Geoff Springthorpe
Kegworth,Leicestershire
Summary
I have 25 years experience in the transport industry, prior to that I managed public houses for 10 years. I am a loyal employee with a solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Branch Manager
Driver Resource Recruitment Ltd
Leicester , Leicestershire
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Liaised with clients, resulting in strong relationships and repeat business.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, maintaining ethical standards.
- Built partnerships with local businesses fostering community relations.
- Provided excellent customer service, securing client loyalty.
- Fostered a positive work environment, improving overall team morale.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the branch.
- Ensured branch met all regulatory requirements for safe operation.
- Implemented new training programmes for improved staff performance.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining company's reputation.
- Worked with board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations.
Driver Trainer
UPS SCS CL UK
Crick, Northamptonshire
10.2017 - 01.2025
- Accident investigation
- Safe work methods training
- Keeping up to date training records
- Tachograph infringement coaching
- Advanced driving skills with thorough hands-on training exercises.
- Implemented rigorous assessment tests, ensured competency of trainees.
- Improved fuel efficiency.
- Addressed individual queries and concerns, provided personalised guidance when needed.
- Developed communication skills to ensure clear understanding of instructions.
- Provided rigorous defensive driving courses for accident prevention.
- Supported driver confidence building with constructive feedback and encouragement.
- Ensured adherence to road rules, led by example during practical sessions.
- Demonstrated proper use of navigation systems to improve route planning efficiency.
- Prepared drivers for emergency situations, resulted in increased preparedness.
- Enhanced driver safety by conducting regular training sessions.
- Trained drivers on safe loading and unloading procedures to prevent damage or loss of goods transported.
- Delivered comprehensive induction programmes to new recruits for smoother transition into the job role.
- Managed scheduling of training sessions ensuring maximum attendance and participation.
- Performed risk assessments before each drive, minimised potential hazards on roadways.
- Emphasised importance of customer service in transport profession, enhanced professionalism amongst trainees.
- Conducted vehicle maintenance checks for improved performance.
- Upheld high standards of punctuality during lessons, instilled time management skills amongst trainees.
- Performed detailed pre-lesson vehicle inspections to identify safety hazards and minimise risks.
- Informed students of clear traffic rules and road safety to promote safe and compliant driving.
Driver
UPS SCS UK
Derby, Derbyshire
Dec 2015 - Oct 2017
- Working with the planners to ensure deliveries and collections were made in a timely and professional manner
- Communicated effectively with customers to confirm deliveries.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, ensured safe transportation.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness for a professional appearance.
- Demonstrated professionalism when dealing with clients, fostered positive relationships.
- Navigated through heavy traffic whilst maintaining composure.
- Conducted basic vehicle maintenance for optimal performance.
- Followed route schedules, improved punctuality.
- Provided reliable service as a result of meticulous attention to detail.
- Delivered goods safely by adhering to strict road safety rules.
- Showcased strong ability to handle high pressure situations calmly during peak hours.
- Improved fuel efficiency by adopting eco-friendly driving habits.
- Kept accurate records of all deliveries made during the day.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous delivery service.
- Managed time efficiently to meet all delivery deadlines.
- Performed daily vehicle inspections to ensure safety.
- Maintained professional appearance and excellent hygiene levels to uphold company reputation.
- Notified management of vehicle safety concerns and issues, enabling prompt maintenance and repair.
Education
RoSPA Gold Certificate - Advanced Riding
RoSPA
Derby May 2019 - Dec 2019
Enter your degree - Driver Training
UPS
Stockholm Sept 2017 - Sept 2017
CSE -
Abenhall Secondary School
Mitcheldean Sept 1981 - Jul 1986
Skills
- Good organiser
- Able to work without supervision
- Good geographical knowledge
- Can communicate well
- Computer literate
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
- Customer relations
- Staff mentoring
- Branch operations
- Employee training
- Risk assessment and management
Affiliations
- Motorcycling
- Motorcycle touring (UK & Europe)
- Advanced rider training
- Live music
Personal
Member of Derbyshire RoSPA and RoSPA UK.
Member of Honda Club East Midlands.
Founder of Kegworth Bikers.
Father of 3, assisting two through University.
Timeline
Branch Manager
Driver Resource Recruitment Ltd
01.2025 - 04.2025
RoSPA Gold Certificate - Advanced Riding
RoSPA
May 2019 - Dec 2019
Driver Trainer
UPS SCS CL UK
10.2017 - 01.2025
Enter your degree - Driver Training
UPS
Sept 2017 - Sept 2017
Driver
UPS SCS UK
Dec 2015 - Oct 2017
CSE -
Abenhall Secondary School
Sept 1981 - Jul 1986
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