Kevin Bennett
Yeovil,Somerset
Summary
Experienced Class 1 HGV driver with extensive expertise in logistical planning, route and schedule planning, and international long-distance driving. Adept at ensuring health and safety compliance, conducting pre-loading inspections, and maintaining exceptional timekeeping. Proven track record in outstanding customer service, client communication, and delivery record management. Comprehensive knowledge of UK transportation laws and regulations, supported by Driver CPC certification. Motivated team player with proficiency in GPS technology and national road network expertise. Career goal includes advancing within the logistics sector to further enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Experienced HGV driver with background in managing high-volume HGV deliveries across rural and urban areas. Knowledgeable about vehicle maintenance and conducts full inspections prior to loading. Regularly exceeds delivery turnaround times through careful route planning.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
HGV class 1 driver
Branston Potatoes
Ilminster, Somerset
04.2003 - 10.2024
- 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.
- Planned and navigated routes using excellent road network knowledge.
- 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.
- Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
- Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
- Managed high-volume HGV deliveries across rural areas, manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
- Carried out tramping and trunking, meeting daily delivery targets.
- Handled delivery issues such as damaged or missing stock.
- Loaded and unloaded goods using forklift trucks and following safety standards.
- Supported yard operations by completing additional maintenance tasks.
- Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections prior to loading and during routes for strict safety compliance.
Warehouse forklift operator
Branston Potatoes
Ilminster, Somerset
01.2000 - 04.2003
- Loaded and unloaded lorries with palletised goods to support trans-shipment operations.
- Drove forklift trucks responsibly, upholding staff and environment safety.
- Stacked and palletised products following set instructions.
- Stacked pallets safely within agreed height and weight parameters.
HGV class 1 driver
Bonnings Transport
Ilminster, Somerset
03.1995 - 01.2000
- 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.
- Planned and navigated routes using excellent road network knowledge.
Education
7 CSEs -
Kingdown School
Warminster 09.1979 - 05.1984
Skills
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Logistical planning
- Client communication
- Outstanding customer service
- Curtainsider Loading and HGV Driving
- Route and schedule planning
- Pre-loading inspections
- International long-distance driving
- Exceptional timekeeping
- Delivery record management
- UK transportation laws
- Driver CPC
- UK driving regulations
- Motivated team player
- GPS technology expertise
- Class 1 HGV certified
- National road network expertise
Affiliations
- I am a keen Scuba diver and enjoy diving in warmer Countries.
- I love to travel and explore different countries.
Certification
I have a CE licence with 29 years of driving experience.
My driver CPC is up to date expiring 09/09/2029.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
HGV class 1 driver
Branston Potatoes
04.2003 - 10.2024
Warehouse forklift operator
Branston Potatoes
01.2000 - 04.2003
HGV class 1 driver
Bonnings Transport
03.1995 - 01.2000
7 CSEs -
Kingdown School
09.1979 - 05.1984
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