james read
New Plymouth,TKI
Summary
With a proven track record of safe driving and a strong work ethic, I've successfully managed and operated within the logistics and transportation sector, notably with Car Haulage Nz Lt. My expertise spans vehicle maintenance, route planning, and customer relations, ensuring efficiency and zero accidents. Adaptable and disciplined, I excel in fast-paced environments, prioritizing safety and client satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Bp Rowlands
04.2016 - Current
Flat deck
Skulley
Reefer
Bulk tipping
Full and empty containers all current induction to ports and empty depos
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Cartacar
02.2008 - 12.2013
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Manager Owner
Car Haulage Nz Lt
02.1998 - 12.2007
Company director
Education
New Plymouth Boys Highschool
New Plymouth, TKI11.1985
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Attention to detail
- Vehicle inspection
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspections
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- Route planning
- GPS and route planning
- Vehicle maintenance
- Decision-making
- Route management
- Customer-oriented
- Equipment operation
- Basic computer literacy
- Flexible schedule availability
- Accurate record keeping
- Load securing proficiency
- Defensive driving techniques
- Delivery scheduling
- Logistics planning
- Hazardous materials handling
- Adherence to regulations
- Cargo handling
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Stress management aptitude
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Trailer maintenance
- Adaptability and resilience
- Document management
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Time management
- Logbook management
- Loading and unloading
- Verbal and written communication
- Basic maintenance
- Problem-solving capacity
- Regulatory compliance
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Traffic law knowledge
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Truck driving
- Load inspection
- Customer relations
Timeline
Truck Driver
Bp Rowlands
04.2016 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Cartacar
02.2008 - 12.2013
Manager Owner
Car Haulage Nz Lt
02.1998 - 12.2007
New Plymouth Boys Highschool
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