- I was a keen cricketer, playing league and friendly games all over Hampshire
- I still play in a tour match in Taunton every September
Michael Whyatt
Hampshire,Hampshire
Summary
Reliable Driver skilled in route planning and vehicle maintenance. Delivers safe and punctual transportation while adhering to regulatory standards. Communicates effectively to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction. Committed to road safety and efficient journey completion.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Traffic Officer
National Highways
Winchester, Hampshire
10.2017 - Current
- Put barriers, signage and equipment in place to maintain public safety.
- Followed correct procedures during rescues and criminal incidents.
- To patrol the UK motorway network and report all issues and safety defects.
- Ensured Traffic Officer's vehicle was operational and safe.
- To help customers who have broken down on the network, give advice and support .
- Updated knowledge of new work instructions and safety courses regularly.
HGV Class 1 Driver
Fowler Welch Culina
portsmouth, Hampshire
07.2017 - 11.2024
- I resigned from Fowler Welch in 2017 and joined Highways. I returned to Fowler Welch as a casual driver in 2018, working on my rest days or leave from Highways.
- Driving around the whole of the UK, delivering goods to customers.
- Ensured compliance with work and time schedules by consistently monitoring progress.
- Checking over the unit and trailer to ensure that they meet UK regulations.
- Reported vehicle defects, accidents, or damage promptly, facilitating swift repairs and maintenance.
- Adhered to all traffic and transport laws, minimising risks and upholding company reputation.
- Followed highway code and traffic laws throughout deliveries.
- Used quick-thinking and UK road knowledge to re-route during traffic delays.
- Drove to assigned locations within delivery schedules.
- Drove HGV fleet in strict accordance with UK road regulations.
Driver
MOD Civil service
Longmoor, Hampshire
04.2000 - 05.2017
- Maintaining the Army training fleet during the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts and dealing with all ongoing operations at the time.
- Checking over multiple vehicles for defects and issues,
- Dealing with multiple Army units and addressing any complaints while they check the vehicles over.
- Keeping up with regulations and adhering to strict Army timetables when moving vehicles to their destinations.
- Used safe driving practices at all times when operating vehicles.
- Notified management of vehicle safety concerns and issues.
- Loaded vehicle, properly securing items to prevent load shifting and damage during transportation.
- Washed and cleaned vehicle exterior weekly, keeping vehicle presentable and clean.
Education
GCSEs -
Horndean Commuity school
Horndean2000
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Traffic management
- Safety compliance
- Route planning
- Customer support
- Equipment maintenance
- Incident reporting
- Risk assessment
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- First aid and CPR
Interests
Timeline
Traffic Officer
National Highways
10.2017 - Current
HGV Class 1 Driver
Fowler Welch Culina
07.2017 - 11.2024
Driver
MOD Civil service
04.2000 - 05.2017
GCSEs -
Horndean Commuity school