Matthew Thomson
Chester,Chesh
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in effective communication, health and safety regulations, and time efficiency. Proven ability to develop creative solutions, recognise hazards, and handle hazardous materials safely. First-aid certified with a strong commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Career goal includes advancing in the field of health and safety management to further enhance workplace safety standards.
Dependable worker experienced in moving different types of freight. Consistent about meeting targets, following orders and helping team members. Trained in safe practices and equipment operation.
Detail-orientated and self-motivated individual with keen multitasking abilities. Confident in working independently, using initiative to complete tasks quickly, efficiently and with high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouseman/Shunter/General Labourer/FLT
FedEx UK
Deeside, Flintshire
10.2002 - Current
- Kept abreast with occupational hazards, promoting a safe work environment.
- Complete basic maintenance on material handling equipment, minimising downtime with regular care.
- Organised storage areas for easy access to commonly used items.
- Safeguarded personnel safety by carrying out routine vehicle inspections.
- Maintained a clean work environment; practiced good hygiene standards consistently.
- Performed daily checks on equipment to ensure safety.
- Managed waste disposal responsibly, complying with environmental regulations.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of vehicles manually and using machines.
- Operated forklifts to lift and move heavy cargo to designated areas.
- Maintained employee safety through observation of surroundings when moving cargo.
- Handled chemicals and waste in line with COSHH regulations.
- Maintained accurate logbooks for vehicle maintenance and repair work.
- Reported forklift damage and breakdowns for prompt repair.
- Drove forklift trucks responsibly, upholding staff and environment safety.
Education
Chester Catholic High School
Chester, Cheshire 09.1985 - 05.1990
Skills
- Effective communication
- Health and Safety regulations
- Time efficiency
- Creative solution development
- Hazard recognition
- First-aid certified
- Hazardous material handling
Affiliations
- Music
- Film
Certification
FLT
In house shunting. Up to Class 1
First Aid
Fire coordinator
Dangerous goods specialist
Chemical Spills
Facilitator
Timeline
Warehouseman/Shunter/General Labourer/FLT
FedEx UK
10.2002 - Current
Chester Catholic High School
09.1985 - 05.1990
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