Martyn Benny
Sutton Coldfield,West Midlands
Summary
I have over 50 years of experience in road transport with a strong focus on compliance and fleet management, overseeing operations of up to 103 vehicles. Achieved 100% and 98% ratings in recent audits by DHL AMCoE, demonstrating a commitment to high standards. Currently enrolled in the Transport Managers Core Skills course, enhancing my knowledge and skills in transport management. I hold a C+E Driving Licence, Driver Qualification Card, and Smith System Certificate, ensuring readiness for a leadership role in transport compliance.
Overview
56
56
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Compliance Manager
DHL Supply Chain
Coventry, West Midlands
09.2015 - Current
- Currently managing legal compliance and efficient operations of fleet comprising tractor units, trailers, and rigid box vans along with approximately 34 drivers on Bridgestone Tyres contract.
Transport Supervisor/trainer and O Licence holder
Norbert Dentressangle/XPO
Birmingham/Rugby/ Aylesford/ Coventry depots, West Midlands/Kent
12.2007 - 09.2015
- Ensured legal compliance across multiple depots as O Licence holder for Coventry and Aylesford.
Provided training for drivers and transport staff at new contracts, including Mitsubishi Milton Keynes and Co-operative Society at Cabot Park, Portbury.
Driver trainer and Transport Supervisor
Christian Salvesen
Sutton Coldfield & Birmingham depots., West Midlands
02.2000 - 12.2007
- Conducted training for drivers, transport staff, and warehouse personnel.
- Covered delivery routes and performed shunting or transport office duties.
Class 1/2 HGV Driver
Swift Transport/Christian Salvesen
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
08.1999 - 02.2000
- This where I started my time on the tyre delivery and warehousing contracts which was only going to be a stop gap of a few months, but I am still with these tyre contracts 26 years later!
- Driving class 2 & Class 1 vehicles as they were called at the time. Delivering to customers across England, Scotland, and Wales.
Company Director
Body Tec Health & Fitness Studios
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
04.1984 - 03.1999
- Responsible for overseeing the maintainance of premises and gym equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
Managed advertising and promotional activities to increase membership engagement.
Planned and executed fitness training programs as a qualified N A B B A gym instructor.
Provided dietary advice to clients, enhancing their fitness regimens.
Owner of transport company
Halcyon Distribution
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
09.1974 - 10.1987
- Expanded fleet from one van to thirteen box vans and three drawbar trailers.
Managed a team of approximately twenty staff members for efficient operations.
Distributed furniture, car parts, and foodstuffs across mainland Britain.
Coordinated house removals to Yugoslavia, Austria, and Spain.
Transitioned from Log Books to Manual Tachographs for recording driver hours.
Quality Control Supervisor
G R Stein Refractories
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
05.1972 - 09.1974
- Responsible for the quality of carbon cathodes manufactured for the aluminium production industry worldwide. From raw materials to finished products. Working in a Testing Laboratory and overseeing the setting up of production machinery.
Quality Control Technician
Steetley Refractories
Cadeby Nr Doncaster, South Yorkshire
06.1971 - 05.1972
- Checked and tested production processes for limestone powders and fired dolomite.
Van assistant
Jacksons Bread
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
07.1970 - 06.1971
- Assisting in the delivery & sales of bakery products to shops & supermarkets.
Education
International CPC - Road Transport
Road Transport Industry Training Board
Shrewsbury, SHR1978
ONC - Maths & Sciences
Doncaster Collage of Technology
Doncaster, DNC1973
GCSEs - General education
Intake HIgh School
Doncaster, DNC1970
O level - General education
Intake High School
Doncaster, DNC1970
Timeline
Fleet Compliance Manager
DHL Supply Chain
09.2015 - Current
Transport Supervisor/trainer and O Licence holder
Norbert Dentressangle/XPO
12.2007 - 09.2015
Driver trainer and Transport Supervisor
Christian Salvesen
02.2000 - 12.2007
Class 1/2 HGV Driver
Swift Transport/Christian Salvesen
08.1999 - 02.2000
Company Director
Body Tec Health & Fitness Studios
04.1984 - 03.1999
Owner of transport company
Halcyon Distribution
09.1974 - 10.1987
Quality Control Supervisor
G R Stein Refractories
05.1972 - 09.1974
Quality Control Technician
Steetley Refractories
06.1971 - 05.1972
Van assistant
Jacksons Bread
07.1970 - 06.1971
International CPC - Road Transport
Road Transport Industry Training Board
ONC - Maths & Sciences
Doncaster Collage of Technology
GCSEs - General education
Intake HIgh School
O level - General education
Intake High School