Paul Bennett
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Motivational Transport Manager experienced in leading high-achieving teams to deliver KPIs. Builds constructive relationships with staff and customers for smooth, productive department running. In-depth understanding of legal compliance and working time directives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Supervisor (Transport Operations)
GXO Logistics (British Telecom)
Golborne, Warrington
05.2022 - Current
- Directed core team of 36 drivers, optimising output and minimising costs.
- Oversaw daily release of over 3,000 items across UK efficiently.
- Enhanced compliance through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Optimised warehouse operations for improved shipping and inventory control.
- Coordinated transport audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Maintained vehicle fleet via preventive maintenance and defect repairs.
- Contributed to recruitment and induction of new drivers.
- Utilised Checkmaster, Tachomaster, Microlise, Axscend, Paragon, Socretes, and Warehouse manager software daily.
Class 1 (Category C+E) Driver
British Telecom (BT)
Golborne, Warrington
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Operated HGVs in compliance with UK road laws, ensuring safety during use.
- Monitored vehicle performance and reported faults swiftly to maintain operational efficiency.
- Conducted thorough pre and post-vehicle checks for strict adherence to safety standards.
- Managed high-volume HGV deliveries in rural areas, navigating tight spaces effectively.
- Optimised route planning to enhance delivery efficiency and reduce travel time.
- Prepared and submitted daily tachograph and trip records to ensure compliance.
- Maintained regular communication with management, providing updates on progress and issues.
- Liaised with customers, colleagues, and the public courteously, promoting company values.
Regional Response Controller
United Utilities Water
Bickerstaffe
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Facilitated delivery, installation, and operation of alternate supply equipment, including HGVs and mobile generators.
- Maintained sufficient bottled water supplies and executed strategic deliveries as needed.
- Scheduled maintenance, replenishment, and disinfection of emergency plant stores and equipment.
- Delivered timely responses to planned and reactive requests.
- Ensured compliance with drivers' hours legislation and Health and Safety regulations.
- Updated and audited required documentation to ensure accuracy.
- Developed extensive knowledge of the water network for enhanced operations.
- Liaised with agency staff to ensure familiarity with vehicles and adherence to safety procedures.
Class 1 (Category C+E) Driver
B&M Retail
Liverpool
03.2014 - 06.2018
- Pulled a variety of trailers to over 500 retail stores across UK.
- Executed tight manoeuvres under pressure in depots and city centre locations.
- Completed pre and post vehicle check sheets to highest standard.
- Maintained updated written daily activity sheets.
- Ensured compliance with Health & Safety regulations at all times.
- Kept current with Transport and Driving Legislation.
- Liaised with customers, colleagues, and public professionally and courteously.
Education
A-Levels -
North Liverpool Academy
Liverpool2012
GCSEs -
Hillside High School
Liverpool2010
Skills
- Transport Manager CPC holder
- Operator Licence Awareness Training
- Category CE HGV entitlement
- Driver CPC holder
- HGV assessor certification
- CPC instructor training
- First Aid at Work training
- RTITB forklift and tele-handler licence
- Proficient in MS Office and Transport software
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supervisor (Transport Operations)
GXO Logistics (British Telecom)
05.2022 - Current
Class 1 (Category C+E) Driver
British Telecom (BT)
11.2020 - 05.2022
Regional Response Controller
United Utilities Water
06.2018 - 10.2020
Class 1 (Category C+E) Driver
B&M Retail
03.2014 - 06.2018
A-Levels -
North Liverpool Academy
GCSEs -
Hillside High School