David Spain
Eastham,Wirral
Summary
Highly skilled HGV driver with extensive experience in night driving and a strong understanding of loading restraints and load safety awareness. Demonstrates strict time management, adaptability to unpredictable conditions, and effective judgement in tight spaces. Proficient in GPS navigation, defensive driving practices, and fuel-efficient driving techniques. Holds an HGV licence class 1 with a clean driving record and expertise in lorry inspection routines, cargo safety procedures, and basic vehicle maintenance. Committed to maintaining high standards of courteous driving and record-keeping discipline while ensuring optimal load distribution and truck safety inspections. Career goal: to leverage skills in HGV tanker operation and curtain side truck operation for enhanced transport efficiency.
Reliable HGV Driver Class 1 with extensive experience in long-haul and local deliveries. Known for maintaining impeccable safety records and ensuring timely deliveries. Skilled in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and customer service, contributing to seamless logistics operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
HGV driver class 1
Woodland logistics
Bromborough, Wirral
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated heavy goods vehicle to deliver goods safely and efficiently across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation to track mileage and fuel consumption.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to load and unload cargo, ensuring proper handling and storage.
HGV class 1 driver
Culina Group
Appleton, Warrington
01.2023 - 06.2025
- Operated heavy goods vehicle to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and traffic laws during journeys.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and report any issues.
- Communicated with logistics teams to receive updated delivery instructions and schedules.
HGV class 1 driver
Hoylake Commercials
Hoylake, Wirral
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Operated heavy goods vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and traffic laws.
- Delivered goods to various locations efficiently while ensuring timely arrivals.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to maintain operational safety and reliability.
- Collaborated with logistics teams to coordinate deliveries and optimise routes.
HGV class 1 driver
Downton logistics
Preston brook, Cheshire
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Delivered goods safely and efficiently to various locations across the country.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate timely deliveries and resolve issues.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance activities.
Education
GCSEs -
Sutton Secondary
Ellesmere Port, Cheshire 09.1978 - 05.1982
Skills
- Night driving experience
- Understanding of loading restraints
- Load safety awareness
- Speed limit adherence
- Adaptable to unpredictable conditions
- Strict time management
- Experience with night drives
- GPS navigation utilisation
- Lorry inspection routine
- HGV licence class 1
- Self-Discipline in lone working
- Courteous driving
- Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge
- Confidence in tight spaces
- Fuel efficiency maximising
- Flexible approach to work
- Tacho card possession
- Fuel-efficient driving
- HGV tanker operation
- HGV maintenance
- Clean driving record
Timeline
HGV driver class 1
Woodland logistics
06.2025 - 12.2025
HGV class 1 driver
Culina Group
01.2023 - 06.2025
HGV class 1 driver
Hoylake Commercials
10.2020 - 01.2023
HGV class 1 driver
Downton logistics
01.2017 - 10.2020
GCSEs -
Sutton Secondary
09.1978 - 05.1982