Robert Gibson
Belfast,County Antrim
Summary
Dependable driver and labourer with extensive experience in vehicle operation. Ensures safety through thorough vehicle inspections. Delivers exceptional service by effectively managing loads and maintaining positive customer interactions. Motivated with a strong background in customer-facing roles. Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills, contributing positively to diverse work environments. Eager to learn and develop professionally.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
26
26
years of professional experience
Work history
Driver Labourer
Belfast City Council
Belfast, Antrim
2009.05 - Current
- Use safe driving practices at all times when operating vehicles.
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards and report necessary repairs.
- Notify management of vehicle safety concerns and issues.
- Load vehicle, properly securing items to prevent load shifting and damage during transportation.
- Wash and clean vehicle exterior daily, keeping vehicle presentable and clean.
- Follow highway codes at all times when driving company vehicles and transporting goods.
- Stayed vigilant and within safe driving practices when operating vehicles.
- Drive cautiously in bad weather conditions to maximise safety.
- Keep vehicle interior and exterior spotless by carrying out vehicle deep cleaning, including pressure washing.
- Safely operated different company vehicles, including, vans and light and heavy duty lorries.
- Record vehicle maintenance reports to comply with company policies and legal requirements.
- Participate in regular training sessions to update driving skills and safety protocols.
- Uphold professional standards with the public, representing the company positively in all interactions.
- Report any incidents or accidents immediately, completing necessary documentation for insurance purposes.
- Perform street cleaning duties to a high standard.
- Good geographical knowledge of Belfast.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team or independently.
- Implement health and safety protocols to ensure compliance and protect team members.
Driver Labourer
Relocation Logisitics
Belfast, Antrim
2006.10 - 2009.05
- Deliver excellent customer service when interacting with customers.
- Pack, load and unload heavy furniture and boxes, employing safe lifting techniques to prevent injury.
- Trained new starts on removal techniques, and customer service standards.
- Pack delicate items with protective materials, minimising damage during transportation.
- Cash handling.
- Complete delivery paperwork/inventories and tachographs, submitting to managers.
- Good geographical knowledge of Northern Ireland and Ireland.
- Delegate tasks and maintain a positive professional work environment.
- Check loaded and unloaded goods matched delivery paperwork.
- Carried out daily vehicle inspections and ensured cab was kept clean and roadworthy.
- Followed health and safety inspections.
Driver Labourer
Pickfords Removal
Belfast, Antrim
2001.06 - 2006.10
- Deliver excellent customer service when interacting with customers.
- Carried out daily vehicle inspections.
- Completed delivery paperwork/inventories, submitting to managers daily.
- Pack, load and unload heavy furniture and boxes, employing safe lifting techniques to prevent injury.
- Trained new starters on removal techniques and customer service standards.
- Good geographical knowledge of the UK and Ireland.
- Collaborated with team members to strategise the most efficient packing and moving methods.
- Followed health and safety procedures.
Porter
Northern Ireland Civil Service
Belfast, Antrim
2000.06 - 2001.06
- Delivered exceptional customer service to support visitor satisfaction and engagement.
- Greeted staff and public.
- Answered inquiries.
- Issued keys or passes.
- Directed public to desired locations.
- Ensured cleanliness and organisation of reception, waiting areas and hallways to enhance visitor experience.
- Opening and locking gates/doors, patrolling the building.
- Following health and safety procedures.
- Moving furniture equipment and supplies between rooms or floors.
- Coordinated handling, signing and distribution of post, parcels and deliveries throughout the building to ensure timely communication.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Information Technology
North City Training
Belfast 1999.09 - 2000.06
NVQ Level 2 - Information Technology
North City Training
Belfast 1998.09 - 1999.06
NVQ Level 1 - Information Technology
North City Training
Belfast 1997.09 - 1998.06
GCSEs - English, Maths, Geography, History, R.E, Science, Design & Technology
Belfast Boys Model School
Belfast 1997.05 - 1997.06
Skills
- Driving licence - HGV Class 2
- Vehicle inspection
- Load safety
- Vehicle maintenance and cleanliness
- Health and safety compliance
- Safe driving practices
- Incident reporting
- Local area knowledge
- Time management
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Comfortable with night shifts
Affiliations
- I'm interested in sports mainly football, I enjoy watching my children play football for their football clubs.
- In my spare time I enjoy keeping fit and walking.
- Family time.
Certification
HGV Class 2
Timeline
Driver Labourer
Belfast City Council
2009.05 - Current
Driver Labourer
Relocation Logisitics
2006.10 - 2009.05
Driver Labourer
Pickfords Removal
2001.06 - 2006.10
Porter
Northern Ireland Civil Service
2000.06 - 2001.06
NVQ Level 3 - Information Technology
North City Training
1999.09 - 2000.06
NVQ Level 2 - Information Technology
North City Training
1998.09 - 1999.06
NVQ Level 1 - Information Technology
North City Training
1997.09 - 1998.06
GCSEs - English, Maths, Geography, History, R.E, Science, Design & Technology
Belfast Boys Model School
1997.05 - 1997.06