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• 1 / 2007 - 2/2013

  DEFENCE LONG HAUL/ HEAVY TRANSPORT SERVICES

  MC Multi- Combination Driver: January 2007 - January 2009/January 2011 - Present DEFENCE LONG HAUL/ HEAVY TRANSPORT SERVICES Multi- Combination Driver • Responsible for day-to-day delivery of transport services, including coordinating driving tasks, transport planning, vehicle maintenance and scheduling, administration and customer service. • Worked in a high volume transport environment encompassing a large fleet of vehicles, ranging from Single Flat top trailers to Oversize Floats and Triple Road Trains • Defence force Dangerous goods qualified with experience in bulk fuel road train operations. • Transported Oversize and Overmass Loads on Floats, Including Armoured Vehicles, Plant equipment and Helicopters. • Operated vehicles in on-road and off-road environments, including extremes of weather and terrain, during daytime and night hours. • Established a reputation as a safe and reliable driver and was entrusted with transportation of Commonwealth explosives. • Performed preventative maintenance such as changing oil, greasing and replacing parts on a scheduled routine basis. Removed and installed all vehicle components. • Carried out monthly non-technical inspections and managed inventory levels and ordering of consumable supplies. Liaised with Defence and civilian suppliers to procure spare parts. • Oversaw the storage and handling of dangerous cargo, including flammable liquids and explosives. Implemented and observed occupational health and safety programs in a busy transport yard with genuine risk to life and limb. • Completed all manner of transport documentation, including shipping declarations, passenger manifests, inspection reports and fuel returns. • Briefed management on a range of issues including vehicle availability, transport commitments and route planning. • Dismantled and reassembled equipment using hand tools.

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• 1 / 2009 - 1/2011

  Army Artillery Battery

  HC Driver/Transport Manager: January 2009 - January 2011 ARTILLERY TRANSPORT OPERATIONS Driver & Transport Manager • Joined a busy transport organisation providing support to an Army Artillery Battery • Personally drove Land Rovers, Heavy Rigid Macks with 20 Tonne Quad dog Trailers and Armored Vehicles • Completed POL returns, prepared cost estimates and managed task allocation. • Contributed to the development of forecasts for fuel and lubricants usage. • Planned and managed road convoys over large distances, including transporting dangerous goods and flammable liquid • Conducted safety inspections, identified hazards, carried out risk assessments and implemented OHS programs in a dangerous workplace. • Trained team members in a variety of skills, including problem solving, teamwork, navigation, equipment operations and safety. • Planned and supervised transport activities, with end-to-end responsibility for everything from vehicle condition to loading, unloading, refuelling and passenger briefings. • Oversaw technical administration for the vehicle fleet. • Worked concurrently as a Driver Training Instructor, including training, assessing and certifying drivers for various vehicle classes. • Trained students in licensing requirements, vehicle handling, safety, load management, convoy operations, on-road and off-road driving, OHS and basic vehicle maintenance.

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• 6 / 2006 - 1/2007

  NATIONAL TRAINING SERVICES

  Team Member & Trainee Driver-HR: June 2006 - January 2007 NATIONAL TRAINING SERVICES Team Member & Trainee Driver • Successfully graduated a rigorous Defence program encompassing training in teamwork, problem solving, communication skills, using my initiative and tactical leadership. • Subsequently completed an intensive transport training program, completing driving, security, fire safety and occupational health and safety courses. • Gained exposure to hydraulics, fuel systems, braking, transmissions, auto-electrical, electronic injection, steering, suspension, drivelines, maintenance schedule, diagnostics, risk management, tooling management, workshop systems, maintenance documentation and online maintenance management systems. • Volunteered to take on additional responsibilities outside the scope of my job description. • Performance appraisals highlight my strong teamwork skills and show that I am always willing to make sacrifices to get the job done. • Built strong professional relationships with team members, business partners and customers. COMPETENCIES • Calm demeanor - My manner gains the trust, confidence and loyalty of clients and colleagues. • Communication - A high degree of literacy and an ability to communicate in a fluent manner on a wide variety of topics. • Customer focus - Pragmatic understanding of the customer service ethos with an ability to listen and empathise. • Organisation - Frequently managed competing tasks and organised major activities to tight time frames. • Problem solving - Practical experience analysing complex issues and breaking them into solvable parts. • Quality focus - An excellent eye for detail supported by high personal standards and a track record of integrity. • Teamwork - Proven teamwork skills backed by experience working in diverse work environments. Other competencies include: • Able to adapt quickly to new roles and changes in the industry. • Experienced in creating positive change in a competitive environment. • Deep appreciation of diversity and group dynamics. • Proven skills in selling ideas and solutions. • Action oriented team player with a positive attitude. • Comfortable identifying customer's needs through interpretation of data.

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