Colin Parsons
Bracknell,Berkshire
Summary
Highly skilled professional driver with extensive expertise in transport safety, route planning, and vehicle inspections. Demonstrates advanced spatial awareness, defensive driving techniques, and a strong understanding of road laws and transport regulations. Proficient in GPS operation, digital tachograph reporting, and fuel-efficient driving practices, ensuring punctuality and reliability across multi-drop routes. Adept at handling stress, navigating adverse conditions, and adapting to weather changes while maintaining health and safety compliance. Committed to delivering exceptional service through cultural awareness, interpersonal communication, and strategic planning.
Competent Driver with excellent organizational and multitasking skills dedicated to achieving challenging delivery timetables. Trained in basic maintenance, repairs and vehicle maintenance. Detail-oriented in meeting daily business and customer needs.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Driver and Installer
John Lewis Partnership
Reading, Berkshire
01.2002 - 08.2025
- Delivered goods safely by adhering to strict road safety rules.
- Followed route schedules, improved punctuality.
- Resolved logistical issues swiftly to ensure on-time deliveries.
- Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and shortcuts via diligent planning.
- Provided reliable service as a result of meticulous attention to detail.
Technician
Panasonic
Thactcham, Berkshire
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Conducted diagnostic tests for identifying faults and malfunctions.
- Contributed to team targets by providing support during high-priority projects.
- Identified potential issues through meticulous evaluation of technical specifications and blueprints, prevented costly repairs.
- Utilised specialist tools to assemble parts of machinery diligently.
- Maintained a clean working environment, upheld compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Followed detailed schematics to ensure precision in assembly works, improved product quality.
- Applied practical solutions to address recurring system issues, boosted productivity levels considerably.
- Improved safety with regular inspection of electrical systems and components.
- Coordinated closely with wider team members for successful completion of tasks within deadlines.
- Removed and replaced worn and damaged components to reduce risk of breakdowns.
- Programmed and operated specialised equipment and verified proper functionality.
- Collaborated with engineers, technicians and maintenance personnel to complete projects.
- Adjusted equipment to enhance performance and meet requirements.
Technician
Nokia
Camberley, Surrey
08.1999 - 12.2001
- Prepared detailed reports post inspection, facilitated informed decision making.
- Followed detailed schematics to ensure precision in assembly works, improved product quality.
- Coordinated closely with wider team members for successful completion of tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted in the design and development of new equipment, enhanced innovation.
Night shift Warehouse shop assistant
Marks & Spencers
Camberley, Surrey
09.1992 - 05.1999
- Maintained clean, appealing shop environment for comfortable shopping experience.
- Directed customers towards fitting rooms when needed for convenient try-on experience.
- Handled cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions.
- Collaborated effectively with team members during busy periods.
- Completed restocking swiftly post delivery arrival to ensure immediate product availability.
- Managed stock levels on shop floor for continuous product availability.
- Communicated effectively with suppliers on delivery schedules, ensuring timely replenishments.
- Identified discrepancies in stocks through regular inventory management.
Education
City and Guild - Vehicle Engineering
Farnborough Technical College
Hampshire 09.1990 - 07.1992
GCSEs -
Cove Comprehensive School
Farnborough 09.1985 - 07.1990
Skills
- Safe loading practices
- Tachograph operation
- Transport safety expertise
- Knowledge of transport regulations
- Road law comprehension
- Digital tachograph reporting
- Route planning and multi-drop logistics
Accomplishments
Awards Received
Received Safe Driving silver certificates issued by the John Lewis Partnership.These certificates are given for having been free from avoidable accidents.
Affiliations
- I like being outdoors i play tennis for local lta leagues,walking and gardening
Timeline
Driver and Installer
John Lewis Partnership
01.2002 - 08.2025
Technician
Panasonic
01.2000 - 01.2002
Technician
Nokia
08.1999 - 12.2001
Night shift Warehouse shop assistant
Marks & Spencers
09.1992 - 05.1999
City and Guild - Vehicle Engineering
Farnborough Technical College
09.1990 - 07.1992
GCSEs -
Cove Comprehensive School
09.1985 - 07.1990