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Ian Washington

Bicester,Oxfordshire

Summary

Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning all aspects of the field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Reliable, safety-conscious, alert individual. Communicates politely and delivers excellent customer service.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

HGV class 1&2 driver

Gorton Brother
Bicester, Oxfordshire
10.2022 - Current
  • Performed regular cleaning inside and outsider to professional standard
  • Offered flexible working patterns to meet peak business demands.
  • Retained excellent local area knowledge to plan optimal routes.
  • Delivered outstanding customer care to clients, driving safely and responsibly to maintain customer comfort and security.
  • Performed pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure maximal reliability, checking tires, lights, oil and water levels, diesel and ad blue.
  • Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
  • Completed daily deliveries efficiently through careful route planning.
  • Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.
  • Offered flexibility in working hours, covering evening and weekend shifts to meet logistics demands.
  • Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
  • Handled delivery issues such as damaged or missing stock.
  • Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
  • Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
  • Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
  • Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
  • Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
  • Carried out handball loading safely and responsibly.
  • Maintained up to date knowledge on road safety legislation by attending CPC driver safety meetings.

HGV class 1 driver

BS Trailer Services
Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.
  • Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
  • kept the vehicle clean and tidy
  • Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping across shift changes.

HGV class 1 driver

First Class Transport
Newton Longville, Buckinghamshire
10.2020 - 04.2022
  • Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
  • Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
  • Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
  • Carried out handball loading safely and responsibly.
  • Offered flexibility in working hours, covering evening and weekend shifts to meet logistics demands.
  • Managed high-volume HGV deliveries across rural areas, manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
  • Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
  • Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.
  • Supported yard operations by completing additional maintenance tasks.

HGV class 1 driver

Ivinghoe Turf
Ivinghoe, Buckinghamshire
08.2018 - 10.2020
  • Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
  • Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
  • Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
  • Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.
  • Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
  • Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
  • Managed high-volume HGV deliveries across rural areas, manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
  • Carried out tramping and trunking, meeting daily delivery targets.
  • Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
  • Collected, documented and loaded goods with care to avoid damage and risk.

Bricklayer / General Builder

PJ Bradbury Builders
Quainton, Buckinghamshire
01.2015 - 08.2018
  • Prepared fencing, posts, and panels.
  • Erected scaffolding and navigated working at heights.
  • Manoeuvred mobile elevating work platforms.
  • Maintained a safe worksite environment.
  • Refurbished commercial and residential buildings.
  • Shared carpentry and joinery skills across team.
  • Minimised waste by carefully measuring materials.
  • Liaised with clients to determine scope of work and their requirements, establishing budgetary guidelines to effectively plan resource allocation.
  • Offered multi-trade services for house building projects.
  • Dug underground drainage and repaired collapsed pipework.
  • Installed roofing and guttering for large-scale developments.
  • Maintained faultless quality and safety standards throughout wall constructions and repairs.
  • Carried out general day-to-day duties on site, keeping debris picked up, safety optimised and supplies organised.
  • Trained and mentored several masonry apprentices moving on to full-time roles.
  • Maintained health and safety standards, wearing necessary PPE and adhering to site regulations.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and plans to build walls to precise specifications.
  • Dug holes for footings and tie rebar supporting masonry construction.
  • Completed repairs on walls, partitions and fireplaces to restore stability and increase longevity.
  • Provided detailed quotes and estimates to clients, clearly accounting for labour, materials and additional costs.
  • Maintained compliance with company procedures and safety standards, minimising injury and accident risks.
  • Applied knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials to complete accurate work.
  • Prepared work area using standard tools including chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
  • Operated brick-cutting machines to cut bricks to desired shape.

Mobile crane operator / Lift supervisor

Terranova Cranes
Westcott, Buckinghamshire
03.2010 - 01.2015
  • Communicated closely with crane supervisor, working to detailed specifications and implementing necessary [Type] procedures.
  • Safely loading and unloading various objects/materials for the Army in various locations across uk.
  • loading helicopter blades into packing cases for the Royal Air Force at Benson
  • Upheld impeccable health and safety standards.
  • Carried out basic crane maintenance such as greasing and cleaning for continued smooth running of essential equipment.
  • The company also put my through slinging and signaller course
  • Led by example to maintain team motivation, ensuring daily tasks were performed accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated ability to assess risk and respond to issues appropriately, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
  • Maintained spotless and tidy working areas to create risk-free and productive environments.

7.5 tonne driver

City link
Bicester, Oxfordshire
02.2009 - 03.2010
  • Maintained road safety by conducting vehicle inspections, promptly reporting defects to management team.
  • Ensured immaculate appearance of vehicle by performing regular cleaning, following hygiene and safety policies.
  • Guaranteed customer satisfaction examining items before hand-over, promptly dealing with quality concerns.
  • Drove customer loyalty by establishing and maintaining long-term relationships.
  • Trained new hires in load securing techniques, resulting in a decrease in reported product damage.

Mobile crane operator

Terranova
Reading, Reading
06.2008 - 02.2009
  • Upheld impeccable health and safety standards in line with safety protocols for continued staff wellbeing.
  • Operated mobile cranes, moving various loads effectively and efficiently.
  • Routinely assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life and fluid levels.

Bricklayer / General Builder

PJ Bradbury Builders
Quainton, Buckinghamshire
06.2001 - 06.2008
  • Manoeuvred mobile elevating work platforms.
  • Maintained a safe worksite environment.
  • Shared carpentry and joinery skills across team.
  • Dug underground drainage and repaired collapsed pipework.
  • Installed roofing and guttering for large-scale developments.
  • Read and understood construction plans and technical documentation to deliver accurate results.
  • Applied carpentry skills to produce structural elements and interior fittings.
  • Used shovels or heavy equipment to move different materials based on job needs.
  • Adhered to site health and safety guidelines, maintaining safe, secure working environments.
  • Mixed and laid concrete with excellent planning and measuring skills.
  • Drilled through stone and concrete using masonry drill bits.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Masonry Structures

Aylesbury College
Aylesbury
09.2001 - 09.2003

GCSEs -

Waddesdon Secondary School
Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire
09.1996 - 06.2001

Skills

  • Cargo loading and unloading
  • Vehicle security
  • Transport Law knowledge
  • Radio communications
  • Heavy lifting
  • Construction cost estimates
  • Carpentry
  • Concreting
  • Site risk assessments
  • Building repair and maintenance

Timeline

HGV class 1&2 driver

Gorton Brother
10.2022 - Current

HGV class 1 driver

BS Trailer Services
04.2022 - 10.2022

HGV class 1 driver

First Class Transport
10.2020 - 04.2022

HGV class 1 driver

Ivinghoe Turf
08.2018 - 10.2020

Bricklayer / General Builder

PJ Bradbury Builders
01.2015 - 08.2018

Mobile crane operator / Lift supervisor

Terranova Cranes
03.2010 - 01.2015

7.5 tonne driver

City link
02.2009 - 03.2010

Mobile crane operator

Terranova
06.2008 - 02.2009

NVQ Level 2 - Masonry Structures

Aylesbury College
09.2001 - 09.2003

Bricklayer / General Builder

PJ Bradbury Builders
06.2001 - 06.2008

GCSEs -

Waddesdon Secondary School
09.1996 - 06.2001

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