exceeding business customer expectations.
- Designed new features and created innovative application prototypes.
- Performed system testing and troubleshooting, documenting issues and resolutions.
- Established reliable source control and DevOps strategies.
- Collaborated with customers to identify and resolve issues.
- Performed thorough application performance and function analysis, improving usability in line with client requirements.
- Tracked down and resolved bugs in fast-paced production environment.
- Wrote and implemented robust test cases for legitimate environment application testing.
- Performed security testing using results to identify and fix vulnerable areas.
- Championed goal setting and instilled culture of ongoing professional development to motivate workforce.
- Planned training schedules, prepared materials and booked necessary rooms and facilities adapted to specific needs of learners.
- Engaged professionals in industry-specific knowledge, techniques and methodologies.
- Developed soft skills by providing training in time-management, problem-solving, and effective communication.
Checkout Assistant
Tesco Extra
Pitsea, Essex
2017.03 - 2018.09
- Processed sales, exchange and refund transactions efficiently to reduce customer waiting times.
- Processed cash, cheque, credit and debit payments accurately and efficiently, minimising till discrepancies.
- Maintained excellent client satisfaction by providing professional, courteous customer service.
- Handled diverse customer queries, providing accurate store, product and service information.
- Recorded daily transaction information using POS systems, enabling stock success monitoring.
- Operated cash registers with proficiency during high-volume shopping times, reducing customer queues.
- Assisted customers with additional needs in transporting goods to vehicles, elevating client service.
- Performed accurate cash counts at store opening and closing.
- Delivered outstanding customer care with proactive sales and listening skills.
- Regularly cleaned and straightened work areas, ensuring stores stayed tidy in line with company standards.
- Checked notes carefully to spot counterfeit currency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Digital and Technology Solutions
University of Greenwich
Medway2022-07
A-Levels - Computer Science, Physics and Music Technology
The Sweyne Park School
Rayleigh2018-08
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Geography, Media Studies, Chinese
The Sweyne Park School
Rayleigh2016-08
Skills
- Operating Machinery Within Live Railway Environments
- Passenger Transport By 1965 Vintage Bus
- Passenger Carrying Vehicle (PCV) Qualified
- ALLMI Unlimited Lorry Loader (Hook) Qualified
- Working Within Highly Regulated and Security Controlled Environments
- Abnormal Load Movement Experience
- General Vehicle Maintenance Knowledge
- Adverse Weather Driving (Skid Control) Trained
- Working and Driving Time Regulations Adherence
- Digital Tachograph Operation
- CPC Tachograph and HGV1 License Card Holder
- Stage Management Experience
Hobbies
- Stage Management
- Backstage Tech
- Commercial Vehicle Preservation, Restoration, and Display
- Converting Motorhomes and Campervans
- Paddle Boarding
- Long Boarding
- Aerial Videography
- Air Training Corps – Sergeant Rank (Aged-Out July 2018)
- Software Development
- Flying Lessons
- Flight Simulator
- Stock Hatch Racing Pit Crew
Additional Qualifications and Experience
- Theatre Stage Management
- HIAB/Lorry Loader Qualified
- Aviation Studies Level 2 Diploma
- Leadership, Teamwork, Organisation and Discipline through service in the Royal Air Force Air Cadets 2014-2018
- Commercial Vehicle Motorhome Conversions
- Powered Flight Training (3 hours approximately)
- VHF/UHF Radio Communications - Air Training Corps
- Theatre Sound Desk Operations
- First Aid Trained (Certification Currently Expired)
- Knowledge and practical use of Logic Pro X (Digital Audio Workstation and MIDI sequencer)
Timeline
HIAB Operator/Class 1 HGV Driver
Webster Miller
2023.07 - Current
HGV Class 1 Driver/HIAB Operator
Essex Bulk Services
2022.12 - 2023.07
Stage Manager (Volunteer)
The Wednesday Players
2022.11 - 2023.01
HGV Class 2 Driver
Driver Hire Romford
2022.10 - 2022.12
HGV Class 2 Driver
Driver Hire Southend & Basildon
2021.10 - 2022.12
Software Engineer/Team Lead
Ford Credit Europe
2018.09 - 2022.09
Checkout Assistant
Tesco Extra
2017.03 - 2018.09
Bachelor of Science - Digital and Technology Solutions
University of Greenwich
A-Levels - Computer Science, Physics and Music Technology
The Sweyne Park School
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Geography, Media Studies, Chinese
The Sweyne Park School