- In my spare time i enjoy DJing at early 1940's vintage weekends and events
- i also like to visit National trusts homes around the country
- And also we love to get away in our caravan
Paul Andrews
Burnely,lancishire
Summary
Skilled HGV Class 1 Driver with expertise in route optimisation and tachograph operation. Manages vehicle maintenance and inspections to ensure safety and compliance. Communicates effectively with logistics teams to facilitate operations and adapt to delivery schedule changes. Demonstrates strong navigation and route planning abilities, ensuring timely and safe delivery of goods while maintaining high service standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
HGV Class 1 Driver
PASSED TEST
07.2019 - Current
Class 1 HGV Driver
Wincanton PLC / GXO
09.2021 - 09.2026
- Drove vehicles to designated delivery locations, ensuring timely arrival within delivery schedules.
- Adhered to all traffic and transport laws, reducing risks and reinforcing company reputation.
- Followed highway code and traffic laws throughout deliveries.
- Utilised digital tachographs correctly to record driving hours, breaks, and rest periods.
- Assessed equipment before and after use, following strict roadworthiness and safety procedures.
- Manoeuvred vehicles safely to eliminate risk to cargo or people.
- Reported vehicle defects, accidents, or damage promptly to ensure timely repairs and minimise downtime.
- Drove vehicles to designated delivery locations, ensuring timely arrival. within delivery schedules.
HGV Class 1 Driver
EFS Global
Burnely
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Assessed equipment before and after use, following strict roadworthiness and safety procedures.
- Followed highway code and traffic laws throughout deliveries.
- Managed documentation for each delivery, including timesheets, delivery notes, and fuel receipts.
- Communicated delivery delays and updates to logistics teams.
HGV Driver Class 1
CPI euromix
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Navigated through various routes, using GPS and maps, to optimise delivery efficiency.
- Carried out vehicle maintenance, oil checks and assessed tyre pressure before long journeys.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations, promoting road safety at all times.
- Followed highway code and traffic laws throughout deliveries.
- Participated in regular training sessions on safety, compliance, and new technologies.
- Communicated effectively with team members and management via radio and phone.
Education
Calderdale College
HalifaxSkills
- Driving licence category CE
- Tachograph usage
- Tachograph operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Vehicle maintenance
- Load securing
- Route optimisation
- Use of satnav systems
- Compliance adherence
- Dependable and reliable
- Incident reporting
- Driver CPC
- Long drive stamina
- Coupling and uncoupling
- Customer communication
- Dependable and reliable
- Tachograph operation
- ADR Trained 9 10
Interests
Timeline
Class 1 HGV Driver
Wincanton PLC / GXO
09.2021 - 09.2026
HGV Class 1 Driver
EFS Global
10.2020 - 09.2021
HGV Class 1 Driver
PASSED TEST
07.2019 - Current
HGV Driver Class 1
CPI euromix
07.2019 - 10.2020
Calderdale College