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Robin Dowsett

Malvern Wells,Worcestershire

Summary

Highly skilled LGV licence holder with extensive knowledge of EU driving hours rules and HGV regulations compliance. Demonstrates expertise in digital tachograph use, road safety awareness, and driver hours legislation. Committed to environmental consciousness and fuel-efficient driving, ensuring reliability and dependability in all operations. Proficient in lorry safety checks, tyre and engine inspections, and commercial waste collection. Adept at navigating extreme weather conditions while maintaining exceptional customer service standards. Career goal includes advancing within the logistics sector while upholding the highest standards of road traffic act compliance.

Reliable worker with proven track record of managing stress and time in demanding environments. Confident communicator with customer service experience. Alert, aware and patient professional with strong spacial-awareness and advanced driving abilities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

LGV driver

Amey
Woking, Surrey
06.2023 - 05.2025
  • Communicated courteously with residents, answering queries regarding waste disposal procedures.
  • Helped reduce pollution by properly disposing of hazardous materials according to guidelines.
  • Minimised littering on streets by ensuring all waste was collected swiftly and effectively.
  • Ensured safe disposal of waste for a healthier environment.
  • Regularly cleaned and maintained waste collection equipment, enhancing longevity and performance over time.
  • Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated with latest waste management practices.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations during the waste collection process, reducing risk of injury or illness.
  • Followed set routes for efficient waste collection.
  • Adjusted work schedule based on seasonal changes in household refuse volumes, ensuring effective coverage throughout the year.
  • Operated refuse collection vehicle safely, contributing to smooth operations and minimising accidents on the road.
  • Worked as a team to provide efficient, professional roadside refuse collection service.
  • Ensured bins and boxes were returned to original positions to maintain excellent customer service outputs.
  • Maintained good levels of physical fitness to deliver necessary walking and lifting duties.
  • Provided additional support to refuse truck drivers, assisting with safe vehicle reversing and manoeuvring.
  • Maintained refuse collection vehicle cleanliness through [Action] and [Action].
  • Used appropriate protective clothing to adhere to health, safety and hygiene legislation.
  • Conveyed a professional company image whilst driving the company vehicle.
  • Ensured compliance with waste disposal regulations to maintain environmental responsibility.
  • Enhanced team cohesion by assisting colleagues when needed.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability, ensuring smooth operations.

LGV driver

Veolia Environmental Services
Basingstoke, Hampshire
02.2006 - 03.2023
  • Ensured timely deliveries by adhering to schedules and route planning.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers for updates on weather conditions and traffic patterns,.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing courteous service during deliveries.
  • Used navigation tools effectively, reducing journey times significantly.
  • Complied with traffic laws, ensuring road safety for public and self.
  • Completed accurate paperwork, enhancing logistic operations efficiency.
  • Improved fuel efficiency with careful management of speed and RPM.
  • Kept vehicle clean, promoting a professional company image.
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip checks for safe operation of the lorry.

Education

GCSEs -

Christs Hospital
Horsham, West Sussex
09.1984 - 07.1988

Skills

  • EU driving hours rules
  • Digital tachograph use
  • Literate in english
  • HGV regulations compliance
  • Driving in extreme weather
  • LGV license holder
  • Environmental consciousness
  • Reliability and dependability
  • Customer Service
  • Fuel-efficient driving
  • Patience and calmness
  • Lorry safety checks
  • Roll on roll offs
  • Driver hours legislation
  • Road Traffic Act compliance
  • Tyre and engine checks
  • Commercial waste collection
  • Road safety awareness
  • Front-end loaders
  • CPC qualified
  • Driver hours compliance
  • Physical fitness level

Affiliations

  • Walking
  • Cooking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LGV driver

Amey
06.2023 - 05.2025

LGV driver

Veolia Environmental Services
02.2006 - 03.2023

GCSEs -

Christs Hospital
09.1984 - 07.1988

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