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Norman Bleek

Horden,Durham

Summary

Experienced driver with focus on Class 1 HGV operations for over 20 years. Capable of ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining vehicle safety standards. Skilled in route planning, load management, and compliance with transport regulations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Class 1 HGV driver

Ev-Cargo
Birtley
06.2014 - 06.2025
  • Managed time effectively whilst on long haul journeys, avoiding delays in delivery schedule.
  • Secured cargo properly, preventing any damages during transit.
  • Demonstrated strong understanding of transport regulations, leading to compliance with all rules and laws.
  • Delivered goods on time by strictly adhering to planned routes.
  • Utilised GPS systems proficiently to navigate routes efficiently.
  • Showed adaptability in dealing with unexpected traffic or weather conditions, maintaining safety standards always.
  • Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
  • Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping across shift changes.
  • Carried out tramping and trunking, meeting daily delivery targets.

Class 1 HGV driver

Harkers Transport
Sunderland
02.2006 - 06.2014
  • Demonstrated strong understanding of transport regulations, leading to compliance with all rules and laws.
  • Managed time effectively whilst on long haul journeys, avoiding delays in delivery schedule.
  • Collaborated well with dispatchers to receive and confirm delivery instructions correctly and promptly.
  • Secured cargo properly, preventing any damages during transit.
  • Delivered goods on time by strictly adhering to planned routes.
  • Utilised GPS systems proficiently to navigate routes efficiently.
  • Showed adaptability in dealing with unexpected traffic or weather conditions, maintaining safety standards always.
  • Maintained regular contact with logistics management, updating on progress and reporting issues.

Class 1 HGV driver

Silent Night Furniture
Sunderland
06.2004 - 02.2006
  • Delivered goods on time by strictly adhering to planned routes.
  • Demonstrated strong understanding of transport regulations, leading to compliance with all rules and laws.
  • Secured cargo properly, preventing any damages during transit.
  • Utilised GPS systems proficiently to navigate routes efficiently.
  • Showed adaptability in dealing with unexpected traffic or weather conditions, maintaining safety standards always.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with punctual deliveries.
  • Managed time effectively whilst on long haul journeys, avoiding delays in delivery schedule.
  • Completed delivery paperwork accurately for seamless transactions.
  • Communicated professionally with clients on arrival times and potential delays, boosting client trust and satisfaction levels.

Education

Shotton Hall Comprehensive School
Peterlee, Durham
09/1982 - 06/1987

Skills

  • Traffic rules compliance
  • Handling delivery paperwork
  • Class 1 hgv licence
  • Punctuality and dependability
  • Stress resilience
  • Time-Sensitive deliveries
  • Driving in adverse conditions
  • Load distribution
  • Safety compliance
  • Client communication
  • Loading and unloading
  • UK road regulations
  • Long distance driving
  • HGV safety compliance
  • Professionalism

Affiliations

  • Golf
  • Football
  • Socialising
  • Travelling

Reference

Jeremy Ward 

Hydro Contract Manager

e: Jeremy.ward@evcargo.com

m: 07500863273


Timeline

Class 1 HGV driver

Ev-Cargo
06.2014 - 06.2025

Class 1 HGV driver

Harkers Transport
02.2006 - 06.2014

Class 1 HGV driver

Silent Night Furniture
06.2004 - 02.2006

Shotton Hall Comprehensive School
09/1982 - 06/1987

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