Robert Anthony Whitwam
Huddersfield,West Yorkshire
Summary
I am an active person who works well in a team as well as on an individual basis. Due to my enthusiasm, I have the ability to promote motivation in others & contribute to good team spirit. This is achieved through the user of effective communication skills with colleagues at all levels. Versatile and learn new tasks/skills very quickly. Motivated professional with strong problem-solving capabilities and a commitment to safety in high-pressure environments. Demonstrates exceptional team-building skills, fostering a collaborative atmosphere among colleagues. Brings flexibility and adaptability to diverse driving tasks, ensuring reliable service delivery.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Class 1 Recovery Driver
Automobile Association
Leeds, West Yorkshire
04.2020 - Current
- Mentored new recruits to transition from training to real-world vehicle recovery operations.
- Implemented rigorous safety protocols to minimize accidents during recovery tasks.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges in vehicle recovery.
Self employed agency driver
JPD Transport services LTD
08.2015 - Current
- Doing various class 1&2 jobs through Mac Recruitment for Romac Logistics.
ADVANCED Supply chain
05.2014 - Current
- Various Class 1&2 Jobs
Drivers plus (Agency)
10.2010 - 05.2014
- Various Class 1&2 Jobs on a self Employed Basis.
Self Employed Courier
07.2009 - 10.2010
- Main job is working for DX delivering Passports all over The Yorkshire Region.
Class 1 Night Trunk Driver
Parcelnet
01.2006 - 07.2009
- Office Supervisor on temporary basis to cover Sunday nights.
- Parcelnet are the UK’s Largest Home shopping Delivery Service.
Drivers plus (Agency)
05.2004 - 01.2006
- Various Class 1&2 Jobs on a self Employed Basis.
Class 1 Tanker Driver
Pattersons Tankers
05.2003 - 05.2004
- Collecting & Delivering Various Bulk Liquids Within the Food Industry Non ADR.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Brook Crompton
01.2002 - 05.2003
- Reporting to the Executive Quality manager with the responsibility for a wide range of quality roles.
- Duties:
- Evaluating and reporting of internal reject figures.
- Assembly line final inspection and rectification.
- Setting up and maintaining a gauge calibration system for over 3500 gauges.
- Component sample approval.
- Machine capability audits.
- Auditing of departmental quality procedures.
- Sample approval and for the use with product audits.
- Backing up of quality computer systems.
- Writing quality procedures in line with the current ISO 9001 standards.
- Investigation and rectification of motors returned from customer under warranty.
- Liaising with customers and suppliers on a wide range of quality issues.
- Seconded to Polish sister factory to assist in establishing and implementing inspection procedures on hazardous area product.
- Setting up and reporting on the Scrap/Reject analysis from offshore supplier (Poland) for the Hazardous Area Products.
CNC Setter and Operator
Brook Crompton
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Cast Iron Endshield Manufacture – setting up & running the Machines.
Aluminium Die-Casting Technician/Supervisor
Brook Crompton
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Responsible for the setting and running of the tooling on High Pressure Aluminium Die-Casting Machine Within the foundry.
- Responsible for taking Samples of the Aluminium to Check on the Quality & grade of Aluminium.
- Implemented new standardised work sheets for all other Technicians/Supervisors to follow when setting up machine for first production run, to help reduce downtime therefore increasing productivity.
Tool Room Engineer (Apprentice)
Brook Crompton
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Skilled Engineer – Setter/Operator. All aspects of toolroom work including turning, milling.
CNC Setter and Operator
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Cast Iron Endshield Manufacture – setting up & running the Machines.
Education
Huddersfield -
Huddersfield University
Huddersfield01.1996
Huddersfield -
Huddersfield Technical College
Huddersfield01.1995
High School - Huddersfield
Colne Valley High School
Huddersfield01.1991
Skills
- Problem solving
- Risk assessment
- Safety protocol implementation
- Team building
- Employee training
- Adaptive problem solving
- Technical liaison
- Driving licence category ce
- Customer Service
- Flexible working hours
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Patience under pressure
- Time-management
- Decision making
- Driving licence
- Mechanical knowledge
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Health and Safety
- Motivated team player
- Physical fitness level
- Quick decision-making
- Dependable and reliable
References
- Mr Richard Oldfield, Drivers Plus, West 26 Business Park, Dyehouse drive, Bradford, BD19 4TY, 07855493264
- Mrs Elaine Nixon, Cottage No1 Holmfield, Holmfield Road, Longwood, Huddersfield, HD3 4TY, 01484 648197
Hobbies and Interests
- Keen Interest in Football and all forms Of Motorsports Watching only
- Enjoying going to the gym,running, Cycling & Walking with my family whenever possible
Training
- Counter Balance Fork Lift Truck Licence, Brook Crompton, 1994
- First Aid Course, 1999
Personal Information
Health Status: Excellent, Non Smoker
Timeline
Class 1 Recovery Driver
Automobile Association
04.2020 - Current
Self employed agency driver
JPD Transport services LTD
08.2015 - Current
ADVANCED Supply chain
05.2014 - Current
Drivers plus (Agency)
10.2010 - 05.2014
Self Employed Courier
07.2009 - 10.2010
Class 1 Night Trunk Driver
Parcelnet
01.2006 - 07.2009
Drivers plus (Agency)
05.2004 - 01.2006
Class 1 Tanker Driver
Pattersons Tankers
05.2003 - 05.2004
Quality Assurance Engineer
Brook Crompton
01.2002 - 05.2003
CNC Setter and Operator
Brook Crompton
01.2000 - 01.2001
Aluminium Die-Casting Technician/Supervisor
Brook Crompton
01.1995 - 01.2000
Tool Room Engineer (Apprentice)
Brook Crompton
01.1994 - 01.1995
CNC Setter and Operator
01.1992 - 01.1994
Huddersfield -
Huddersfield University
Huddersfield -
Huddersfield Technical College
High School - Huddersfield
Colne Valley High School