Terry Colquhoun
Leicester
Summary
Skilled Fork Lift Truck Operator with expertise in forklift and crane operations. Specialises in material quality control and operational effectiveness, ensuring compliance with standard work procedures. Strong communicator and collaborator, driving workflow efficiency and productivity while prioritising safety and operational standards.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work history
Fork Lift Truck Operator – Logistics
Caterpillar (UK)
Leicester
01.2018 - 09.2026
- Fork Lift Driver in Logistics
- Coordinated with other operators for smooth operation processes.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining processes.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment for maximum productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow procedures.
- Performed routine inspections of machinery, preventing potential malfunctions.
- Conducted regular equipment checks for optimal operational conditions.
- Assisted in training new staff, ensuring efficient team performance.
- Responsible for loading and unloading deliveries. Also booked products into current work area on the Glovia System
- Handled and sorted materials correctly, minimising waste generated.
- Completed work according to schedule, helping struggling team members as required to maintain smooth-running operations.
- Performed intensive quality control through inspections and testing.
- Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
Fork Lift Truck Operator - Logistics
Randstad Employment Bureau Ltd
Leicester
06.2014 - 01.2018
- Handled loading and unloading of deliveries while booking products into the current work area on the Glovia System.
- Operated from Caterpillar's facility in Leicester.
Proprietor
2 C Flooring
Leicester
12.2003 - 01.2018
- Oversaw financial transactions to ensure profitability.
- Increased customer satisfaction with improved service standards.
- Handled recruitment process personally, ensuring quality workforce.
- Enforced ethical practices across all sectors of business operations.
- Implemented updated health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance.
Shift supervisor
Opticon
Leicester
04.2000 - 12.2003
- Set, maintained and repaired shop floor machinery while managing quality control and shift staffing.
- Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations; maintained safe workplace conditions.
- Facilitated smooth handovers between shifts for seamless business operations.
- Fostered a positive work environment, resulting in increased employee morale.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximise team performance.
- Effectively organised staff placement per shift.
- Followed procedures thoroughly, ensuring quality control standards met consistently.
Machine Setter
Colour Graphics
Leicester
07.1995 - 03.2000
Store Manager
Wall 2 Wall Carpets
Leicester
10.1990 - 07.1995
Machine Operator and Setter
Senator Print Finishers
Leicester
07.1987 - 10.1990
Education
Groby Community College
Leicester 01.1986 -
Skills
- Fork Lift Truck Operator (Current licence held)
- Crane operator
- Material quality control
- Operational effectiveness
- Standard work adherence
- Procedure adherence
- Team collaboration
- Effective communicator
References
Malcolm, Boswell, Logistics Team Leader, malcolmboswell@hotmail.co.uk, 07557748799, Caterpillar UK, Peckleton Lane, Leicester, LE9 9JT, TEL: 07557748799 EMAIL: malcolmboswell@hotmail.co.uk
Timeline
Fork Lift Truck Operator – Logistics
Caterpillar (UK)
01.2018 - 09.2026
Fork Lift Truck Operator - Logistics
Randstad Employment Bureau Ltd
06.2014 - 01.2018
Proprietor
2 C Flooring
12.2003 - 01.2018
Shift supervisor
Opticon
04.2000 - 12.2003
Machine Setter
Colour Graphics
07.1995 - 03.2000
Store Manager
Wall 2 Wall Carpets
10.1990 - 07.1995
Machine Operator and Setter
Senator Print Finishers
07.1987 - 10.1990
Groby Community College
01.1986 -