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Kristaps Zulgis

Kristaps Zulgis

Doncaster,North Yorkshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with expertise in FLT operation and health and safety compliance. Demonstrates exceptional time management, team collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Known for attention to detail, customer service excellence, and strong stamina. Holds a CSCS card, driving licence, and has own transport.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Construction FLT driver

TFL
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Boosted efficiency with thorough pre-shift checks and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects on time.
  • Operated various types of FLT equipment for efficient material handling.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks to meet tight delivery schedules.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Reach truck driver

Tesco Distribution Centre
Doncaster, Doncaster
12.2024 - 06.2025
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by maintaining and cleaning reach trucks regularly.
  • Delivered orders on time by following accurate pick instructions.
  • Secured fragile items during transport, prevented any damage or loss.
  • Performed daily equipment inspections to maintain optimal performance levels.
  • Followed health and safety procedures for a safer workplace environment.
  • Avoided accidents with careful handling of reach trucks in high traffic areas.
  • Operated heavy machinery, ensured smoother workflow without disruptions or delays.
  • Increased order picking speed using high lift reach trucks skillfully.
  • Carried out regular maintenance checks to avoid breakdowns during operation hours.
  • Maintained a safe working environment, performing clean-up activities to minimise risk of accidents.

Labourer

360 recruitment specialist
Selby, North Yorkshire
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Loaded and unloaded construction supplies to facilitate work flow.
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations, minimising potential hazards.
  • Prepared construction sites prior to beginning of any project; facilitated smooth workflow.
  • Maintained clean and organised work area to promote efficiency.
  • Assisted skilled tradesmen such as electricians or plumbers in complex tasks, enhancing job efficiency.
  • Removed debris from construction sites, improving workplace safety.
  • Cleaned up sites after shifts, organising tools and securing supplies in designated storage units.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded daily deliveries, maintaining optimal materials' quality and condition.
  • Demonstrated excellent stamina and manual dexterity.

Loft insulation installer

360 recruitment specialist
Selby, North Yorkshire
12.2023 - 06.2024
  • Followed strict health and safety protocols whilst working in confined spaces, ensuring personal well-being and client's peace-of-mind.
  • Used advanced tools and equipment for precision in each loft insulation project.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to homeowners during the loft insulation process.
  • Measured lofts accurately, ensured perfect fit and maximum effectiveness of insulation material used.
  • Improved energy efficiency for clients through expertly installed loft insulation.
  • Handled fibreglass, cellulose, and foam materials skilfully for optimal results in loft insulation.
  • Treated homes respectfully throughout the installation process; left premises clean and tidy post-project completion.
  • Installed high-quality loft insulation for increased home warmth during winter months.
  • Demonstrated professional handling of power tools necessary for installing various types of insulating materials.
  • Prepared materials and fittings to bespoke job requirements.

Counterbalance FLT driver

Brakes group
Harlow, Essex
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Loaded and unloaded lorries in a timely manner for improving workflow.
  • Performed daily inspections of FLT to prevent breakdowns.
  • Kept storage areas clean and organised, promoting a healthy working environment.
  • Worked as part of the team to meet delivery schedules promptly.
  • Increased loading speed by efficient use of counterbalance truck controls.
  • Utilised manual handling techniques when necessary, keeping workplace injuries to a minimum.
  • Transported materials between departments for improved production flow efficiency.
  • Handled fragile items with care whilst operating FLT; preserved quality of goods.

port operator

South Coast Port Services
London, City of London
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Lashing on ship , pinning on the platform , mooring ; tie up ships and let go ships.

Port operative

HDS personnel ltd
Tilbury, Thurrock
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Managed heavy plant operations to meet project deadlines.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials, facilitating smooth workflow.
  • Ensured safety by following standard operating procedures.
  • Followed strict health and safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents.
  • Carried out pre-operational checks, ensuring readiness for tasks ahead.
  • Use of Kalmar straddles 5-10 ton containers
  • take off from lorry put on lorry
  • safe driving and stowing in port area.
  • Radio comunications

Warehouse operative

One Stop
Normanton, Wakefield
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • Increased productivity through consistent use of handheld RF scanners for stock location.
  • Picked items for shipment, ensuring timely delivery to customers.
  • Wrapped pallets securely, guaranteeing safe transit of goods.
  • Labelled packages correctly to ensure accurate and efficient delivery processes.
  • Operated heavy machinery as required-safely moving large quantities of stock within the warehouse.
  • Consistently met targets whilst maintaining high standards of quality control.
  • Maintained clean workspace by regularly organising and tidying work area.
  • Promoted safe working practices amongst colleagues, reducing accidents significantly.
  • Operated various types of FLT equipment for efficient material handling.
  • Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.

Warehouse operative

Tesco distributions
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
09.2011 - 02.2014
  • Ensured high standards of cleanliness by regularly sanitising warehouse equipment.
  • Maintained safety regulations by enforcing strict adherence to company policies.
  • Assisted team members in loading large items safely onto delivery trucks.
  • Filed records to maintain accurate stock documentation.
  • safely operate FLT trucks, counterbalance and reach trucks.
  • Operated forklift trucks to efficiently manage heavy loads in the warehouse.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, ensured safe transport of goods.
  • Replenished shelves as needed, helped maintain adequate stock levels at all times.
  • Managed disposal of waste materials, maintained clean working environment.

Education

GCSEs - Construction managment with Foundation

Bath Spa University
Bath
03.2025 -

Skills

  • FLT operation
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Stamina
  • Problem-solving
  • CSCS card
  • Driving licence
  • own transport

Affiliations

  • chess
  • gym
  • running

Certification

CSCS green card, B1 driving licence, FLT counterbalance, FLT reach truck

Languages

Latvian
Native
Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate
German
Intermediate

Timeline

Construction FLT driver

TFL
07.2025 - 08.2025

GCSEs - Construction managment with Foundation

Bath Spa University
03.2025 -

Reach truck driver

Tesco Distribution Centre
12.2024 - 06.2025

Labourer

360 recruitment specialist
06.2024 - 12.2024

Loft insulation installer

360 recruitment specialist
12.2023 - 06.2024

Counterbalance FLT driver

Brakes group
01.2021 - 12.2023

port operator

South Coast Port Services
01.2020 - 01.2021

Port operative

HDS personnel ltd
01.2017 - 01.2020

Warehouse operative

One Stop
02.2014 - 12.2016

Warehouse operative

Tesco distributions
09.2011 - 02.2014
Kristaps Zulgis