Rafal Swiatkowski
Driver HGV, ADI , Margin and Aquisition
Mexborough
Summary
Hardworking student seeking flexible HGV driving position. Quick learner, eager to contribute to driving team and gain practical experience. Offers excellent communication and active listening skills to understand and follow complex instructions. Reliable [Job Title] with experience in route planning, economical driving measures and vehicle inspections. Friendly and open team player with focus on increasing fuel efficiency and streamlining processes. Knowledgeable about all UK road laws and regulations to maintain full compliance. Hardworking transport professional with proven skills in completing prompt, accurate heavy-goods delivery services. Autonomous and reliable, consistently meeting daily route demands. Physically fit for safe, secure manual lifting and loading.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
HGV Class 1 Driver
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Wath upon Dearne, Rotherham
05.2022 - Current
- Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
- Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
- Managed high-volume HGV deliveries across rural areas, manoeuvring vehicles effectively in tight spaces.
- Collected, documented and loaded goods with care to avoid damage and risk.
- Collected and returned HGVs to and from depots, maintaining good timekeeping across shift changes.
transport Company Director
self employer
Mexborough, Doncaster
05.2016 - 05.2022
- Monitored budget to meet sales and revenue targets.
- Oversaw financial management, achieving optimal resource allocation and maximum ROI.
- Certified company met relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
- Designed business strategies to acquire short and long-term goals for company.
- Recruited and developed high-performing teams, fostering positive and results-driven workplace culture.
- Leveraged industry expertise to navigate regulatory compliance and legal considerations.
- Produced business plans to maximise growth and minimise cost for company.
- Developed crisis management strategies to address unforeseen challenges.
- Championed customer-centric approach, resulting in enhanced client satisfaction.
- Represented company in public forums, enhancing brand reputation and visibility.
- Spearheaded strategic planning initiatives to drive company growth and profitability.
- Developed professional relationships with business partners, shareholders and authorities to establish trust, rapport and reliability.
- Chaired board meetings, providing strategic insights and updates on company performance.
- Researched best practices and trends to stay abreast with developments.
- Created long-term business strategy to drive company success.
- Oversaw daily company operations to reach financial targets.
A D I
self employer
Mexborough, Doncaster
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Oversaw operation of dual control, automatic transmission and manual transmission vehicles with strict attention to safety.
- Strategically planned routes to meet learners' abilities and requirements.
- Updated student records, accurately detailing attendance and test scores.
- Communicated concise instructions related to vehicle operation and basic controls.
- Motivated students with encouragement and regular appraisal, building appreciation of personal development in line with test requirements.
- Demonstrated and taught methods for lane changes and parallel parking.
- Supported student drivers in hands-on road training, with real-time guidance to foster safety and confidence.
- Quickly established rapport and developed trusted professional relationships with students.
- Offered comprehensive training on road and vehicle safety to meet Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) training requirements.
- Informed students of clear traffic rules and road safety to promote safe and compliant driving.
- Educated learners on importance of basic safety checks related to vehicle fluids, tyres and general operation.
- Supervised practical examinations to provide support and relieve student anxiety.
- Assessed learners' driving knowledge and ability and adapted lessons accordingly.
- Delivered lessons and lectures on UK road regulations to build foundational understanding of safe driving.
- Planned series of lessons to prepare learners for classroom and practical examinations.
- Maintained awareness of current exam material and procedures and evolved lesson plans to reflect changes.
- Performed detailed pre-lesson vehicle inspections to identify safety hazards and minimise risks.
- Facilitated [Number]% student pass rate for Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) practical tests.
- Promoted student skill development, offering theory and practical driving exercises to reinforce concepts.
- Managed complex schedule of driving lesson appointments and practical skills tests.
- Built bespoke, strategic lesson plans, tailored to individual student ability and development.
- Prepared students for practical and theory examinations, maintaining high rate of first-time passes.
- Guaranteed students' safety by operating driving controls in emergency situations.
- Designated lesson time to focus on areas requiring further improvement.
- Informed students about road safety, hazard management and risk minimisation.
- Explained and demonstrated use of gears, brakes and signals for safe driving.
- Planned lesson routes to expose student to different road types and varied driving situations.
- Progressed lesson difficulty and driving time based on student confidence and ability.
- Illustrated handling and mechanical operation of motor vehicles and driving techniques using visual aids.
- Taught advanced driving techniques required to emergency situations.
- Integrated and adapted to new technology used in cars.
- Adapted teaching and communication styles to meet different learning needs.
- Empathised with students to cultivate positive and friendly rapport.
- Tailored driving routes, lesson times and teaching strategies based on student needs.
- Inspected vehicle to guarantee road worthiness and diagnose problems.
- Helped students to interpret traffic signals and navigate tricky junctions.
- Educated students about road traffic regulations, encouraging further at-home study to prepare for theory tests.
- Advised students when to book driving exams based on progress and lesson performance.
- Provided constructive feedback to help direct students' focus and efforts.
- Instructed driving students under actual driving situations, reacting to hazards in real-time.
- Scheduled weekly lessons, adapting quickly to cancellations and requests for changes.
Education
Jablon
Poland 09.1997 - 06.2000
Skills
Complex road condition expertise
Roadside safety instruction
Local area knowledge
Confidence building strategies
DSVA regulations
Lesson planning
Road safety expertise
Vehicle safety expertise
Automatic driving instruction
UK traffic regulations
Emergency situation preparation
Pre-lesson vehicle inspections
Advanced driving techniques
Timeline
HGV Class 1 Driver
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05.2022 - Current
transport Company Director
self employer
05.2016 - 05.2022
A D I
self employer
05.2014 - 05.2016
Jablon
09.1997 - 06.2000