Summary
Overview
Work history
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
GeneralManager

Gary Standen

West Bridgford,Nottinghamshire

Summary

Careful [Job Title] with record of success in fast, accurate deliveries. Reliable in keeping vehicle maintained and clean. Offers reputation for service, expert knowledge of local roads and friendly personality.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Foreman HGV driver

Travis Perkins
Peckham, Southwark
06.1993 - 07.1996
  • Achieved project deadlines though focused staff and resource planning.
  • Supervised specialist sub-contractors by providing thorough induction and delegating tasks.
  • Organised material supplies to facilitate smooth construction works.
  • Maintained site health and safety compliance for safe, secure working environments.
  • Maintained exceptional levels of health and safety in line with guidelines for continued staff wellbeing and company compliance.

Cafe manager

Roy’s cafe
Sydenham, Lewisham
09.1990 - 05.1993
  • Completed accurate end-of-day financial routines for cash and card transactions.
  • Maintained outstanding hygiene levels for optimised customer safety and continued regulatory compliance.
  • Built loyal customer base by creating welcoming environment with top quality service.

Crawler crane driver

Tilbury construction
Belvedere , Kent
04.1988 - 07.1990
  • Understood complex manuals and set up machinery based on detailed specifications.
  • Performed routine, preventative maintenance on crane and other essential equipment.
  • Inspected crane at beginning and end of every shift to identify any potential faults.
  • Cleaned and generally maintained crane hoisting mechanism.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of crane operation and functions to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction supplies and materials within desired timeframes.
  • Carried out basic crane maintenance for continued smooth running of essential equipment.
  • Assessed loads to calculate weight and determined crane lifting capacity to prevent overload.
  • Assisted in orderly and safe movement of heavy loads.

Chauffeur self employed

Own business
London
07.1996 - 11.1998
  • Assisted passengers with managing and securing personal belongings.
  • Maintained clean, well-functioning vehicle through regular attention and care.

Personal chauffeur

The Times
London, Se1
11.1998 - 11.2022

During my extensive service as a chauffeur at the Times and Sunday Times newspapers,I consistently provided exceptional transportation services,ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers throughout each journey,with impeccable timekeeping.


I have qualifications in defensive driving and training for various high profile instances.


working closely with the editor for 25 years, forming a friendly and trustworthy position .


Skills

  • Safety protocols
  • Vehicle maintenance schedules
  • Vehicle and equipment safety
  • Efficient route planning
  • Customer interaction and engagement
  • impeccable timekeeping
  • defensive driving qualification
  • hgv class 2
  • cpc Card
  • digital tacho card

Affiliations

  • Going to the gym and accompanying my son to various football games

Certification

Drivers c.p.c.

HGV class 2 license

digital tachograph card

chauffeur diploma

defensive driving qualification

Hiab license once held

Sideloader license once held

Forklift license once held


Timeline

Personal chauffeur

The Times
11.1998 - 11.2022

Chauffeur self employed

Own business
07.1996 - 11.1998

Foreman HGV driver

Travis Perkins
06.1993 - 07.1996

Cafe manager

Roy’s cafe
09.1990 - 05.1993

Crawler crane driver

Tilbury construction
04.1988 - 07.1990
Gary Standen