Skilled HGV Class 2 Driver with strong driving and time management skills. Works with minimal supervision and completes timely assignments. Proven to safely deliver good and maintain quality of truck.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
HGV class 2 driver
TP SKIP HIRE LTD
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
10.1992 - 07.2024
Conducted daily walkaround checks to verify vehicle roadworthiness.
Ensured vehicles were in safe condition by undertaking safety checks at start and end of shifts.
Performed numerous full load and multi-drop deliveries, consistently working within company targets.
Demonstrated understanding of Tachograph legislation and effective use of Digital Tachograph card.
Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
Fire Proofing Technician
Furmanite Ltd
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
09.1990 - 09.1992
Removed and replaced worn and damaged components to reduce risk of breakdowns.
Collaborated with engineers, technicians and maintenance personnel to complete projects.
Factory production worker
ARMSTRONG FLOORING LTD
Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees
06.1989 - 09.1990
Communicated safely to coordinate with team members in noisy and fast-paced environment.
Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
Created top-quality products by following strict standards and specifications.
Maintained fast pace and attention to detail to meet productivity targets.
Fire protection engineer
RB HILTON LTD
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
08.1987 - 05.1989
Collaborated with engineering teams in creating, testing and maintaining functional fire suppression systems.
Retained knowledge of current fire regulations for optimised system compliance.
Modified and repaired fire suppression systems and products for improved safety and function.
Welder fabricator
MIDDLESBROUGH CONTAINERS
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
05.1983 - 08.1987
Operated grinders, clamps and drills to safety standards.
Operated welding tools and equipment safely to minimise error and risk.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
Cut and handled metal and associated materials with care to eliminate damage.
Apprentice roofer
BUR ROOFING LTD
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
05.1981 - 05.1983
Utilised scafffolding, ladders and hoist to assist with roofing tasks.
Installed insulation materials, gutters and flashing.
Worked with slate, tile and batten to protect roofs.
Measured and cut roofing materials with accuracy to avoid waste.
Adhered to health and safety procedures in construction.
APPRENTICE ROOFER
WB ROBINSON & SONS
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
05.1980 - 05.1981
Utilised scafffolding, ladders and hoist to assist with roofing tasks.
Installed insulation materials, gutters and flashing.
Worked with slate, tile and batten to protect roofs.
Measured and cut roofing materials with accuracy to avoid waste.
Adhered to health and safety procedures in construction.
Education
GCSEs -
KINGS MANOR COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL
Middlesbrough
09.1975 - 05.1980
Skills
75-tonne vehicle operations
Truck repairs and maintenance
Route planning
Fleet management software updates
GPS proficiency
Vehicle defect reporting
Fuel-efficient driving
Safe driving practices
Delivery complaint management
Vehicle maintenance and repairs
Safe stacking heights and weight checks
Working time regulations adherence
Delivering to schedule
Flatbed lorry operation
Vehicle inspections
Radio communications
Road Traffic Act compliance
Vehicle security
Transport Law knowledge
Digital tachograph operation
Lorry manoeuvring
HGV route optimisation
Route and schedule planning
Multi-drop deliveries
Logbook maintenance
Lorry safety inspections
UK transportation laws
Truck safety inspections
Loading and unloading
Tachograph operation
Multidrop deliveries planning
Highway Code expertise
32 tonne vehicle operating
Defensive driving
Rerouting
Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation
Class 2 licence
VIN identification
Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
Preventive maintenance
Heavy Goods Vehicle operation
Long drive stamina
Hydraulics operation
Transportation logs
Geographic Teesside knowledge
Lorry maintenance
Affiliations
I have been active in sport all my life from playing Football, Rugby & Judo and now Cycling, I also have coaching awards in both Football & Rugby and have coached Acklam RUFC at both junior & senior levels including three years as first team coach. I still keep actively fit and cycle all year round both indoor & outdoor.