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Jerzy Surzyn

Jerzy Surzyn

HGV CLASS 1 DRIVER (night 4o4o)
Doncaster,South Yorkshire

Summary

Experienced Heavy Goods Vehicle Operator with extensive expertise in refrigerated transportation, curtainsider loading, and trunking deliveries. Demonstrates a strong understanding of WTD policies, EU driving regulations, and digital tachograph interpretation. Skilled in safe and efficient parking, fuel-efficient driving, and basic vehicle maintenance. Adept at client communication and maintaining a positive attitude under pressure. Committed to safety compliance and technical problem-solving with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Career goal: to leverage comprehensive skills in a challenging logistics role while ensuring optimal operational efficiency.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
2030
2030
years of post-secondary education

Work history

HGV class 1 driver

Tailor Stevenson
Doncaster
06.2024 - Current
  • Working for custoers like

- NEXT PLC (Trained in Castell Salvo System training at NEXT PLC)

  • Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
  • Secured lorry loads appropriately to eliminate damage and risk.
  • Tolerated high levels of stress when driving long distances and new routes.
  • Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping across shift changes.
  • Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
  • Manoeuvred and parked vehicles safely, using hazard control.
  • Improved fuel economy through careful driving habits and efficient route planning.
  • Transported goods, liquids, or materials in line with delivery requirements.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods using forklift trucks and following safety standards.
  • Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
  • Managed stress effectively during high-traffic situations or unexpected route changes.
  • Planned and navigated routes using excellent road network knowledge.
  • Offered flexibility in working hours, covering evening and weekend shifts to meet logistics demands.

- STANTON LOGISTIC

- DUNELM

- EVRI

- AMAZON

- THE GREEN GROUP

- Mc GREGOR

- LANGDONS

  • Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers, maintaining constant communication during trips.
  • Used handball techniques for smooth loading and unloading of packages.
  • Assessed delivery weights to maintain compliance with load limitations.

HGV class 1 driver

Newcold Transport
Wakefield
06.2024 - 10.2025
  • Escalated key maintenance issues to ensure vehicle roadworthiness
  • Managed frozen load deliveries and referred to documentation
  • Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
  • Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
  • Updated customers of service delays for optimised clarity on delivery times.
  • Maintained safety standards for the benefit of self, cargo and other road users.
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Used GPS systems proficiently for accurate route planning and navigation.
  • Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
  • Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
  • Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and nights to meet business needs.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods carefully to prevent damage or loss of items.
  • Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.

Driver HGV/Electrician

Motorcraft Adventure Developments
Harworth, UK
12.2021 - 07.2024
  • HGV Driver Delivered/collected motorhomes/trucks to/from customers in the UK/EU
  • Improved fuel efficiency for customers by adopting eco-friendly driving habits/planning routes .
  • Avoided road congestion by taking alternative routes where possible.
  • Submitted reports regarding issues and concerns to manager.
  • Maintained clean, well-functioning vehicle through regular attention and care.
  • Covered weekend shifts to optimise service levels.
  • Inspected vehicle and maintained road worthiness, carrying out periodic checks and requesting repairs.
  • Carried out complex manoeuvres in busy, high pressure environments.
  • Managed time efficiently to meet all delivery deadlines.
  • Completed required paperwork certifying deliveries.
  • Organising and managing tasks
  • Making orders to meet individual customer requirements
  • Planning large orders and projects
  • Site maintenance and expansion in adherence to budget, specification, and H/S requirements
  • Loaded and unload good delivery to site using FLT
  • Rewiring of company site
  • Wired new company site and calculated/balanced/spread main boards on site
  • Installed Victron system/equipment in motor homes
  • Wired new motorhomes
  • Driving UK/EU /maintenance company Van
  • Provided 24h quick, effective, and satisfactory customer service online
  • Identified and resolved customer issues online efficiently
  • Fit solar panels and MPPT
  • Site maintenance via VRM system
  • Generator installation and addition of start/stop system connections into the Victron system
  • 12/24/230 volt installations added in motor homes
  • Mobile Internet installation

Store Team Leader XCT/ASR / Electrician Team Leader XCT/ASR

Wabtec Rail
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
12.2018 - 12.2020
  • In my previous role, I was constantly on the lookout and actively searching to improve the store from the start, whether it was through cost-saving exercises using Kaizen methodology, implementing new systems into storing and issuing material to production, or improving our cycle times and efficiency to save money and materials and improve health and safety in the work area
  • I also drove a 5S culture to help us create a more organised, clean, and sustainable workplace in Components Valves, MKIV area, and XCT TENT store and shop floor
  • During my time, I also offered technical support, helping with drawings, materials, and kitting issues on the shop floor in a variety of ways
  • I also helped manage and supervise control shortages and finish all issues before the contract finish was due
  • I cooperated with the engineering department to update drawings, TI, and look for solutions
  • These duties included:
  • Liaising between the engineering department and the shop floor
  • Raising production queries to request engineering support and make changes to technical drawings and specifications
  • Attending production and engineering meetings to highlight, pick up and address any issues
  • Working with the quality department, to process defects/poor quality (COPQ)
  • Control operatives if they are working the most relevant and up to date instructions and documentation packs
  • Focusing on areas of poor quality to scope for improvements
  • Using the oracle and pads systems
  • Control stock and re-issue materials
  • Using the HST kitting system
  • Checking stock
  • Cooperated to making organised kit lists for stores men to pick up, to then deliver at specific times when needed on the line, all controlled by a detailed schedule
  • Setting up work areas and cell layouts using lean management techniques such as 5s, looking for areas to improve
  • Confident at addressing issues which can impact quality of work demonstrated in providing colleagues with advice and information on job performance

Electrician Team Leader

Wabtec Rail
Doncaster
02.2012 - 05.2018
  • OVERHAUL AND TEST ELECTRICIAN UNTIL MAY 2018, ELECTRICIAN TEAM LEADER ON XCT, ASR CONTRACTS OVERHAULING TRAINS, FROM 2019 STORE TEAM LEADER AND MATERIAL CONTROLLER
  • TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION AND DRAWING UPDATED, KITTING UPDATED, SHORTAGES REPORT, LEAD WITH BUYERS AND MANAGEMENTS TEAM

Electrician

Wabtec Rail
Doncaster
06.2011 - 02.2012
  • WORKING UNDER JOB AGENCY FOR WABTEC THEN IN FEB 2012 SIGNED A CONTRACT FULL TIME UNDER WABTEC

HGV class 1 driver

JJ Food Service Ltd
Doncaster
03.2011 - 05.2011
  • Managed daily operations for JJ delivery company
  • Delivered goods safely and on time
  • Managed significant financial responsibilities
  • Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
  • Updated customers of service delays for optimised clarity on delivery times.
  • Kept up-to-date logbooks, detailing total time spent driving.
  • Completed delivery documentation promptly to track orders and incidents.
  • Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
  • Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods using forklift trucks and following safety standards.
  • Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
  • Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Tolerated high levels of stress when driving long distances and new routes.
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Collected, documented and loaded goods with care to avoid damage and risk.

Warehouse operative

Next
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Responsibility over orders
  • Working with a team
  • Orders control
  • Stock check

Driver

Antique transport EU
Szczecin, Poland/EU
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Owned and managed antique furniture business in Szczecin, Poland
  • Managed client communications
  • Operated autonomously in role
  • Managed invoice processing
  • Led procurement of materials
  • Oversaw transport and logistics for international and national regions
  • Maintained clean, well-functioning vehicle through regular attention and care.
  • Showcased strong ability to handle high pressure situations calmly during peak hours.
  • Interacted with customers pleasantly and professionally, delivering first-class care and service.
  • Accepted and received job information through digital app.
  • Offered flexible working patterns to meet peak business demands.
  • Completed required paperwork certifying deliveries.
  • Avoided road congestion by taking alternative routes where possible.

HGV class 1 driver

International Logistic
Szczecin, Poland/Europe
01.2005 - 08.2007
  • Delivered and collected goods across Europe
  • Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
  • Kept up-to-date logbooks, detailing total time spent driving.
  • Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Supported yard operations by completing additional maintenance tasks.
  • Tolerated high levels of stress when driving long distances and new routes.
  • Coordinated with warehouse staff for smooth loading and unloading operations.
  • Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.

HGV driver

Transport Logistic / Antique Transport
Zlocieniec/Szczecin, Poland
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Delivered goods across European countries as an HGV driver
  • Kept accurate records of trips and fuel consumption to assist in cost management.
  • Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
  • Completed necessary paperwork for each load accurately and promptly post-delivery.
  • Reacted calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring safety and efficiency.
  • Managed heavy loads safely, adhering to weight limits and securement guidelines.
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Provided excellent customer service to foster client relationships.

Education

IAO LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE - Principles of Business and Administration

IAO

ELECTRICIAN MECHANIC RQF LEVEL 2/SCQF LEVEL 5/CQFW LEVEL 2 B TEC FIRSTS / SQA NATIONAL CERTIFICATE - Skilled Worker Electrician Mechanic

SQA
01.1992 - 01.1995

GENERAL SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR ADULTS RQF LEVEL 3/SCQF LEVEL 6-7 / CQFW LEVEL 3 GCE ADVANCED (A) LEVEL - SCOTTISH ADVANCED HIGHER

01.1997 - 01.2000

Forklift driving licence - undefined

Full UK driving licence - A, B, BE, B1, C, CE, C1, C1E, F, K, P

DQC/CPC -

DVSA
06.2024 - 06.2029

Crane operator - undefined

Leadership course - undefined

PEAK Health and safety manager course - undefined

Business administration Level 2 - undefined

Felt leadership - undefined

Skills

  • Heavy Goods Vehicle Operation
  • Skills in refrigerated transportation
  • Curtainsider loading
  • Driving to WTD policies and understanding driving hours
  • Stress tolerance
  • Vehicle defect reporting
  • Client communication
  • EU driving regulations familiarity
  • Patience under pressure
  • Safe and efficient parking
  • Basic vehicle maintenance
  • Basic Mechanical knowledge
  • Load distribution understanding
  • Fuel-efficient driving
  • Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation
  • Trunking deliveries
  • Night driving expertise
  • Driver cpc training vallid till 062029
  • Positive attitude
  • Digital tachograph interpretation
  • Safety compliance
  • Long hours driving/deliveries
  • Electrical Systems Maintenance
  • Technical problem-solving
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Hand Tool Operation

Languages

English
Intermediate
Polish
Native
Russian
Intermediate

Custom

I consent to the processing of personal data contained in this document for the implementation of the current recruitment process in accordance with the Act of May 10, 2018 on the protection of personal data (Journal of Laws of 2018, item 1000) and in accordance with the Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (EU) 2016/679 of April 27, 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (GDPR).

Affiliations

  • walking on country site and enyoing wievs
  • repair my own car
  • refurbisher / repair / modify my own property

Timeline

HGV class 1 driver

Tailor Stevenson
06.2024 - Current

HGV class 1 driver

Newcold Transport
06.2024 - 10.2025

DQC/CPC -

DVSA
06.2024 - 06.2029

Driver HGV/Electrician

Motorcraft Adventure Developments
12.2021 - 07.2024

Store Team Leader XCT/ASR / Electrician Team Leader XCT/ASR

Wabtec Rail
12.2018 - 12.2020

Electrician Team Leader

Wabtec Rail
02.2012 - 05.2018

Electrician

Wabtec Rail
06.2011 - 02.2012

HGV class 1 driver

JJ Food Service Ltd
03.2011 - 05.2011

Warehouse operative

Next
01.2008 - 01.2011

HGV class 1 driver

International Logistic
01.2005 - 08.2007

Driver

Antique transport EU
01.2004 - 01.2008

HGV driver

Transport Logistic / Antique Transport
01.2000 - 01.2004

GENERAL SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR ADULTS RQF LEVEL 3/SCQF LEVEL 6-7 / CQFW LEVEL 3 GCE ADVANCED (A) LEVEL - SCOTTISH ADVANCED HIGHER

01.1997 - 01.2000

ELECTRICIAN MECHANIC RQF LEVEL 2/SCQF LEVEL 5/CQFW LEVEL 2 B TEC FIRSTS / SQA NATIONAL CERTIFICATE - Skilled Worker Electrician Mechanic

SQA
01.1992 - 01.1995

Forklift driving licence - undefined

Full UK driving licence - A, B, BE, B1, C, CE, C1, C1E, F, K, P

Crane operator - undefined

Leadership course - undefined

PEAK Health and safety manager course - undefined

Business administration Level 2 - undefined

Felt leadership - undefined

IAO LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE - Principles of Business and Administration

IAO
Jerzy SurzynHGV CLASS 1 DRIVER (night 4o4o)