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Richard Clarke

Sudbury,Suffolk

Summary

A skilled professional with expertise in telescopic forklifts with a CPCS card ,street works (SWQR), COCS, CITB, and Level 3 First Aid, demonstrating a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence. Proficient in banks-man duties, ensuring efficient and secure manoeuvring of vehicles and equipment. Dedicated to advancing career goals through continuous skill development and industry best practices.

Having progressed to become a telescopic forklift operator with comprehensive training in operating forklift and a CPCS card, I provide a professional efficient consistency in also ensuring all trades receive materials required.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Telescopic forklift driver

Bloors
Essex, Essex
02.2024 - Current
  • Kept work area clean, promoting a safe working environment.
  • Maintained focus whilst operating heavy equipment in a busy environment.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding any potential issues or concerns
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations at all times.
  • Reduced downtime with routine maintenance of forklift machinery.
  • Reported forklift damage and breakdowns for prompt repair.

Telescopic forklift operator

Taylor Whimpey
Sudbury Suffolk, Suffolk
04.2021 - 12.2023
  • Managed time effectively by prioritising tasks according to urgency and importance; this led to improved workflow and efficiency at work site.
  • Implemented company protocols with diligence to maintain high standards of operation.
  • Followed health and safety regulations whilst operating heavy machinery for staff well-being.
  • Ensured safety by adhering to forklift operating guidelines and procedures.
  • Performed pre-operation inspections of the forklift to ensure its safety readiness.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding any potential issues or concerns.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, resulting in smooth workflow.
  • Provided support during holiday periods to cover staff shortages.

Telescopic Forklift operator

Taylor Wimpey
Sudbury, Suffolk
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Followed health and safety regulations whilst operating heavy machinery for staff well-being.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record demonstrating commitment and professionalism.
  • Ensured safety by conducting daily inspections of forklift equipment.
  • Managed time effectively by prioritising tasks according to urgency and importance; this led to improved workflow and efficiency at work site.
  • Manoeuvred forklift safely in confined areas.
  • Monitored forklift operation to maintain safe working order, promptly reporting issues to managers.
  • Drove forklift trucks responsibly, upholding staff and environment safety.

Forklift operator

Simcott Projects Ltd
Brightlingsea, Essex
03.2012 - 04.2015
  • Maintained excellent attendance record demonstrating commitment and professionalism.
  • Managed time effectively by prioritising tasks according to urgency and importance; this led to improved workflow and efficiency at work site.
  • Ensured safety by conducting daily inspections of forklift equipment.
  • Implemented company protocols with diligence to maintain high standards of operation.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Maintained clear and hazard-free work sites.

Road traffic management operative

Carrollion
Get Blakenham, Suffolk
03.2010 - 04.2012
  • Coordinated with highway authorities to ensure compliance with legal regulations.
  • Provided clear navigation to drivers whilst handling unexpected traffic situations.
  • Assisted pedestrians, ensuring their safe crossing during road works.
  • Participated in regular refresher training; kept up-to-date knowledge about latest industry practices.
  • Monitored and reported potential hazards or safety issues on the roadways for immediate action.
  • Collaborated with teams for efficient implementation of traffic management plans.

Education

GCSEs - GCSE

Sudbury Upper school
Suffolk
09/1993 - 05/1996

Skills

  • The ability to continually work under pressure Independently, but also as team encouraging productivity
  • Forklift certification
  • Reliable punctuality
  • Equipment maintenance awareness
  • Forklift operation
  • Loading and unloading expertise
  • Telescopic Handler Forklift operation
  • Forklift safety procedures
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Attention to Detail

Affiliations

  • Being a keen follower of sport especially football, I am a season ticket holder for my local club and a supporter of Liverpool.
  • Having two sons and many friends I appreciate family time and socialising it's
  • Keeping mentally and physically fit is an important part of my life and great discipline, so I continue to be a member at my local gym

Certification

CPCS card

Street works (SWQR)

COCS

CITB

Level 3 first aid

Banks-men

All achieved with in a professional institute



References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Telescopic forklift driver

Bloors
02.2024 - Current

Telescopic forklift operator

Taylor Whimpey
04.2021 - 12.2023

Telescopic Forklift operator

Taylor Wimpey
04.2021 - 04.2022

Forklift operator

Simcott Projects Ltd
03.2012 - 04.2015

Road traffic management operative

Carrollion
03.2010 - 04.2012

GCSEs - GCSE

Sudbury Upper school
09/1993 - 05/1996

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