Robert Roberts

HGV class 2 driver

DHL Supply Chain

Purfleet, Thurrock

07.1999 - 11.2024

Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Followed strict route schedules for timely deliveries.
Conducted daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
Showcased skill in handling heavy and dangerous goods.
Promoted safety by conducting emergency breakdown procedures properly.
Improved fuel efficiency by adopting eco-driving techniques.
Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
Safely transported goods by adhering to driving regulations.
Handled customer complaints with professionalism, maintaining company reputation.
Communicated effectively with dispatch team to update on delivery status.
Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and destinations.
Performed minor repairs on vehicles, minimising downtime.
Kept accurate records of hours worked and miles driven.
Utilised GPS systems for efficient route planning.
Adhered to all traffic laws whilst ensuring a safe driving record.
Delivered customer orders accurately and on time.
Demonstrated ability to manoeuvre vehicle in tight spaces.
Maintained cleanliness of vehicle, promoting a professional image.
Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, reducing turnaround times.
Attended regular training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of transport regulations.
Conducted daily walkaround checks to verify vehicle roadworthiness.
Ensured vehicles were in safe condition by undertaking safety checks at start and end of shifts.
Performed numerous full load and multi-drop deliveries, consistently working within company targets.
Demonstrated understanding of Tachograph legislation and effective use of Digital Tachograph card.
Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
Communicated with clients politely and professionally, maintaining excellent working relationships.
Checked appropriate load security and weight distribution according to safe working practices.
Adhered to driving hours laws to prevent tiredness and risk of accidents.
Exhibited excellent communication skills to deliver high quality customer service.
Operated tail lift safely to move pallets and boxes.
Maintained clean, compliant company vehicles, performing interior and exterior washing and safety inspections.
Executed deliveries accurately and efficiently, exceeding service expectations.
Ensured proofs of deliveries were consistently signed and processed on time.
Ensured delivery paperwork was accurately completed and processed after shifts.
Gained 25 years experience driving rigid and articulated lorries since acquiring HGV licence.
Undertook pallet-delivery work in line with set schedule.
Drove vehicles responsibly and safely, following British and EU road transport regulations.
Completed handballing and lifting to facilitate smooth deliveries.
Guaranteed timely, safe and damage-free delivery of Tyres and Ceramic tiles goods.
Checked items for safe loading and security, adhering to specified load capacity information.
Reported incidents in line with company policy.
Guaranteed timely, safe and damage-free delivery of Tyres and Ceramic Tile goods.
Reported discrepancies to management at time of delivery.
Assisted with efficient loading and unloading of company vehicles.
Reduced vehicle running costs by adopting fuel-efficient driving techniques.
Demonstrated strong geographical knowledge of UK when planning delivery routes.
Took ownership of customer issues upon delivery following complaint handling procedures and demonstrating strong interpersonal skills to secure positive outcome.
Worked safely to move materials from site to site.
Maintained exceptional fuel efficiency through economical driving measures.
Reported lorry faults and issues for swift repair, minimising vehicle downtime.
Planned and navigated routes using excellent road network knowledge.
Secured lorry loads appropriately to eliminate damage and risk.
Manoeuvred and parked vehicles safely, using hazard control.
Employed defensive driving technique to anticipate potential dangers and avoid collisions.
Carried out regular vehicle maintenance to maintain smooth delivery logistics.
Used handball techniques for smooth loading and unloading of packages.
Calculated load capacity and distributed weight safely.
Transported goods, liquids, or materials in line with delivery requirements.
Completed delivery documentation promptly to track orders and incidents.
Escalated major maintenance issues to maintain road worthiness of vehicle.
Reacted calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
Kept accurate, up-to-date logbooks for personal workload monitoring.
Assessed delivery weights to maintain compliance with load limitations.
Coordinated movements with team and members of public.
Updated customers of service delays for optimised clarity on delivery times.
Tolerated high levels of stress when driving long distances and new routes.
Stored goods strategically for accessibility purposes.
Implemented clever tricks and techniques to minimise fuel consumption, resulting in reduced costs.

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HGV class 2 driver

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HGV class 2 driver

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