David Golding
Reading,Berkshire
Summary
Experienced HGV Driver with over 23 years of driving expertise and a clean license. Holds current Driver CPC, Hiab License (Hook and Sling), and Driver Qualification Card. Demonstrated ability to deliver timber efficiently and safely, even in challenging conditions. Strong knowledge of driving regulations, load management, and health and safety standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work history
Class 2 HGV driver
Arnold Laver
Reading, Berkshire
02.2002 - 11.2025
- Operated Class 2 HGV vehicles with Hiab Hook and Sling while adhering to traffic regulations.
- Delivered goods efficiently across various regions, ensuring timely arrival and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained compliance with driving hours laws, preventing fatigue-related risks.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to uphold safety and performance standards.
- Liaised professionally with clients to foster positive relationships.
- Followed health and safety protocols during heavy goods handling, achieving zero injuries.
- Accurately recorded driving hours and complied with tachograph regulations.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to load and unload goods, adhering to proper handling procedures.
Multi drop delivery driver
Corporate Express
Reading, Berkshire
03.1998 - 01.2002
- Delivered 20 to 30 packages daily across designated routes while maintaining performance standards.
- Managed time effectively to adhere to tight delivery schedules and exceed customer expectations.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during all transportation activities.
- Resolved delivery issues promptly through effective communication with customers.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and receipts, ensuring accountability.
- Followed traffic laws diligently to guarantee safe transportation of goods.
- Participated in regular safety training sessions to improve on-the-job practices.
- Executed careful handling techniques to prevent damage during loading.
Education
N/A - Driving Goods Vehicles
ALLMI
Reading 11.2025 - 11.2025
NVQ Level 2 - Driving Goods Vehicles
City and Islington College
London, England 04.2010 - 04.2010
Skills
- Freight securing strategies
- Class 2 driving license
- CPC certification
- Tachograph management
- Manual handling proficiency
Hiab hook and sling expertise
- Safety awareness training
- Load securing protocols
- Palletized delivery techniques
- UK transportation compliance
- Weight check and stacking safety
- Curtain-side truck handling
Affiliations
- Travel - have travelled to many parts of the world including, China, Japan ,Thailand, USA and Iceland
Timeline
N/A - Driving Goods Vehicles
ALLMI
11.2025 - 11.2025
NVQ Level 2 - Driving Goods Vehicles
City and Islington College
04.2010 - 04.2010
Class 2 HGV driver
Arnold Laver
02.2002 - 11.2025
Multi drop delivery driver
Corporate Express
03.1998 - 01.2002