Colin Lyttle
Belfast,Antrim
Summary
Experienced HGV driver of 25 years with background in managing high-volume HGV deliveries across rural and urban areas. Knowledgeable about vehicle maintenance and conducts full inspections prior to loading. Regularly exceeds delivery turnaround times through careful route planning.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
HGV class 1 driver
Montgomery Transport
Newtownabbey, Antrim
2016.11 - Current
- Over 25 years HGV driving experience .
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
- Operated heavy machinery safely by following standard operating procedures.
- ADR hazardous goods cert
- 16 years fork lift driving experience in busy builders yard
- Maintaining safety standards for the benefit of self, cargo and other road users.
- Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
- Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.
Class 1/2 HGV driver
Macnaughton Blair Builders merchants
Belfast, Antrim
1999.01 - 2016.11
- Worked long hours without compromising on work quality or safety.
- Provided excellent customer service.
- Managed heavy loads safely, adhering to weight limits and securement guidelines.
- Conducted daily inspections on HGV, ensuring optimal performance.
- 16 Years fork lift driving experience
Education
GCSEs -
Newtownbreda High School
Belfast 1988.09 - 1994.06
Skills
- Extensive motorway driving experience
- Skills in refrigerated transportation
- Efficient communication
- Driver cpc training
- Coupling and uncoupling
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Flexible working hours
- Trailer inspection
- Experience with multi-drop deliveries
- Knowledge of traffic laws
- Use of lifting equipment
- Strong navigation
- Cargo loading and unloading
- HGV safety compliance
- Exceptional timekeeping
- Cargo securing
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Class 1 HGV certified
- Driver CPC
- Tachograph operation
- Hazardous materials handling
Certification
CPC card 09/09/29
HGV class 1 UK Driving Licence 28/2/31
ADR Certificate 23/05/28
Timeline
HGV class 1 driver
Montgomery Transport
2016.11 - Current
Class 1/2 HGV driver
Macnaughton Blair Builders merchants
1999.01 - 2016.11
GCSEs -
Newtownbreda High School
1988.09 - 1994.06