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David Fisher

Newton Abbot,Devon

Summary

Alert individual with proven success facilitating smooth logistical operations in line with set schedule. Excellent observational, reporting and communication skills. Responsible individual pays attention to detail and works well under pressure.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Reliable, safety-conscious, alert individual. Communicates politely and delivers excellent customer service. Uses exceptional time-management and navigation skills to maximise routes.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Train driver

Southeastern Railway
Ashford, Kent
10.2015 - 08.2022
  • Acted and adjusted driving techniques to suit prevailing weather conditions.
  • Executed recovery of automated train systems in emergency cases.
  • Responded to service faults and failures by reporting to control room.
  • Performed pre-trip train inspections before departure to safeguard passenger and staff wellbeing.
  • Upheld passenger safety by observing signals, nearby traffic and track conditions.
  • Minimised delays to travelling passengers by promptly reporting defects to engineers.
  • Monitored and moderated train speed to guarantee safe travel.
  • Maintained focus and situational awareness of conditions on train networks to guarantee smooth train operations.
  • Followed strict timetables to operate trains from stations and depots to specified destinations.
  • Exchanged information with other drivers, station guards and security officers to maintain cohesive services.
  • Absorbed and retained knowledge of rules, regulations and operating notices for maintaining smooth train operations.

Train Driver

London Overground Rail Operations Ltd.
London, Euston, London
01.2002 - 09.2015

See above.

Patient transport driver

Camden Community Transport
London, St Bartholomews and Royal Free Hospital, London
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Used safe manual lifting and manoeuvering techniques for good patient mobility.
  • Met strict driving schedules to maintain hospital appointment times.
  • Advised patients and clinical staff of journey delays for improved planning.
  • Demonstrated good local road knowledge for timely route planning and navigation.
  • Kept physically fit to achieve heavy lifting duties safely and responsibly.
  • Gathered patient belongings and records for smooth hospital transfers.
  • Confirmed vehicle safety and function ahead of use for reliable patient transportation.

Van delivery driver

Square Moves Ltd.
London, London
01.1995 - 01.1999
  • Safely and efficiently loaded 1+ parcels on a same day basis for smooth-running delivery.
  • Safely operated 1-ton vans, delivering goods to 1-25 addresses per day.
  • Performed vehicle safety checks, identified issues and arranged prompt repair to minimise delivery disruptions.
  • Carried out 1+ Overnight local collections to specifications.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Open University
London
10.2009 - 06.2014

GCSEs - Maths, English, Integrated science, Geography, French

Hampstead Comprehensive
London
09.1970 - 06.1977

Skills


  • Item collection
  • Manual loading and unloading
  • Vehicle safety checks
  • Route planning and knowledge
  • Self-motivated
  • Multidrop delivery
  • Road safety
  • Customer service
  • Vehicle defect reporting
  • Customer interaction and engagement
  • Passenger liaison
  • Public announcement system operation
  • Two-way radio operation
  • Critical incident reporting
  • Safety inspections
  • Emergency procedures
  • Timetable management

Timeline

Train driver

Southeastern Railway
10.2015 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - English

Open University
10.2009 - 06.2014

Train Driver

London Overground Rail Operations Ltd.
01.2002 - 09.2015

Patient transport driver

Camden Community Transport
01.1999 - 01.2002

Van delivery driver

Square Moves Ltd.
01.1995 - 01.1999

GCSEs - Maths, English, Integrated science, Geography, French

Hampstead Comprehensive
09.1970 - 06.1977
David Fisher