Ross McLaren
Wooler,Northumberland
Summary
Reliable and dedicated professional with strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in route planning and vehicle safety inspections, with excellent communication and time management skills. Committed to contributing to operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work history
ADR Class 2 HGV Driver
Rix Petroleum
Alnwick, Northumberland
2013.03 - 2026.04
- Delivered petroleum based products to domestic, agricultural & commercial customers with a 26 tonne rigid tanker. The area covered was from The Scottish Borders throughout Northumberland to Tyneside.
- Provided excellent customer service to foster client relationships.
- Heavily involved with the daily planning and routing of the vehicles. Assisting the depot manager where necessary with various other tasks.
- Took great pride in maintaining the cleanliness and condition of my truck, both inside and outside.
Class 1 HGV Driver
Border Traffic Service
Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland
2010.07 - 2013.03
- Delivered all manner of ambient goods across the UK on both curtainsider and flatbed articulated trailers. This involved living in the truck for 4 to 5 nights a week.
- Secured cargo properly, preventing any damages during transit.
- Delivered goods on time by strictly adhering to planned routes.
- Completed delivery paperwork accurately for seamless transactions.
- Kept accurate driving hours records and complied with tachograph laws.
- Took great pride in maintaining the cleanliness and condition of my truck, both inside and outside.
Class 1 HGV Driver
VOS Logistics
Jedburgh, Roxburghshire
2010.01 - 2010.07
- This involved driving a left hand drive truck registered in The Netherlands.
- Delivered all manner of ambient goods across the UK and Europe on curtainsider articulated trailers. This involved living in the truck for 4 to 5 nights a week.
- Secured cargo properly, preventing any damages during transit.
- Delivered goods on time by strictly adhering to planned routes.
- Maintained safe transport of goods by adhering to all local traffic laws.
- Completed delivery paperwork accurately for seamless transactions.
- Took great pride in maintaining the cleanliness and condition of my truck, both inside and outside.
Steel Fabricator & Steel Erector
McLaren Engineering
Wooler, Northumberland
2007.07 - 2010.01
- Involved with all aspects of steel fabrication from start to finish. Using guillotines, press brakes, drilling and grinding machines as well as carrying out MIG and electrode welding.
- Worked on site when required to assist in the erection of various steel structures.
- Communicated effectively with crane operators for seamless coordination of lifts during the erection process.
- Regular use of forklift trucks, access platforms and scissor lifts to aid the fabrication and erection process.
Motorman Grade 1 (MM1)
Royal Fleet Auxiliary
Portsmouth, Hampshire
2001.09 - 2007.07
- This role took me all over the world. The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) is a civilian-manned maritime force owned by the UK Ministry of Defence. It serves as a vital component of His Majesty's Naval Service, providing global logistic and operational support to the Royal Navy and Royal Marines so they can remain deployed and active worldwide
- Tasked with conducting routine engineering rounds, checking temperatures and pressures, and carrying out preventative maintenance. This involved working on a diverse array of systems, including generators, propulsion systems, water desalination plants, and sewage treatment plants.
- Fulfilled watchkeeping duties when required, reporting to the on watch engineering officer, ensuring smooth operation of the vessel during any 24 hour period. This was 4 hours on and 8 hours off whilst at sea and 6 hours on and 12 hours off whilst anchored alongside.
- Later in my career I was lucky enough to be selected to attend the Engineering Technician course. This involved achieving a number of further qualifications with training taking place at college and at sea.
Steel Fabricator & Steel Erector
McLaren Engineering
Wooler, Northumberland
1996.09 - 2001.09
- Involved with all aspects of steel fabrication from start to finish. Using guillotines, press brakes, drilling and grinding machines as well as carrying out MIG and electrode welding.
- Worked on site when required to assist in the erection of various steel structures.
- Communicated effectively with crane operators for seamless coordination of lifts during the erection process.
- Regular use of forklift trucks, access platforms and scissor lifts to aid the fabrication and erection process.
Education
BTEC National Certificate - Operations and Maintenance Engineering
Plymouth College of Further Education
Plymouth, DevonNVQ Level 3 - Engineering Maintenance (Electrical)
Plymouth College of Further Education
Plymouth, DevonCity & Guilds Level 3 - Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment
Plymouth College of Further Education
Plymouth, DevonNVQ Level 2 - Performing Engineering Operations
South Tyneside College
South Shields, South TynesideNVQ Level 2 - Marine Vessel Support
Plymouth College of Further Education
Plymouth, DevonCity & Guilds GNVQ Intermediate Level - Manufacturing
Berwick Upon Tweed High School
Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland9 GCSEs C to F -
Berwick Upon Tweed High School
Berwick-Upon-Tweed, NorthumberlandSkills
- HGV C E (Class 1) licence
- Driver CPC card
- ADR certificate (Tanks & Packages) Classes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 & 9
Affiliations
- Hill walking & running
- Tinkering with cars
Timeline
ADR Class 2 HGV Driver
Rix Petroleum
2013.03 - 2026.04
Class 1 HGV Driver
Border Traffic Service
2010.07 - 2013.03
Class 1 HGV Driver
VOS Logistics
2010.01 - 2010.07
Steel Fabricator & Steel Erector
McLaren Engineering
2007.07 - 2010.01
Motorman Grade 1 (MM1)
Royal Fleet Auxiliary
2001.09 - 2007.07
Steel Fabricator & Steel Erector
McLaren Engineering
1996.09 - 2001.09
BTEC National Certificate - Operations and Maintenance Engineering
Plymouth College of Further Education
NVQ Level 3 - Engineering Maintenance (Electrical)
Plymouth College of Further Education
City & Guilds Level 3 - Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment
Plymouth College of Further Education
NVQ Level 2 - Performing Engineering Operations
South Tyneside College
NVQ Level 2 - Marine Vessel Support
Plymouth College of Further Education
City & Guilds GNVQ Intermediate Level - Manufacturing
Berwick Upon Tweed High School
9 GCSEs C to F -
Berwick Upon Tweed High School