Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
Skills
References
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Robert Murdoch

Hastings,HKB

Summary

I'm 32 years old and have been driving trucks for a number of years now. Offering a solid work ethic, a safe driving history, and a stable background in numerous logistics roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading, and securing different types of products. I have experience with an array of different trucks, including curtain siders, tip trucks, and transporters. Road Ranger experience with a mechanical background, well-coordinated in handling all customer documentation and business needs. I'm a quick learner, and I'm always willing to give something new a go. Good with computers and the majority of modern tech.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Class 5 Truck Driver

Johnny Appleseed Holdings Ltd
03.2023 - 04.2025
  • I drove a truck and trailer, picking up bins of apples from various orchards to cool stores.
  • Performed basic checks on the truck to ensure it is safe and roadworthy.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • During the off season, operating a tractor and mulching in the orchard.
  • I drove a transporter truck, moving tractors and other various machinery to different locations.
  • Forklift driving, unloading trucks, and packing away fruit.
  • Bin repairs and maintenance.
  • Operated a skid steer to assist with silt removal post-Cyclone Gabrielle.

Delivery Driver/Warehouse Team Member

Artedomus Ltd.
, Havelock North
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Provide excellent customer service during deliveries.
  • Assist with inventory checks and stock management.
  • Communicated effectively with customers and the team. Performed routine maintenance checks on delivery vehicles, including checking oil levels, tire pressures, etc.

Truck Driver/General Labourer

Shark Contracting Ltd.
12.2021 - 08.2022
  • Safely operating a tipper truck, following all road rules and regulations
  • Loading and unloading materials, ensuring they are secured properly for transport
  • Performed basic checks on the truck to ensure it is safe and roadworthy
  • General workshop labour

Mechanical Labourer

Central Mechanical Repairs Ltd.
01.2015 - 12.2021
  • Performed maintenance services, including gasket replacements, brake pad replacements, oil changes and coolant flushes
  • Performed Pre COF checks on heavy diesel trucks as-well as greasing and adjusting brakes
  • Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved, and parts used
  • Conducted comprehensive inspections on client vehicles to accurately identify faults and provide necessary repair solutions
  • Maintained garage safety protocols to meet Health & Safety requirements
  • Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems

Forklift Driver/General Labourer

Homegrown Juice Company Ltd.
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Conducting daily safety checks on the forklift
  • Carrying out basic forklift maintenance
  • Driving and operating a forklift to move bins and pallets, and load trucks
  • Weighing bins of fruit and recording weights
  • Undertaking general cleaning
  • Operating a Cold Pasteurising Machine HPP
  • Following food hygiene, health and safety regulations
  • Grading fruit
  • Making batches of juice by following company recipes

Forklift Driver/Dispatch/General Labourer

Simply Squeezed Ltd.
11.2008 - 12.2012
  • Picking and packing orders
  • Driving and operating a forklift to load and unload trucks
  • Undertaking stock take and stock rotation
  • Grading fruit
  • Performed quality control checks to ensure product was up to market standard

Education

Ncea Level 1 & 2 -

Hastings Boys High School
Hastings
01-2008

Certification

Full Class 1 License

Full Class 2 License

Full Class 4 License

Full Class 5 License

Osh Forklift License

Hobbies and Interests

  • Gardening
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things.
  • Music
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • DIY and Home Improvement

Skills

  • Safe driving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Attention to detail

References

Charles Gordon

Logistics Manager

Johnny Appleseed

0221832599

Danielle Hemopo

Warehouse Manager

Artedomus Ltd. 

0225068410

Chris-Anne Jackson

Operations Manager

Homegrown Juice Company

0272883594

Timeline

Class 5 Truck Driver

Johnny Appleseed Holdings Ltd
03.2023 - 04.2025

Delivery Driver/Warehouse Team Member

Artedomus Ltd.
08.2022 - 03.2023

Truck Driver/General Labourer

Shark Contracting Ltd.
12.2021 - 08.2022

Mechanical Labourer

Central Mechanical Repairs Ltd.
01.2015 - 12.2021

Forklift Driver/General Labourer

Homegrown Juice Company Ltd.
01.2013 - 01.2015

Forklift Driver/Dispatch/General Labourer

Simply Squeezed Ltd.
11.2008 - 12.2012

Ncea Level 1 & 2 -

Hastings Boys High School

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