Lee Duncan
Tarland ,Aberdeenshire
Summary
Experienced logistics professional focused on safe and timely delivery of goods. Consistently ensures compliance with road safety regulations and optimises routes for fuel efficiency. Adept at managing vehicle maintenance and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Methodical and responsible individual bringing keen motivation to learn from driving team. Friendly and driven team player offering vehicle inspection training and knowledge of UK road regulations.
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.
[Area of certification] certified HGV Class 1 Driver with [Number] years of [Type] driving experience. Ensuring accurate, efficient delivery of [Type] through excellent organisation and [Type] management skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
HGV driver class 1
SEAFIELD park transport
Nairn , Inverness
2025.03 - Current
- Communicated with dispatch team regularly, providing updates on deliveries.
- Checked vehicle before each shift, ensuring safety on the road.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies whilst maintaining composure under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to manoeuvre HGV vehicles in tight spaces safely.
- Ensured accuracy in paperwork with keen attention to details.
- Provided feedback regarding route efficiency, contributing to cost savings.
- Kept detailed logs of all journeys for reporting purposes.
- Managed time effectively to meet strict deadlines.
- Assisted in loading and unloading goods, ensuring proper care of cargo.
- Followed prescribed routes to ensure timely delivery.
- Carried out minor repairs on vehicle when necessary, reducing downtime.
- Showed versatility by operating a variety of HGV vehicles as required.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness for professional representation of company.
- Upheld high standards of driving through continuous training and development.
- Conducted business professionally at all times, representing firm positively.
- Achieved safe delivery by adhering strictly to traffic laws.
- Improved fuel efficiency through careful planning of routes.
- Completed long-distance hauls with consistent punctuality.
- Adjusted journey plans according to weather conditions for safety assurance.
- Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
- Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.
- Conducted rigorous checks on oil, tyres and equipment.
- Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.
- Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping across shift changes.
Hgv class 1 driver
Ian s roger
Keith, Moray
2023.03 - 2025.03
- Followed traffic laws meticulously to avoid accidents and fines.
- Operated heavy machinery safely by following standard operating procedures.
- Secured loads effectively to prevent damage during transit.
Hgv class 1 hiab driver
Dyce carriers Ltd
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
2008.06 - 2023.03
- Conducted basic vehicle maintenance for optimal performance.
- Resolved logistical issues swiftly to ensure on-time deliveries.
- Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and shortcuts via diligent planning.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, ensured safe transportation.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resulted in improved client relations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous delivery service.
- Improved fuel efficiency by adopting eco-friendly driving habits.
- Demonstrated professionalism when dealing with clients, fostered positive relationships.
- Delivered goods safely by adhering to strict road safety rules.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness for a professional appearance.
- Performed daily vehicle inspections to ensure safety.
- Managed time efficiently to meet all delivery deadlines.
Skills
- Wide load transportation
- Night driving experience
- ADR certificate
- Cargo safety procedures
- GPS navigation utilisation
- Speed limit adherence
- Courteous driving
- Fuel efficiency maximising
- Knowledge of transport procedures
- Heavy lifting capability
- Confidence in tight spaces
- HGV licence class 1
- Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge
- Load safety awareness
- Experience with night drives
- Self-Discipline in lone working
- Strict time management
- Effective judgement
- Flexible approach to work
- Tacho card possession
- Understanding of loading restraints
- Load distribution
- Adaptable to unpredictable conditions
- Record keeping discipline
- Lorry inspection routine
- Efficient co-ordination
- Defensive driving practices
- HGV safety compliance
- UK transportation laws
- Delivery record management
- Advanced local area expertise
- Drawbar lorry driving
- HGV tanker operation
- Truck repairs and maintenance
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Professional communication
- Flatbed lorry operation
- Trunking
- Manual handling training
- Vehicle unloading
- Long haul transport
- Compliance understanding
- Load security
- Pre-loading inspections
- Health and Safety regulations
- Local road network knowledge
- UK road regulations
- Curtain side truck operation
- Physically Fit
- GPS technology expertise
- Road hazard identification
- Logistics knowledge
- Vehicle loading
- Route and schedule planning
- Route planning
- Load tipping
- Clean driving record
- Truck safety inspections
- Cargo loading and unloading
- Bulk collections deliveries
- Vehicle defect reporting
- Driver CPC
- Dependable and reliable
- Motivated team player
- Tachograph operation
Additional Information
Highly motivated individual with full ADR trained in all aspects of health and safety, with 16 years class 1 hiab operation delivering to some top jobs such as
Selafield nuclear power station
Durness power station
Been to every island off the uk working alongside power companies to a straight level of health and safety, my knowledge and experience in abnormal loads and route planning exceed normal driving expectations, full clean licence
Timeline
HGV driver class 1
SEAFIELD park transport
2025.03 - Current
Hgv class 1 driver
Ian s roger
2023.03 - 2025.03
Hgv class 1 hiab driver
Dyce carriers Ltd
2008.06 - 2023.03