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Darren Roberts

Swindon,Wiltshire

Summary

Skilled HGV Class 2 Driver with strong driving and time management skills. Works with minimal supervision and completes timely assignments. Proven to safely deliver good and maintain quality of truck.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

HGV class 2 driver Vacuum Tanker Driver

A Better Service
Reading
02.2022 - Current
  • Handled customer complaints with professionalism, maintaining company reputation.
  • Performed minor repairs on vehicles, minimising downtime.
  • Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
  • Safely transported goods by adhering to driving regulations.
  • Ensured vehicles were in safe condition by undertaking safety checks at start and end of shifts.
  • Maintained cleanliness of vehicle, promoting a professional image.

Plasterer

Roberts Construction Swindon Ltd
Swindon
12.2016 - 02.2022
  • Trained apprentices in trade skills to ensure continuity of craftsmanship.
  • Worked efficiently as part of a team, delivering projects on time and within scope.

HGV class 2 driver

Sehmi Builders Merchants
Reading
05.2013 - 12.2017
  • Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
  • Delivered customer orders accurately and on time.
  • Utilised GPS systems for efficient route planning.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, reducing turnaround times.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and destinations.
  • Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Followed strict route schedules for timely deliveries.

HGV class 2 driver

M'S Building Supplies
Reading
01.2011 - 12.2013
  • Performed minor repairs on vehicles, minimising downtime.
  • Demonstrated ability to manoeuvre vehicle in tight spaces.
  • Handled customer complaints with professionalism, maintaining company reputation.
  • Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and destinations.
  • Safely transported goods by adhering to driving regulations.
  • Adhered to all traffic laws whilst ensuring a safe driving record.

HGV class 2 driver

Peppard Building Supplies
Reading, West Berkshire
01.2010 - 11.2011
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, reducing turnaround times.
  • Adhered to all traffic laws whilst ensuring a safe driving record.
  • Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Safely transported goods by adhering to driving regulations.
  • Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
  • Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and destinations.

HGV class 2 driver

Meakin Building Supplies
Maidenhead, Windsor and Maidenhead
01.2000 - 12.2010
  • Improved fuel efficiency by adopting eco-driving techniques.
  • Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
  • Handled customer complaints with professionalism, maintaining company reputation.
  • Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Kept accurate records of hours worked and miles driven.

HGV class 2 driver

Keyline
Reading
01.1997 - 12.2001
  • Adhered to all traffic laws whilst ensuring a safe driving record.
  • Delivered customer orders accurately and on time.
  • Promoted safety by conducting emergency breakdown procedures systems for efficient route planning.
  • Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
  • Demonstrated ability to manoeuvre vehicle in tight spaces.

Machine operator

Biro Bic
Theale, West Berkshire
01.1990 - 12.1994
  • Identified and resolved machine malfunctions for enhanced productivity.
  • Adjusted machine settings to optimise performance.
  • Ensured smooth running of machinery by performing regular maintenance.
  • Conducted quality control checks, maintaining high product standards.

Apprentice plasterer

J E A Waters
Reading
01.1986 - 10.1990
  • Developed skill in using hand tools and machines typical for the trade, increasing efficiency on job site.
  • Cleaned equipment after use, maintaining workplace cleanliness and safety.

Education

C S E 'S - MATHS, PE, RE

Ashmead School
Reading
09.1981 - 06.1986

NVQ Level 2 - PLASTERING

Prospects Training International Ltd
Reading
02.2019 - 03.2019

Skills

  • Logbook maintenance knowledge
  • Accident reporting knowledge

Timeline

HGV class 2 driver Vacuum Tanker Driver

A Better Service
02.2022 - Current

NVQ Level 2 - PLASTERING

Prospects Training International Ltd
02.2019 - 03.2019

Plasterer

Roberts Construction Swindon Ltd
12.2016 - 02.2022

HGV class 2 driver

Sehmi Builders Merchants
05.2013 - 12.2017

HGV class 2 driver

M'S Building Supplies
01.2011 - 12.2013

HGV class 2 driver

Peppard Building Supplies
01.2010 - 11.2011

HGV class 2 driver

Meakin Building Supplies
01.2000 - 12.2010

HGV class 2 driver

Keyline
01.1997 - 12.2001

Machine operator

Biro Bic
01.1990 - 12.1994

Apprentice plasterer

J E A Waters
01.1986 - 10.1990

C S E 'S - MATHS, PE, RE

Ashmead School
09.1981 - 06.1986
Darren Roberts