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Joseph Leith

Kingswinford,West Midlands

Summary

Dependable HGV Class 1 Driver with 35 years of class 1 HGV driving experience. Adept in heavy haulage and international transport, trunking, ensuring timely and effective completion of deliveries in line with company targets. DCPC cardholder.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work history

HGV class 1 driver

ICS Distribution
West Bromwich, West Midlands
10.2017 - 09.2019
  • Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
  • Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and servicing.
  • Maintained safety standards for the benefit of self, cargo and other road users.
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.
  • Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
  • Used GPS systems proficiently for accurate route planning and navigation.
  • Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
  • Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and nights to meet business needs.
  • Improved fuel economy through careful driving habits and efficient route planning.
  • Operated heavy machinery safely by following standard operating procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers, maintaining constant communication during trips.
  • Conducted emergency repairs on-the-spot minimising delays in delivery timeframes.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods carefully to prevent damage or loss of items.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
  • Coordinated with warehouse staff for smooth loading and unloading operations.
  • Identified potential hazards quickly for safe manoeuvring during difficult weather conditions.
  • Adopted defensive driving techniques reducing risk of accidents significantly.
  • Managed stress effectively during high-traffic situations or unexpected route changes.
  • Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.
  • Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
  • Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
  • Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.
  • Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
  • Offered flexibility in working hours, covering evening and weekend shifts to meet logistics demands.
  • Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
  • Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
  • Managed high-volume HGV deliveries across rural areas, manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
  • Carried out tramping and trunking, meeting daily delivery targets.
  • Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
  • Collected, documented and loaded goods with care to avoid damage and risk.
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping across shift changes.
  • Handled delivery issues such as damaged or missing stock.
  • Carried out handball loading safely and responsibly.
  • Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
  • Secured lorry loads appropriately to eliminate damage and risk.
  • Transported goods, liquids, or materials in line with delivery requirements.

HGV class 1 driver

Avon Freight
Redditch, Worcestershire
06.2011 - 12.2014
  • Maintained safety standards for the benefit of self, cargo and other road users.
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.
  • Delivered goods promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Ensured timely delivery by adhering strictly to schedules and routes.
  • Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
  • Used GPS systems proficiently for accurate route planning and navigation.
  • Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
  • Worked flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and nights to meet business needs.
  • Improved fuel economy through careful driving habits and efficient route planning.
  • Operated heavy machinery safely by following standard operating procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers, maintaining constant communication during trips.
  • Conducted emergency repairs on-the-spot minimising delays in delivery timeframes.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods carefully to prevent damage or loss of items.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
  • Coordinated with warehouse staff for smooth loading and unloading operations.

Class 1 HGV driver

Allelys Transport
Studley, Warwickshire
07.2007 - 06.2011
  • Delivered goods on time by strictly adhering to planned routes.
  • Ensured vehicle maintenance for safe and efficient operations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with punctual deliveries.
  • Practiced defensive driving techniques to minimise risk of accidents.

Education

None -

Bidford-on-Avon High School
Warwickshire
09/1963 - 09/1967

Skills

  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • UK road regulations
  • Road hazard identification

Timeline

HGV class 1 driver

ICS Distribution
10.2017 - 09.2019

HGV class 1 driver

Avon Freight
06.2011 - 12.2014

Class 1 HGV driver

Allelys Transport
07.2007 - 06.2011

None -

Bidford-on-Avon High School
09/1963 - 09/1967

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