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Gary Read

Shepperton,Middlesex

Summary

Versatile professional with proven ability to oversee multi-site operations, focusing on process optimization and productivity enhancement. Strong leadership and communication skills facilitate effective collaboration within cross-functional teams. Committed to implementing strategic initiatives that yield measurable improvements in efficiency and operational excellence. Seeking a managerial role in the Transport/Logistics industry to leverage extensive experience and drive organizational success.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Group Operations Manager / Transport Manager

Well-established RC Frame Company
London, Home county's
01.2016 - 06.2025
  • Day to day transport manager's duties including fleet vehicle maintenance / drivers' compliances.
  • Routing of vehicles / allocating work.
  • Responsible for three operators licence's within the group of companies.
  • Pricing & awarding other work to hauliers / ensuring procedures are followed.
  • Checking chemical analysis for projects for Environmental Regulations.
  • Responsible for sweeper hire.
  • Drainage CCTV surveys / allocation of work / issuing reports for all projects.
  • Staff payroll.
  • Daily invoicing.
  • Monthly accounts P & L /KPI/ revenue.
  • FORS / DVS compliances for vehicles and drivers.
  • HR knowledgeable.
  • Built strong relationships with external partners supporting business expansion efforts.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient work processes.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective services and supplies.
  • Implemented cost-saving strategies, contributing to financial health of the organisation.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards during operations management.
  • Fostered a positive work environment for employee satisfaction.
  • Maintained high safety standards at workplace, reducing accidents and injuries.
  • Established effective communication channels for smoother workflow.
  • Developed strategic plans, improving overall productivity.
  • Handled crisis situations with swift problem-solving measures.
  • Oversaw daily operational activities, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Facilitated staff training sessions for skill enhancement.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations, maintaining operational standards.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas of improvement and growth potential in employees.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.

Company Director

LMH Group Limited
01.2009 - 12.2015
  • Company Overview: LMH Group was a specialist haulage firm managing construction sector transport operations with 16 drivers handling deliveries across the Home Counties.
  • Day to day running of own haulage company.
  • Sourcing / vetting new staff.
  • Sales (sourcing projects / negotiating rates / providing estimates).
  • Routing of vehicles / organisation of daily work for all 18 employees.
  • Ensuring that all aspects of vehicle maintenance are undertaken.
  • Financial management and Invoicing.
  • Ensuring company is fully Health & Safety compliant.
  • Ensuring all personnel records are kept up-to-date (i.e. evidence of driving licence, eye tests etc).
  • Ensuring vehicle units and driver tachographs are within legal requirements.
  • Checking drivers daily defect sheets.
  • Sourcing vehicles for fleet expansion in line with both company image and compliance.
  • Sourcing any training requirements that employees may need.
  • Maintenance of company website.
  • LMH Group was a specialist haulage firm managing construction sector transport operations with 16 drivers handling deliveries across the Home Counties.
  • Established and grew the business from 1 vehicle to 16 over the course of 2 years and securing 5-year contracts with companies such as Heidelberg Cement, Cemex and various other large organisations which were all project based.
  • Awarded three ISO accreditations in 6 years.
  • Awarded FORS Silver accreditation.

Company Director

Corporate Transport Services Limited
01.2002 - 12.2008
  • Day to day running of own company.
  • Sourcing / vetting new staff.
  • Sales (sourcing projects / negotiating rates / providing estimates).
  • Routing of vehicles / organisation of daily work for all employees.
  • Ensuring that all aspects of vehicle maintenance are undertaken.
  • Ensuring all personnel records are kept up-to-date.
  • Invoicing.
  • Sourcing vehicles for fleet.

Self-employed owner driver (haulage contractor)

01.1990 - 12.2002

Education

5 CSE's - English, Maths, Science, Craft Design & Technology, Geography

Ringmer Comprehensive
Ringmer, West Sussex
01.1978 - 01.1983

Skills

  • OCR Transport Manager / Operator Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage
  • FORS Compliant Practitioner
  • Health & Safety Compliant
  • Class 1 Driver licence
  • IT Skills
  • Good numeracy skills
  • Communication
  • Ability to manage staff
  • Results driven
  • Financial budgeting
  • Efficiency improvement strategies
  • Productivity enhancement
  • Team building leadership
  • Multitask prioritisation
  • Employee training and mentoring
  • Cost-Effective purchasing
  • Budgetary oversight
  • Logistics management
  • Procurement strategy
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Staff development
  • KPI monitoring
  • Compliance auditing
  • Profit and loss understanding
  • Leadership development
  • Compliance oversight

Hobbies

  • All types of motorsport
  • Rugby
  • Camping

Certification

OCRS Transport Manager CPC National & International

FORS Practitioner

Timeline

Group Operations Manager / Transport Manager

Well-established RC Frame Company
01.2016 - 06.2025

Company Director

LMH Group Limited
01.2009 - 12.2015

Company Director

Corporate Transport Services Limited
01.2002 - 12.2008

Self-employed owner driver (haulage contractor)

01.1990 - 12.2002

5 CSE's - English, Maths, Science, Craft Design & Technology, Geography

Ringmer Comprehensive
01.1978 - 01.1983

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