Darren Luck
Epsom,Surrey
Summary
Experienced Workshop Manager skilled in vehicle servicing, repairs and maintenance. Scheduled staff and resources strategically to maintain productivity and meet demand. Communicated and collaborated well for positive staff and customer environments.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Hard-working workshop manager/driver with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.
Reliable driver with nearly20 industry experience. Offers excellent communication and good judgment to effectively meet team needs. Proactive planner and problem solver.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Workshop manager
Kingman services
Greenhithe , Kent
2013.04 - Current
- Provided technical guidance to team members, enhancing overall performance.
- Monitored project timelines closely ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Implemented energy-efficient practices within the workshop, contributing towards organisational sustainability goals.
- Coordinated logistics to ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Achieved a reduction in workplace accidents through rigorous enforcement of health and safety regulations.
- Improved workflow management with effective scheduling and resource allocation.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues promptly, reducing downtime and losses.
- Ensured safety protocols with regular inspections and maintenance of equipment.
- Collaborated with suppliers for getting best deals on workshop materials and tools.
- Enhanced workshop efficiency by implementing streamlined operational processes.
- Maintained clear communication channels amongst team members, fostering a positive working environment.
- Managed workshop operations for improved productivity.
- Conducted quality control checks, ensuring high standards of workmanship.
- Prepared detailed reports on workshop activities to facilitate strategic planning decisions by senior management.
- Maintained workshops by arranging tool and stock maintenance and repair of equipment for best value.
- Guided workshop staff to consistently deliver on service and productivity targets.
- Oversaw staff leave planning, guaranteeing year-round consistent level of resources.
- Negotiated rates with suppliers and managed relations to maintain adequate levels of quality supplies.
- Enforced health and safety requirements for worker protection, keeping accidents and company liability at minimum.
HGV class 1 driver
Kingman services
Wimbledon , London
2007.04 - 2013.04
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, maintaining constant communication during trips.
- Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and nights to meet business needs.
- Loaded and unloaded goods carefully to prevent damage or loss of items.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.
- Operated heavy machinery safely by following standard operating procedures.
- Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
- Improved fuel economy through careful driving habits and efficient route planning.
- Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Identified potential hazards quickly for safe manoeuvring during difficult weather conditions.
- Managed stress effectively during high-traffic situations or unexpected route changes.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff for smooth loading and unloading operations.
- Conducted emergency repairs on-the-spot minimising delays in delivery timeframes.
- Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
- Used GPS systems proficiently for accurate route planning and navigation.
- Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
- Adopted defensive driving techniques reducing risk of accidents significantly.
- Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.
- Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
- Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
- Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.
- Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
- Offered flexibility in working hours, covering evening and weekend shifts to meet logistics demands.
- Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
- Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
- Managed high-volume HGV deliveries across rural areas, manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
- Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
- Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping across shift changes.
- Completed [Number] daily deliveries efficiently through careful route planning.
- Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
- Carried out handball loading safely and responsibly.
- Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
- Secured lorry loads appropriately to eliminate damage and risk.
- Transported goods, liquids, or materials in line with delivery requirements.
- Manoeuvred and parked vehicles safely, using hazard control.
- Tolerated high levels of stress when driving long distances and new routes.
- Completed delivery documentation promptly to track orders and incidents.
- Carried out regular vehicle maintenance to maintain smooth delivery logistics.
- Assessed delivery weights to maintain compliance with load limitations.
- Reacted calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
- Employed defensive driving technique to anticipate potential dangers and avoid collisions.
Education
GCSEs - English, maths, engineering, science
Raynes Park high school
Raynes park06.1995
Skills
- Machinery operation knowledge
- Equipment maintenance strategy
- Hand and power tools
- Employee performance evaluation
- Staff leadership
- Fabrications experience
- Estimates and quotations
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Negotiation
- Master scheduling
- Time-management
- Negotiation skills
- Welding safety precautions
- Product inspections
- Proactive approach
- Driving to a high professional standard
Timeline
Workshop manager
Kingman services
2013.04 - Current
HGV class 1 driver
Kingman services
2007.04 - 2013.04
GCSEs - English, maths, engineering, science
Raynes Park high school