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Rachel Heel

Rachel Heel

Newton Aycliffe,Durham

Summary

I am a Confident and professional individual committed to delivering safe driving and excellent customer service. Regularly exceeds delivery performance targets through careful route planning. Willing to work flexible hours and cover evening and weekend shifts to meet logistics demands.

I am an Experienced HGV driver with background in managing deliveries across rural and urban areas. Knowledgeable about vehicle maintenance and conduct full inspections prior to loading.

I am also very proud of keeping a clean and tidy vehicle inside and out.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

HGV class 1 driver

Chas long & son aggregates
Richmond, North Yorkshire
04.2014 - Current
  • Calculated load capacity and distributed weight safely.
  • Transported goods or materials in line with delivery requirements.
  • Planned and navigated routes using excellent road network knowledge.
  • Manoeuvred and parked vehicles safely, using hazard control.
  • Operated HGVs according to UK road laws and regulations, guaranteeing safe use.
  • Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
  • Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping.
  • Assessed delivery weights to maintain compliance with load limitations.
  • worked alongside other members of the team and communicated effectively to help assist with jobs
  • Offered flexibility in working hours, covering weekend shifts to meet logistics demands.
  • Maintained up to date CPC qualification and valid digital tachograph
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Assistant deputy manager

Bridges nursery
Gateshead, Tyne and wear
08.2004 - 03.2014
  • Conducted audits and risk assessments to achieve regulatory compliance.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
  • Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
  • Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
  • Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
  • Maintained records of children's daily activities, meals and medications administered.
  • Prepared daily lessons to cover specific topics supporting children's educational, physical and social development.
  • Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
  • Enabled accurate assessment of children's progress by providing staff support and guidance in relation to EYFS framework.
  • Set up equipment and materials ahead of recreational activities.
  • Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
  • Observed children at play to monitor behaviour and social interactions, intervening in serious conflicts.
  • Developed positive, trusting relationships with groups of young children.
  • Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
  • Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.

Education

NVQ Level 4 - Autism

Edge Hill University, Ormskirk

NVQ Level 4 - Early years and care

Gateshead College, Gateshead

NVQ Level 3 - Early years and care

New College Durham, Durham

GCSEs -

Park View School, Chester le Street

Skills

  • Driver CPC
  • Class 1 HGV certified
  • UK driving regulations
  • Vehicle defect reporting
  • Route and schedule planning
  • Truck safety inspections
  • Exceptional timekeeping
  • Safety compliance
  • Cargo loading and unloading
  • UK transportation laws
  • Delivery record management

Affiliations

  • Rallying
  • Paddle boarding
  • Outdoor wild swimming, great north swim
  • Running
  • Camping
  • Dog agility and agility competitions

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

HGV class 1 driver - Chas long & son aggregates
04.2014 - Current
Assistant deputy manager - Bridges nursery
08.2004 - 03.2014
Edge Hill University - NVQ Level 4, Autism
Gateshead College - NVQ Level 4, Early years and care
New College Durham - NVQ Level 3, Early years and care
Park View School - GCSEs,

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