Gary Clarke
Stalybridge, Heyrod,Cheshire
Summary
Experienced and safety-conscious professional with expertise in skip lorry handling, route planning, and defensive driving. Proficient in operating digital tachograph systems, maintaining logbooks, and ensuring safe reversing and parking under diverse weather conditions. Skilled in basic truck repairs, use of ratchet straps, and maintaining focus during long hauls or traffic delays. Adept at adapting to challenging environments while prioritising safety and efficiency. Committed to delivering reliable transport solutions with a strong emphasis on vehicle maintenance and operational excellence.
Specialising in waste management with focus on skip driving. Capable of ensuring timely delivery and collection of skips while adhering to safety regulations. Brings forth skills in route planning, load handling and customer service to contribute to smooth operations.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Skip driver
self employed
Stalybridge, Tameside
2010.01 - 2025.01
- Oversaw minor repair tasks on lorry to contribute to resource efficiency and minimise downtime.
- Executed daily vehicle inspections to uphold enhanced road safety compliance standards.
- Managed safe loading and unloading of skips, ensuring meticulous attention to operational details.
- Delivered exceptional service by meeting client needs regarding specific location placements or removals of skips.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws whilst on duty, promoting a positive company image on the roadways.
- Provided punctual services, resulting in increased customer satisfaction ratings.
- Maintained clean working environment, contributing to overall safety and organisation.
- Upheld cleanliness standards within company vehicles, fostering a professional image.
- Assisted in waste management processes for effective disposal of collected materials.
- Utilised knowledge of local area to streamline route planning and improve efficiency of collections and deliveries.
- Demonstrated excellent driving skills to ensure timely skip deliveries and collections.
- Completed deliveries with smile and patient, personalised service.
- Avoided road congestion by taking alternative routes where possible.
- Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
- Secured lorry loads appropriately to eliminate damage and risk.
- Manoeuvred and parked vehicles safely, using hazard control.
- Kept accurate, up-to-date logbooks for personal workload monitoring.
- Performed manual labour under various weather conditions, showing resilience and dedication.
- Followed correct procedures for hazardous waste disposal, ensuring safety.
- Operated waste collection vehicle efficiently to complete daily routes.
- Collected refuse from [Number]+ properties per day.
Waste disposal operative
self employed
Stalybridge, Tameside
2005.01 - 2010.01
- Operated heavy machinery for efficient waste handling.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with collected refuse; maintained workplace cleanliness.
- Cleaned local areas for a healthier community.
- Assisted in training new employees on safety measures and company policies.
FLT driver
Tesco Distribution Centre
Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside
1991.03 - 2005.02
- Adhered to all company policies, contributing to a professional working environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects on time.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks to meet tight delivery schedules.
- Ensured smooth workflow by maintaining clean, organised work area.
- Completed orders promptly, meeting customer expectations consistently.
Army soldier
HM Armed Forces
York, England
1980.03 - 1985.09
- Operated advanced military technology equipment; streamlined data collection processes.
- Conducted risk assessments before field operations, minimising potential hazards and risks to troops' welfare.
- Conducted regular equipment checks for optimal operational efficiency.
- Maintained high personal fitness levels, meeting stringent army requirements consistently.
Education
GCSEs -
west hill high school
Manchester 1970.03 - 1976.06
Skills
- Skip lorry handling
- Route planning expertise
- Digital tachograph card
- Safe reversing and parking
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Logbook maintenance knowledge
- Patience in traffic delays
- Skills in basic repairs
- Use of ratchet straps
- Concentration and focus
- Calm under pressure
- Defensive driving
- Truck repairs and maintenance
Affiliations
- walking
- fishing
- camping
Timeline
Skip driver
self employed
2010.01 - 2025.01
Waste disposal operative
self employed
2005.01 - 2010.01
FLT driver
Tesco Distribution Centre
1991.03 - 2005.02
Army soldier
HM Armed Forces
1980.03 - 1985.09
GCSEs -
west hill high school
1970.03 - 1976.06