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Christopher Cole

Irlam,Manchester

Summary

Professional driver with extensive expertise in safe driving, navigation, and customer service. Demonstrates mastery of defensive driving techniques to ensure passenger safety and proficiency in reading maps and using GPS for efficient route planning. Strong verbal communication skills facilitate effective interaction with passengers, addressing inquiries and concerns with a friendly demeanour. Skilled in time management, adhering to schedules while accommodating unexpected delays. Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance ensures routine checks and safety. Adaptable to changing conditions such as traffic or weather, with the capability to handle emergencies calmly and effectively.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Unemployed

unemployed
Manchester
05.2024 - Current

I am currently unemployed at the moment and I am currently doing a training course to gain my SIA licence.

Coach driver

Tyrers Coaches
Farnworth, Bolton
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Enhanced passenger safety by adhering to traffic rules and regulations.
  • Ensured punctuality for all routes by maintaining detailed travel logs.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with professional interaction and assistance.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness for enhanced passenger experience.

Freelance Coach Driver

self employed
Manchester
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Enhanced passenger safety by adhering to traffic rules and regulations.
  • Ensured punctuality for all routes by maintaining detailed travel logs.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with professional interaction and assistance.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness for enhanced passenger experience.

Coach driver

Tyrers Coaches
Farnworth, Bolton
11.2019 - 03.2021
  • Enhanced passenger safety by adhering to traffic rules and regulations.
  • Ensured punctuality for all routes by maintaining detailed travel logs.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with professional interaction and assistance.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness for enhanced passenger experience.

Coach driver

Swans Travel
Chadderton, Manchester
10.2017 - 11.2019
  • Enhanced passenger safety by adhering to traffic rules and regulations.
  • Ensured punctuality for all routes by maintaining detailed travel logs.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with professional interaction and assistance.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness for enhanced passenger experience.

Bus Driver

First Manchester
Manchester
12.2016 - 10.2017

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  • Ensured passenger safety by adhering to all traffic regulations.
  • Undertook routine vehicle inspections for safe driving conditions.
  • Provided excellent customer service to passengers, ensuring a comfortable journey.
  • Navigated different routes efficiently to reach destinations on time.
  • Operated ticket machines correctly, guaranteeing accurate fare collection.
  • Maintained punctuality for smooth running of timetable schedules.
  • Followed company policies strictly, upholding professional standards at all times.
  • Assisted passengers with difficulties or disabilities to safely board and disembark buses.
  • Covered weekend shifts to optimise service levels.

C.D.A/Picker/Checkouts

Tesco
Burnage
03.2015 - 12.2016
  • Ensured order accuracy by meticulously picking and packing goods.
  • Assisted in loading lorries, facilitating swift dispatch of orders.
  • Serve customers quickly, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Followed safety standards for carrying, moving and storing customers orders.
  • Communicated issues and incidents to supervisors, reducing backlogs with proactive responses.
  • Deliver orders to customers houses.

Fork Lift Truck Driver

Kellogg’s
Trafford Park, Trafford
07.2013 - 03.2015
  • Enhanced safety by adhering to all company and legal forklift operation guidelines.
  • Loaded containers for international shipping, ensuring secure transportation of goods.
  • Transported pallets of goods to designated areas, continuously meeting productivity targets.
  • Picked and transported goods for shipping or collection within minutes.
  • Maintained clear and hazard-free work sites.
  • Kept surrounding areas clean and free from obstructions and spills to minimise accidents.
  • Operated lifting trucks with care, prioritising safety of staff and goods.

Army

Royal Logistic Corps
worldwide
02.2008 - 02.2013


  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Assistant Manager

The Old Pint Pot
Salford
09.2004 - 01.2008
  • Provided excellent customer service leading to repeat business and customer loyalty.
  • Assisted in recruitment process to build an effective workforce.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the pub.
  • Created a positive work environment, resulting in higher employee morale.
  • Conducted team meetings on a regular basis, promoting open communication within the team.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness, enhancing shopping experience for customers.
  • Managed cash registers accurately reducing discrepancies at end of day reconciliation.

Army

Royal Irish Regiment
Worldwide
05.1998 - 08.2004
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Education

GCSEs - High School

ST Patrick R.C High School
Eccles, Salford
09.1992 - 05.1997

Skills

  • Safe Driving: Mastery of defensive driving techniques to ensure passenger safety
  • Navigation: Proficiency in reading maps and using GPS for efficient route planning
  • Communication: Strong verbal skills to interact with passengers and provide information
  • Customer Service: Ability to handle passenger inquiries and concerns with a friendly demeanor
  • Time Management: Skill in adhering to schedules while allowing for unexpected delays
  • Vehicle Maintenance: Basic knowledge of mechanical issues and routine checks to ensure safety
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust routes or plans due to traffic or weather conditions
  • Crisis Management: Capability to handle emergencies calmly and effectively, ensuring passenger safety

Custom

In my spare time I enjoy going to the cinema and bowling I also enjoy playing pool and rugby. I like to listen to music as I like a wide range of music.

Affiliations

  • I am passionate about watching rugby league, I enjoy sharing the excitement of the game with family. Weekend matches offer a great opportunity to bond and create lasting memories. I value the sense of community that sports bring and the chance to unwind with loved ones. These moments of togetherness build teamwork and communication in all areas of life.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Unemployed

unemployed
05.2024 - Current

Coach driver

Tyrers Coaches
04.2023 - 05.2024

Freelance Coach Driver

self employed
03.2021 - 04.2023

Coach driver

Tyrers Coaches
11.2019 - 03.2021

Coach driver

Swans Travel
10.2017 - 11.2019

Bus Driver

First Manchester
12.2016 - 10.2017

C.D.A/Picker/Checkouts

Tesco
03.2015 - 12.2016

Fork Lift Truck Driver

Kellogg’s
07.2013 - 03.2015

Army

Royal Logistic Corps
02.2008 - 02.2013

Assistant Manager

The Old Pint Pot
09.2004 - 01.2008

Army

Royal Irish Regiment
05.1998 - 08.2004

GCSEs - High School

ST Patrick R.C High School
09.1992 - 05.1997
Christopher Cole