Todd Howard
Stevenage
Summary
HGV driver with a Full UK Class 1 (C+E) licence and a passion for the driving HGVs, demonstrating expertise in safe and compliant driving practices. Proficient in daily vehicle checks, defect reporting, and route planning, ensuring timely deliveries and customer satisfaction. Strong mechanical awareness and skills in basic repairs enhance reliability and efficiency. Committed to maintaining high standards of load security and tachograph compliance while handling 32-tonne vehicles. Adept at communication with dispatch and managing flexible working hours, consistently calm under pressure. Career goal: to continue delivering exceptional service while advancing within the logistics industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
HGV class 2 driver
Kane Haulage
St Slbans, Hertfordshire
2026.01 - Current
I Currently work at Kanes Halauage as a class 2 tipper driver. In this role I deal with planning my own routes, break times, vehicle defects and more. I start the day by doing myu daily checks and filling out the paperwork for it followed by the paperwork for the loads and tips for the day. Throughout the day I complete all the work on my daily run sheet and occasionally will be given more jobs if all are completed in good time. I am enjoying this work and it is only the first step in my HGV career
- Kept accurate records of hours worked and miles driven.
- Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Delivered customer orders accurately and on time.
- Safely transported goods by adhering to driving regulations.
- Followed strict route schedules for timely deliveries.
- Managed paperwork efficiently, including invoices and delivery confirmation slips.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch team to update on delivery status.
- Adhered to all traffic laws whilst ensuring a safe driving record.
- Performed minor repairs on vehicles, minimising downtime.
- Maintained cleanliness of vehicle, promoting a professional image.
- Demonstrated ability to manoeuvre vehicle in tight spaces.
- Ensured vehicles were in safe condition by undertaking safety checks at start and end of shifts.
- Demonstrated understanding of Tachograph legislation and effective use of Digital Tachograph card.
- Checked appropriate load security and weight distribution according to safe working practices.
Vehicle Technician
WS Coachworks
Welham Green
2023.07 - 2025.06
- Worked extensively on vans and HGVs, gaining strong understanding of vehicle operation and safety
- Conducted PMIs, servicing, brake work, and mechanical repairs
- Built and worked on HGV trailers from bare chassis
- Developed high awareness of roadworthiness, defects, and compliance standards
- Experience supports safe driving, early fault detection, and vehicle care
Delivery Driver
Ocado
Hatfield
2023.01 - 2023.08
- Completed multi-drop deliveries efficiently and safely
- Maintained high standards of customer service
- Demonstrated flexibility by working additional shifts beyond contracted hours
- Followed company procedures and road safety regulations at all times
- Role ended due to depot closure and relocation; now fully flexible to travel for work
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Light vehicle maintenance
Oaklands college
St albans 2021.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- Full UK Class 1 (CE) HGV driving licence
- Safe and compliant driving practices
- Daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
- Route planning and time management
- Manual handling and load security
- Tachograph and drivers’ hours compliance
- Strong mechanical awareness
- Customer-facing delivery experience
- Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude
- Commitment to safe driving
- Load security procedures
- Flexible working hours
- Communication with dispatch
- Skills in basic repairs
- Breakdown handling
- Handling pallet trucks
- High level alertness
- Digital tachograph card
- Calm under pressure
- 32 tonne vehicle operating
- Truck safety inspections
- Lorry manoeuvring
Certification
- Full UK Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence
- Driver CPC (in date)
- Digital Tachograph Card holder
- City & Guilds Level 2 – Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance
- City & Guilds Level 1 – Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance
References
References available on request
Additional information
- Physically fit and safety conscious
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Comfortable working early starts, long shifts, and weekends
- Motivated to build a long-term career as an HGV Driver
Timeline
HGV class 2 driver
Kane Haulage
2026.01 - Current
Vehicle Technician
WS Coachworks
2023.07 - 2025.06
Delivery Driver
Ocado
2023.01 - 2023.08
NVQ Level 2 - Light vehicle maintenance
Oaklands college
2021.09 - 2023.06