Douglas Aitken
London,Greater London
Summary
Experienced courier with expertise in pharmaceutical deliveries and overnight courier services. Demonstrates proficiency in electronic scanner utilisation, inventory control, and electronic proof-of-delivery apps. Skilled in route navigation and coordinating efficient routes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery documentation. Committed to vehicle safety checks and inspections, with a flexible attitude towards adapting to dynamic delivery environments. Possesses strong geographical knowledge and conflict resolution skills, aiming to optimise delivery operations while maintaining high standards of service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Motorbike Courier
Xtra Mile
London, England
04.2022 - 11.2024
- Performed minor vehicle repairs timely, reducing downtime due to breakdowns.
- Sorted packages according to their destination zones efficiently increasing productivity.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch team for seamless operations.
- Followed company protocols strictly to maintain good service standards.
- Checked vehicle daily for optimal safety on the road.
- Reduced late deliveries through effective route planning.
- Accelerated delivery times by prioritising urgent parcels.
- Loaded and unloaded goods carefully for prevention of damage.
- Offered excellent customer service that led to increased client retention rate.
Van Driver
City Sprint
London, England
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Filled out paperwork accurately, reducing administrative errors in delivery records.
- Followed all driving regulations for safety assurance on the road.
- Enhanced company reputation through courteous interactions with customers during deliveries.
- Kept accurate records of mileage, fuel costs and expenses for accountability purposes.
- Worked flexible hours including weekends and holidays to meet business requirements.
- Loaded vans according to schedule deadlines, ensuring punctual departures for deliveries.
Warehouseman
Cartwright Brice
Leeds, England
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Kept abreast with occupational hazards, promoting a safe work environment.
- Managed warehouse supplies with regular checks and reordering when necessary.
- Reduced delivery times with effective coordination of dispatch schedules.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by implementing new stock management system.
- Maintained employee safety through observation of surroundings when moving cargo.
- Recorded number and quality of products, taking appropriate action of defective items.
Education
GCSEs - Many
Rheindahlen School
Germasny 09.1990 - 06.1992
Skills
- Electronic scanner utilisation
- Inventory control knowledge
- Electronic proof-of-delivery apps usage
- Pharmaceutical deliveries
- Route navigation
- Vehicle inspections
- Overnight courier service
- Coordinating efficient routes
- Conflict Resolution
- Strong geographical knowledge
- Vehicle safety checks
- Delivery documentation
- Flexible attitude
Affiliations
- Football, history and chess.
Certification
Full car and motorbike license no points.
Timeline
Motorbike Courier
Xtra Mile
04.2022 - 11.2024
Van Driver
City Sprint
10.2018 - 02.2022
Warehouseman
Cartwright Brice
01.2013 - 08.2017
GCSEs - Many
Rheindahlen School
09.1990 - 06.1992
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