Steven Dye
Stanstead,Suffolk
Summary
Over 10 years of experience in the haulage industry, progressing from HGV driver to qualified transport manager. Expertise spans multiple sectors, including flatbed, stepframe, agricultural, and bulk haulage. Committed to timely and safe deliveries, maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers. Proven ability to manage logistics efficiently and effectively.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Transport Manager
Potash Farm Services ltd
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
2016.08 - Current
- Oversaw daily planning of lorries to ensure timely collections and deliveries.
- Maintain strong customer relations to facilitate effective communication regarding service issues.
- Manage compliance with health and safety standards for drivers and vehicles.
- Coordinate tender submissions for work contracts to secure new business opportunities.
- Monitor tacho hours and working time directive compliance for driver scheduling.
- Conduct yearly audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Organise schedules for lorries and trailers, ensuring timely PMIs and MOTs.
- Supervise company fleet, including cars, vans, trucks, HGVs, and machinery.
HGV driver
Dig Rent
Colchester, Essex
2015.12 - 2016.08
- Accurately completed paperwork for each load following prompt post-delivery procedures.
- Consistently demonstrated punctuality during pickups and deliveries.
- Communicated effectively with company staff to address issues.
- Managed heavy loads safely, adhering to weight limits and securement guidelines.
- Checked in and out plant equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Vehicle Detailer
Self Employed
Sudbury, Suffolk
2009.02 - 2015.12
- Polished vehicle surfaces to achieve a high-gloss finish.
- Delivered and collected vehicles for enhanced customer convenience.
- Inspected vehicles pre- and post-detailing to ensure quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to promote operational efficiency.
- Established strong relationships with customers, providing additional transport services for events.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Road haulage
RHA
PeterboroughGCSEs -
Great Cornard Upper School
Great Cornard, Suffolk 1997.09 - 2000.06
Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer service excellence
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Cost control
- Fleet maintenance oversight
- Transportation legislation expertise
- Safety compliance awareness
- Working as a team or individually
- Records keeping
- Preventative maintenance scheduling
- Transport Management CPC
- Route planning
- Vehicle inspection and maintenance
Certification
- Transport Manager CPC
- OLAT Certificate
- Telehandler Experience
- Pivot Steer loading shovel Certificate
- HGV C + E licence
Affiliations
- I Enjoy Shooting, I have a keen interest in cars and motorsports.
Timeline
Transport Manager
Potash Farm Services ltd
2016.08 - Current
HGV driver
Dig Rent
2015.12 - 2016.08
Vehicle Detailer
Self Employed
2009.02 - 2015.12
GCSEs -
Great Cornard Upper School
1997.09 - 2000.06
Certificate of Higher Education - Road haulage
RHA