Loredana Prodan
Hereford,Herefordshire
Summary
Reliable HGV driver with experience in route planning, economical driving measures and vehicle inspections. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history.
Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
HGV Class 1 Driver Live Haul
Avara Foods
Hereford, Herefordshire
05.2024 - Current
- Performing transport of live birds from farms to processing facilities, 3 times a day.
- Safeguarding bird welfare at all times while being transported.
- Proving strong awareness of safety protocols and procedures.
- Cleaning and disinfecting own vehicle to high standards multiple times a day.
- Demonstrating respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Attending regular training courses and driver evaluations as required by the company.
- Completing relevant paperwork accurately, including temperature readings.
HGV Class 1 Driver
Culina Logistics
Hereford, Herefordshire
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Transported and unloaded food products that required strict temperature control.
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent on-road mechanical breakdowns.
- Immediately reported any problems regarding delivery arrival times, delays or discrepancies with loads.
- Increased fuel economy by 9% through careful driving habits and efficient route planning.
- Adopted defensive driving techniques reducing risk of accidents significantly.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst interacting with clients at delivery points.
- Carried out trailers swaps between sites (trunking).
HGV Class 1 Driver
Dave Miles Transport Ltd
Hereford, Herefordshire
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed.
- Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations.
- Established accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
- Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults quickly to avoid vehicle downtime.
- Delivered animal feeds across the UK , 2 to 5 deliveries per day (rural areas), manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
- Adhered to Bio Security rules at farm sites.
- Identified potential hazards quickly for safe manoeuvring during difficult weather conditions.
HGV Class 2 Driver
ABE (LEDBURY) Ltd
Ledbury , Herefordshire
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Executed deliveries accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong geographical knowledge of UK when planning delivery routes.
- Reported discrepancies to transport office prior to departure.
- Performed up to 15 deliveries/collections daily across the country.
- Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure vehicle roadworthiness.
- Assessed delivery weights to maintain compliance with weight restrictions.
HGV Class 2 Driver
Cotteswold Dairy Ltd Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury , Gloucestershire
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted with efficient loading and unloading of company vehicles, 5 drops daily.
- Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure vehicle roadworthiness.
- Stored goods strategically for accessibility purposes.
- Updated customers of delays for optimised clarity on delivery times.
- Performed safe fastening of loads to eliminate damage.
- Established efficient running of refrigerator, keeping goods at required temperature.
- Performed collection of empties.
Packaging Operator
PCI Pharmaceuticals Ltd Hay-on-Wye
Hay-on-Wye, Powys
10.2016 - 12.2019
- Proactively communicated inefficiencies affecting line manufacturing and suggested corrective action.
- Performed line changeovers, mechanical equipment set ups and program changes for automated equipment.
- Recorded adherence to right first time batch records, production schedules, equipment utilisation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Coordinated and transported supply of materials to and from production line.
- Optimised packing quality by feeding materials into production machines in line with machine operating manual.
- Executed effective housekeeping duties to maintain area of responsibility in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.
- Assessed quality of products on production line.
Hygiene Operative
Cargill Meats Europe (Avara Foods) Hereford
Hereford, Herefordshire
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Facilitated scheduled production activities by consistently finishing tasks in hygiene rota ahead of deadlines through effective time management.
- Prepared necessary equipment ahead of hygiene duties to promote smooth workflow.
- Thoroughly inspected all machinery prior to signing off area for restarting the food production process.
Primary School Teacher
Ion Simionescu College
Iasi, Romania
09.2013 - 07.2015
- Adapted teaching materials to meet the needs of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) students.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results, compiling termly and end-of-year student reports.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
- Integrated creative learning strategies, such as games and team-building exercises, resulting in increased classroom engagement.
- Led parent meetings to discuss student attendance, attainment and behaviour.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Education Sciences
Al.I.Cuza University
Iasi, Romania10.2012
HGV licence class 2 - Transport
PJE Driver Training Hereford
Hereford, Herefordshire 03.2020 -
HGV class 1 licence - Tranport
PJE Driver Training Hereford
Hereford, Herefordshire 01.2022 -
NPTC - Transport of Animals(Road)
City and Guilds
Hereford, Herefordshire 05.2024 -
Skills
- Effective and strategic route planning
- Experience driving in countryside (farm deliveries and collections)
- Strict adherence to UK driving regulations and laws
- SAFED trained
- Driver CPC up to date
- Clean driving record
- Strong communication skills
- Certificate of Competence (City and Guilds - NPTC) for transporting animals by road
- Safe load fastening and security practices
- Comprehensive completion of unit and trailer safety inspections
- RDC/ NDC delivery experience(including London)
Timeline
HGV Class 1 Driver Live Haul
Avara Foods
05.2024 - Current
NPTC - Transport of Animals(Road)
City and Guilds
05.2024 -
HGV Class 1 Driver
Culina Logistics
04.2023 - 05.2024
HGV Class 1 Driver
Dave Miles Transport Ltd
02.2022 - 03.2023
HGV class 1 licence - Tranport
PJE Driver Training Hereford
01.2022 -
HGV Class 2 Driver
ABE (LEDBURY) Ltd
08.2021 - 12.2021
HGV Class 2 Driver
Cotteswold Dairy Ltd Tewkesbury
07.2020 - 08.2021
HGV licence class 2 - Transport
PJE Driver Training Hereford
03.2020 -
Packaging Operator
PCI Pharmaceuticals Ltd Hay-on-Wye
10.2016 - 12.2019
Hygiene Operative
Cargill Meats Europe (Avara Foods) Hereford
08.2015 - 03.2016
Primary School Teacher
Ion Simionescu College
09.2013 - 07.2015
Higher National Diploma - Education Sciences
Al.I.Cuza University
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