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Stephen Drake

Brentwood,Essex

Summary

Reliable individual with strong work ethic and passion for driving. Possesses excellent navigation skills and keen understanding of road safety regulations. Committed to ensuring timely deliveries and contributing to operational efficiency. Over 30 years driving experience with a strong moral compass and an absolute willingness to learn. Always smart and professional with a lifetime of experience. A team player yet can run a team!

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work history

HGV driver

Calor Gas
Coryton, Essex
10.2022 - Current
  • Communicated effectively over phone with company staff regarding any issues.
  • Acted as company representative whilst making deliveries, promoting a positive image.
  • Complied strictly with company policies, rules and regulations during operations.
  • Demonstrated punctuality by consistently arriving at pickups and deliveries on time.
  • Worked long hours without compromising on work quality or safety.
  • Maintained safe transport of goods by adhering to all traffic laws.
  • Conducted daily inspections on HGV, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Achieved timely deliveries with proficient route planning.
  • Utilised exceptional driving skills for safe manoeuvring in tight spaces.
  • Completed necessary paperwork for each load accurately and promptly post-delivery.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Tachograph legislation and effective use of Digital Tachograph card.
  • Maintained up to date CPC qualification and valid digital tachograph card since 2017.

Director

Carnival Coffee Limited
Brentwood, Essex
01.2005 - Current
  • Hired and managed catering staff to perform best practices and quality standards.
  • Achieved excellent customer satisfaction by providing exceptional catering service.
  • Completed routine catering vehicle inspections before every journey for optimal vehicle performance.
  • Loaded catering vehicles safely whilst abiding by weight restrictions.
  • Serviced catering vehicles regularly to maintain good working order.
  • Led successful catering events ensuring timely delivery of exceptional food quality.
  • Directed team to deliver high-quality customer service.
  • Managed negotiations with clients to secure profitable contracts.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Completed customer orders with speed and accuracy.
  • Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
  • Handled cash transactions responsibly; ensured accurate end-of-day till counts.

Director of sales and marketing

New Horizons Food Limited
Romford, Havering
01.1988 - 01.2005
  • Oversaw daily operations of the sales department, promoting efficiency.
  • Devised pricing strategies which boosted profitability without sacrificing quality.
  • Bolstered client base by identifying and securing key partnerships.
  • Planned driving routes according to traffic to exceed delivery turnaround targets.
  • Prioritised urgent orders to meet tight delivery deadlines.
  • Ensured prompt delivery by coordinating with drivers effectively.
  • Processed orders, ensuring prompt delivery and customer satisfaction.

Skills

  • Reliable punctuality
  • Hazardous materials awareness
  • Traffic laws knowledge
  • Digital tachograph card holder
  • Adaptable driving styles
  • Knowledge of uk roads
  • Logistics understanding
  • Emergency response readiness
  • Driving in difficult conditions
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Hazard identification
  • Professional communication
  • Motorway driving
  • Vehicle inspection
  • CPC holder
  • Clean driving license
  • Class 1 HGV driving
  • Class 2 HGV driving
  • ADR certification

Affiliations

  • Golf, fishing, spending time with family and cooking

Timeline

HGV driver

Calor Gas
10.2022 - Current

Director

Carnival Coffee Limited
01.2005 - Current

Director of sales and marketing

New Horizons Food Limited
01.1988 - 01.2005

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