Rob King
New Deer,Turri
Summary
Highly skilled HGV driver with extensive experience in route navigation, cargo safety management, and adherence to transport regulations. Demonstrates exceptional time management and fuel consumption optimisation, ensuring efficient and timely deliveries. Proficient in navigating diverse weather and road conditions while maintaining compliance with traffic laws. Strong background in customer service, logistical operations, and transportation record maintenance. Committed to vehicle cleanliness, health and safety standards compliance, and professional conduct.
Diligent and responsible, bringing strong organisational skills and reliable time management to ensure timely deliveries and safe driving practices. Proficient in navigating various routes and maintaining vehicle conditions, coupled with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Adept at working as part of a team, but confident in lone working.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work history
Cleaner
OCS cleaning contractors
Turriff, Aberdeenshire
2025.09 - Current
- Carrying out all general cleaning as required, at Tesco stores.
- Woking as part of a small team, but also loan working
- Operating machinery, as needed
HGV driver
Co-op
Nottingham
2022.06 - 2024.08
- Dedicated HGV driver with over 5 years of experience in the retail logistics sector.
- Procient in navigating various routes to ensure timely deliveries to retail locations.
- Skilled in managing cargo safety and adhering to all transport regulations.
- Excellent time management capabilities, consistently meeting delivery deadlines while optimizing fuel consumption.
- Ability to navigate varying weather and road conditions with ease, ensuring reliability even under challenging circumstances.
- Procient in operating heavy goods vehicles safely and eciently, adhering to all trac laws and safety regulations.
- Exceptional customer service skills, fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders during deliverie.
Driver
Synseal Extrusions ltd
Nottingham
2005.06 - 2022.06
- Dedicated HGV driver with over five years of experience in the logistics industry, ensuring timely delivery of goods to various locations.
- Proficient in operating heavy goods vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Strong understanding of logistical operations within the retail sector, maximizing route efficiency to reduce costs.
- Excellent customer service skills, fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders during deliveries.
- Skilled in maintaining accurate transportation records, including vehicle inspections and delivery documentation.
- Ability to navigate varying weather and road conditions with ease, ensuring reliability even under challenging circumstances.
- Committed to maintaining vehicle cleanliness and compliance with health and safety standards to enhance operational efficiency.
- Excellent time management capabilities, consistently meeting delivery deadlines while optimizing fuel consumption.
Army reservist
MOD
2004.08 - 2010.07
- Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively.
- Proficient in strategic planning, logistics coordination, and resource management.
- Highly skilled in team collaboration, fostering camaraderie and motivation
Courier/delivery van driver
Nightspeed
Nottingham
2000.08 - 2004.08
- Proven track record of timely deliveries and exceptional customer service.
- Skilled in navigating urban and rural routes efficiently to meet tight schedules.
- Strong knowledge of safety regulations and vehicle maintenance to ensure reliability.
- Ability to handle cash transactions and manage delivery paperwork accurately.
- Excellent communication skills, fostering positive relationships with clients and team members.
- Dedicated to maintaining high levels of professionalism and representing the company positively.
- Highly experienced courier and delivery van driver with over five years in the retail industry.
Delivery Driver
Centaur
Derby
1997.08 - 2000.08
- Skilled in navigating routes efficiently to meet strict delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance in handling pharmaceutical products.
- Exceptional customer service skills, fostering positive relationships with clients and team members.
- Dedicated to timely delivery demands and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Proficient in operating vehicles safely and adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.
- Strong communication skills, enabling clear conveyance of orders and critical information.
- Highly skilled in managing logistical operations within the retail sector, ensuring smooth delivery processes.
Shop owner
Top Shop
Derby
1995.08 - 1997.08
- Implemented effective inventory management practices to minimise waste and optimise product availability.
- Prioritised customer satisfaction through personalised service and a diverse selection of high-quality products.
Shop worker
Fresh & Fruity
Derby
1990.08 - 1995.08
- Implement effective inventory management practices to minimize waste and optimize product availability.
- Prioritize customer satisfaction by offering personalized service and ensuring a diverse selection of high-quality products.
Education
GCSE - English - language & literature, Maths, Science, Geography, PE
Ripley Mill Hill
Ripley, Derbyshire 1985.09 - 9 1990
ADI part 1 & 2 - undefined
Elgin, AberdeenSkills
- HGV driving
- Route navigation
- Cargo safety management
- Transport regulations adherence
- Time management
- Fuel consumption optimization
- Weather and road condition navigation
- Heavy goods vehicle operation
- Traffic laws compliance
- Customer service
- Logistical operations understanding
- Transportation record maintenance
- Vehicle cleanliness maintenance
- Health and safety standards compliance
- Cash transaction handling
- Delivery paperwork management
- Professionalism
- Courier and delivery van driving
- Safety regulations knowledge
- Pharmaceutical product handling
- Adaptability
- Inventory management
- Strategic planning
- Logistics coordination
- Resource management
- Team collaboration
- Training exercises conducting
- Physical fitness testing
REFERENCES
- Anita, Adamczyk, anita.adamczyk@coop.co.uk
- Geraldine, Hickton, geraldine.hickton@coop.co.uk
References
- Ms Anita Adamczyk, Anita.adamczyk@coop.co.uk
- Ms Geraldine Hickton, Geraldine.hickton@coop.co.uk
Timeline
Cleaner
OCS cleaning contractors
2025.09 - Current
HGV driver
Co-op
2022.06 - 2024.08
Driver
Synseal Extrusions ltd
2005.06 - 2022.06
Army reservist
MOD
2004.08 - 2010.07
Courier/delivery van driver
Nightspeed
2000.08 - 2004.08
Delivery Driver
Centaur
1997.08 - 2000.08
Shop owner
Top Shop
1995.08 - 1997.08
Shop worker
Fresh & Fruity
1990.08 - 1995.08
GCSE - English - language & literature, Maths, Science, Geography, PE
Ripley Mill Hill
1985.09 - 9 1990