Matthew Higgs
Dudley,DUD
Summary
Experienced HGV Class 2 driver with a comprehensive understanding of traffic laws and waste disposal regulations. Proficient in route planning, load management, and vehicle inspection, ensuring punctuality and safety on the road. Skilled in the use of digital tachographs and CPC certified, with a strong commitment to safe driving practices and UK geographical knowledge. Career goal includes advancing expertise in logistics management while maintaining high standards of truck safety inspections and load securing.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
HGV class 2 tipper driver
A.Hampshire transport LTD
Brierley Hill, Dudley
04.2019 - Current
- Delivered loads safely to building sites following set schedules.
- Managed paperwork effectively to ensure accurate invoicing and record keeping.
- Achieved efficient transportation routes by utilising satellite navigation systems.
- Enhanced company reputation through exceptional customer service skills whilst delivering loads.
- Safeguarded other road users by operating HGV Class 2 Tipper truck responsibly at all times.
- Handled unexpected situations calmly such as road accidents or severe weather conditions.
- Completed regular vehicle checks to prevent breakdowns on the job.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure optimal vehicle condition before setting off.
- Provided accurate record keeping for deliveries, collections, and mileage logs using digital tachograph system.
- Maintained excellent attendance record demonstrating reliability and commitment.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers to report delays or problems on the road.
- Reduced maintenance costs through diligent operation of vehicle and equipment.
- Maintained vehicle safety standards for roadworthiness.
- Adhered strictly to HGV regulations for driver's hours and rest breaks.
- Adhered to driving hours laws to prevent tiredness and risk of accidents.
- Conducted daily walkaround checks to verify vehicle roadworthiness.
- Ensured vehicles were in safe condition by undertaking safety checks at start and end of shifts.
- Drove vehicles responsibly and safely, following British and EU road transport regulations.
Department manager
Morrisons
Kingswinford, Dudley
12.2006 - 04.2019
- Coordinated inter-departmental collaborations, resulting in cohesive projects.
- Implemented quality control measures, maintaining high standards of service.
- Revitalised sales strategy with innovative marketing tactics.
- Fostered positive work environment, enhancing team cohesion.
- Improved staff morale by implementing regular feedback sessions.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent stock shortages.
- Conducted team meetings to improve internal communication.
- Handled customer complaints for improved satisfaction rates.
- Reduced operational delays with proactive scheduling.
- Delegated tasks and reacted to changing workloads to maintain efficient operations.
Education
GCSEs - Maths
Ellowes Hall School
Dudley 09.1996 - 05.2001
Skills
- Adaptable to changing routes
- Traffic laws knowledge
- Digital tachograph card
- Load management
- HGV class 2 licence
- Waste disposal regulations understanding
- Route planning
- Punctuality
- UK geographical knowledge
- Vehicle defect reporting
- Safe driving practices
Certification
Hgv class 1- feb 2025
Hgv class 2 - jan 2019
drivers cpc - expires jan 2029
drivers tachograph card expires- Jan 2029
Timeline
HGV class 2 tipper driver
A.Hampshire transport LTD
04.2019 - Current
Department manager
Morrisons
12.2006 - 04.2019
GCSEs - Maths
Ellowes Hall School
09.1996 - 05.2001
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