Robert Ingram
Tongham,Surrey
Summary
Highly skilled professional driver with 25 years of experience, including a decade specialising in Class 2 vehicles. Demonstrates expertise in multi-drop and long-distance deliveries, with a strong commitment to safe driving practices. Holds an HGV class 2 licence and up-to-date Driver CPC, complemented by comprehensive knowledge of UK and EU driving regulations. Proficient in vehicle safety checks, defect reporting, and the operation of tail-lifts and pump trucks. Experienced in refrigerated transport and adept at using ratchet straps for secure load handling. Strong time management and route planning skills ensure timely deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service and communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
HGV class 2 driver
Palletline
Bordon, Hampshire
01.2021 - Current
- Delivery and collection of palletised goods within Surrey and Hampshire.
- Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, reducing turnaround times.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch team to update on delivery status.
- Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
- Followed strict route schedules for timely deliveries.
Class 2 Driver
Minster Worldwide Ltd
Heathrow
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Long distance haulage work throughout the United Kingdom in vehicles up to 26 tonnes
- Operated tail lift safely to move pallets and boxes.
- Secured lorry loads appropriately to eliminate damage and risk.
- Achieved timely deliveries by adhering to assigned routes.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when liaising with clients or dispatchers.
Class 2 Driver
Shred-on-Site
Camberley, Surrey
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Multidrop collections of customer’s confidential waste paper throughout the South East
- Confidently used hand-held electronic device to capture proof of delivery.
- Operating the onboard vehicle shredder
- Completing routine vehicle checks
- Completing relevant paperwork and issuing certificates of destruction to customers
Class 2 Driver
Calor Gas Ltd
Guildford, Surrey
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Multidrop deliveries of gas cylinders to customers throughout Home Counties
- Securing loads effectively and ensuring loads are within the weight limits
- Completing routine vehicle checks
- Operating PDA device and collecting customer payments
- Ensuring relevant paperwork is completed when required
- Reporting any incident, excesses, shortages, or damages to supervisor in a timely manner
- Complying with appropriate working/driving time legislation
Class 2 Multidrop Driver
Frederick Miller Ltd
Shackleford, Surrey
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Multidrop deliveries and collection of palletized goods locally and in London
- Supervising loading of vehicle and ensuring pallets are effectively secured and within weight limits
- Completing routine vehicle checks
- Ensuring relevant paperwork is completed as and when required
- Complying with health and safety procedures and working/driving time legislation
Class 2 Multidrop Driver
Bidvest Food Service Ltd
Basingstoke, Hampshire
12.2014 - 07.2016
- Multidrop deliveries of caged ambient, frozen and chilled goods to restaurants, hotels and care homes throughout London and South East
- Complying with food health and safety regulations and ensuring loads are appropriately stored, secured and safely delivered to customers
- Ensuring correct operation and maintenance checks of refrigeration units on vehicles.
- Checking loads are delivered in timely manner and liaising with customers and colleagues for any delays.
- Kept accurate records of all deliveries made during the day.
7.5 ton Multidrop Driver
TNT UK Ltd
Alton, Hampshire
04.2011 - 08.2014
- 50-60 deliveries and collections of parcels throughout South East of England
- Loading vehicles, vehicle checks and processing paperwork
- Followed route schedules, improved punctuality.
- Improved fuel efficiency by adopting eco-friendly driving habits.
- Interacted with customers pleasantly and professionally, delivering first-class care and service.
Education
History
St Mary’s Tutorial
09.1985 - 07.1987
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Bradfield College
09.1982 - 07.1985
Skills
- HGV class 2 licence
- Up to date Driver CPC
- 25 years professional driving experience with 10 years driving Class 2 vehicles
- Expert in multi-drop and long distance deliveries
- Refrigerated transport experience
- Vehicle safety checks and defect reporting
- Knowledge of UK and EU driving regulations and WTD
- Tail-lift and pump truck operation
- Strong time management and route planning
- Use of ratchet straps
- Excellent customer service and communication
- Commitment to safe driving
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Timeline
HGV class 2 driver
Palletline
01.2021 - Current
Class 2 Driver
Minster Worldwide Ltd
09.2019 - 12.2020
Class 2 Driver
Shred-on-Site
06.2017 - 08.2019
Class 2 Driver
Calor Gas Ltd
03.2017 - 06.2017
Class 2 Multidrop Driver
Frederick Miller Ltd
08.2016 - 02.2017
Class 2 Multidrop Driver
Bidvest Food Service Ltd
12.2014 - 07.2016
7.5 ton Multidrop Driver
TNT UK Ltd
04.2011 - 08.2014
History
St Mary’s Tutorial
09.1985 - 07.1987
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Bradfield College
09.1982 - 07.1985
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