Dion McKenzie
Porirua,Select State
Summary
I am an honest, hardworking person who is always willing to go the extra mile. I enjoy working independently as well as within a team environment. I am punctual and always meet set deadlines. I have good time management skills, am always prepared for the unexpected with the goal of meeting my employers objectives. My work ethics is to satisfy my employer and the customer. I enjoy driving trucks and my goal is to continue working in the transport industry. I have an excellent driving history and have gained lifetime experience working as a truck driver. Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 30+ years in logistics.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Winstones
Wellington
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Owner Driver
Toll
12.2015
- Driving a MAN 50 ton max unit throughout New Zealand
Truck Driver
Woods Waste
- 01.2015
- Delivering skip bins, maintenance and cleaning truck, picking up skip bins, maintaining log book, knowledge of Wellington region
Truck Driver
Daily Waste
- Driving front end loader, emptying waste bins, maintenance and cleaning of truck
Truck Driver
Freight Lines Ltd
04.2009 - 04.2010
- Driving Iveco 560 horse power B-Train, meeting destination timelines, liaising with other drivers, maintaining log book, dangerous goods license required, safety checks
Owner Driver
Woods Waste Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Driving skip bin trucks, delivering skip bins, picking up skin bins, maintenance and cleaning of truck, knowledge of Wellington region, maintaining log book
Company Driver
Woods Waste Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2007
- Driving Hook Loader (18 speed road ranger), delivering skip bins, picking up skin bins, knowledge of driving over difficult terrain - construction sites, maintaining log book
Fire Fighter/Senior Fire Fighter and Station Officer
NZ Fire Service
01.1988 - 01.1998
- Extinguishing fires, OSH officer, pump operator, vehicle extrication, search and rescue, applying first aid to accident victims
Education
Naenae College
Lower Hutt, WGNSkills
- Document Management
- Cargo Handling
- Route Management
- Safe Driving
- Load security
- Commercial driving
- Transportation safety
- Delivery Scheduling
- Logistics Planning
- Defensive driver training
- Long-haul driving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Safe Driving Practices
Mob
027 3410225
Drivers Licence
Class: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, F,W,T,R
Professional Attributes
- 28 years Heavy Trade experience
- Dangerous Goods Licence
- Class 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Drivers Licences, F,W,T,R , endorsements
- Fork Lift experience
- Front loader experience
- B-Train Iveco 550 HP
- Driving Scania, Truck & Trailer
- Driving Specialised Freight Truck - carrying specialized goods eg. Engines
- Gantry Truck
- Rubbish compactor
- 18 Speed Road Ranger experience
- Fire Service Truck
- Hook Loader Truck
- OSH officer
- Self-employed owner driver 5 Axle 50 Ton Max unit MAN linehaul
- Truck and Trailer tipping and jack knifing
References
- Michael Keyo, Manager (Woods Waste), 04 475 9301, 17 School Road, Kaiwharawhara, Wellington
- Andrew, 0274479456
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports coach
- Rugby League
- Sport fan
- Reading truck magazines
- Motor racing
Timeline
Truck Driver
Winstones
01.2019 - 01.2021
Owner Driver
Toll
12.2015
Truck Driver
Freight Lines Ltd
04.2009 - 04.2010
Owner Driver
Woods Waste Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2009
Company Driver
Woods Waste Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2007
Fire Fighter/Senior Fire Fighter and Station Officer
NZ Fire Service
01.1988 - 01.1998
Naenae College
Truck Driver
Woods Waste
- 01.2015
Truck Driver
Daily Waste
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