Proficient truck driver with strong skills in vehicle operation, delivery logistics, and safety inspections. Committed to ensuring timely and safe transport of goods while maintaining clear communication with dispatch.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Truck Driver
Compac Furniture
Kaipara
10.2022 - Current
Operated delivery trucks to transport furniture to various locations.
Inspected vehicles daily for safety and maintenance before trips.
Loaded and secured furniture items for safe transport.
Assisted customers with unloading and setup of furniture at delivery sites.
Communicated with dispatch to confirm delivery schedules and routes.
Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery times.
Adhered to traffic laws and company policies during all driving activities.
Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure timely loading of shipments.
Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
Welding Fabricator
Compass trailers
Kaipara
03.2007 - 09.2020
Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
Assembled trailer frames and structures with precision and attention to detail.
Operated welding equipment and tools to ensure high-quality welds.
Conducted quality inspections on finished products for compliance standards.
Truck Driver
Dargaville carrier’s and furniture removal
Dargaville
06.2014 - 02.2018
Operated delivery trucks to transport furniture to various locations.
Inspected vehicles before and after trips for maintenance needs.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all driving activities.
Loaded and unloaded furniture with care to prevent damage.
Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding delivery schedules.
Maintained accurate delivery logs and reports for tracking purposes.
Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
Scaffold Foreman
Pacific scaffolding
Onehunga
03.2010 - 11.2015
Supervised scaffold assembly and disassembly for various construction projects.
Coordinated with project managers to schedule scaffold installations and removals.
Trained team members on safety protocols and equipment handling practices.
Inspected scaffolding structures for compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Conducted regular safety meetings to address concerns and promote a safe work environment.
Collaborated with other trades to ensure seamless project execution on-site.
Resolved issues related to scaffold configurations based on project requirements.
Roofing Laborer
Capital roofing
Thorndon
03.1999 - 06.2000
Assisted in removing old roofing materials and preparing surfaces for installation.
Loaded and unloaded roofing supplies and tools for daily operations.
Installed various types of roofing systems under supervision of experienced workers.
Operated hand tools and power equipment to assist with roofing projects efficiently.
Collaborated with team members to complete projects within set timeframes.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout job sites.
Conducted inspections of materials to ensure quality before installation commenced.
Cleaned up debris from job sites after completion of each project.
Repaired existing roofs by replacing damaged or worn shingles, shakes or tiles.
Followed all OSHA safety regulations related to roofing activities.
Used ladders properly when accessing rooftops for repairs or installations.
Assisted in preparing and laying down felt paper, shingles, and other roofing material to construct roofs.
Worked with supervisor and foreman to ensure that work was performed correctly within time constraints.
Measured, cut and installed metal edging along eaves of roofs.
Loaded roofing materials onto the truck and unloaded them at the job site.
Collected and removed debris and roofing materials to disposal areas at end of every shift to maintain clean work area.
Unloaded materials to roof by repetitive lifting or through conveyor operations.
Operated power tools such as drills and saws safely according to manufacturer's instructions.
Education
Full Ht, Class 2 Licence - Truck Driver Ht Course
Pass Rite
Onehunga , Auckland
07.2012 - 07.2012
Basic Scaffold Ticket - Scaffolding
Tai Poutini Polytechnic
My Wellington , Auckland
02.2005 - 02.2005
Level 3 Certificate - Nautical Studies And Māori Heritage
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Māngere , Auckland
02.2004 - 11.2004
Level 3 Certification - Joinery
Gisborne Development Incorporated
Cbd, Gisborne
11.1996 - 11.1997
Skills
Vehicle operation
Delivery logistics
Safety inspections
Load securing
Route planning
Vehicle maintenance
Time management
Effective communication
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Safe driving practices
Multi-stop routing
Mechanical tools
Vehicle inspections
Loading and unloading
Trailer maintenance
Hazardous materials handling
Safe driving
Courteous and polite demeanor
Planning
Load security
Commercial driving
Basic computer literacy
Timeline
Truck Driver
Compac Furniture
10.2022 - Current
Truck Driver
Dargaville carrier’s and furniture removal
06.2014 - 02.2018
Full Ht, Class 2 Licence - Truck Driver Ht Course
Pass Rite
07.2012 - 07.2012
Scaffold Foreman
Pacific scaffolding
03.2010 - 11.2015
Welding Fabricator
Compass trailers
03.2007 - 09.2020
Basic Scaffold Ticket - Scaffolding
Tai Poutini Polytechnic
02.2005 - 02.2005
Level 3 Certificate - Nautical Studies And Māori Heritage