Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Mr Nicholas

Cardiff,South Glamorgan

Summary

A multi-talented, self motivated logistics professional with significant experience from working both independently and as a subcontractor and being used to maintaining and delivering high levels of customer service in numerous fast moving and competitive industries. An exemplary track record of working directly with and managing the complex needs of a wide customer base over a vast geographical network. Exposure to all aspects of manufacture, supply and distribution.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Driver

Udrive
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
11.2021 - Current
  • Interacted with customers pleasantly and professionally, delivering first-class care and service.
  • Used on-board navigation systems to plan journeys effectively, meeting estimated delivery times.
  • Delivered outstanding customer care to clients, driving safely and responsibly to maintain customer comfort and security.
  • Topped up oil and tyres to support vehicle safety and functionality.

Driver

SAW Transport
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
07.2013 - 11.2021

Sub contracting to Panasonic, West Midlands Ambulance Service, British Gas and the Metropolitan Police


Delivering IT Equipment


Delivering general light haulage throughout the UK

Transport Manager

PDQ Light Haulage
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
06.1995 - 07.2013
  • Reduced in-field incidents by enforcing strict adherence to compliance and safety standards.
  • Coordinated and managed allocation of drivers and vehicles to service network, guaranteeing efficient, accurate deliveries.
  • Oversaw budget and forecast planning, effectively reducing overages and enhancing adherence.
  • Planned transport solutions fo local and international clients.

Driver Manager

Eden Transport
Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff
02.1992 - 06.1995
  • Operational management cover provided in the absence of company owners.
  • Customer services via face to face and telephone queries.
  • Preparing pricing quotations and influencing the bid process.


  • Warehousing, fork lift experience, picking and maintaining storage facilities.
  • Organising competent driver availability and managing work schedules.
  • General office management and developing new business.

Ambulance Driver

S Glamorgan Ambulance Service
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
09.1987 - 02.1992

Ambulance Driver working for the out patient ambulance service and providing transportation of patients between their home and the various hospitals within the health authority.

Duties included:


  • Extensive customer service provided with exemplary levels of care, compassion and safe handling.
  • Scheduling multi pick up and drop off transportation visits to coincide with patient appointment times and the transferring of patients to neighbouring hospitals.

Chef

Glan ely Hospital
Fairwater Cardiff, South Glamorgan
09.1977 - 09.1987
  • Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.

Education

GCSEs - General

Saint Cadocs Barry, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
09.1971 - 09.1977

Skills

  • Google maps navigation
  • Customer interaction and engagement
  • Vehicle and equipment safety
  • Strategic loading methods
  • Vehicle defect reporting
  • Customer rapport
  • Safety standards and protocols
  • Vehicle inspections

Timeline

Driver - Udrive
11.2021 - Current
Driver - SAW Transport
07.2013 - 11.2021
Transport Manager - PDQ Light Haulage
06.1995 - 07.2013
Driver Manager - Eden Transport
02.1992 - 06.1995
Ambulance Driver - S Glamorgan Ambulance Service
09.1987 - 02.1992
Chef - Glan ely Hospital
09.1977 - 09.1987
Saint Cadocs Barry - GCSEs, General
09.1971 - 09.1977
Mr Nicholas