Class 1 driver
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I am very hard working and always work to the best of my ability. I like to ensure that I approach all jobs in a logical way, ensuring exceptional time keeping and organisation skills. I have spent a number of years working within a team and have always been regarded as a valuable member. I took voluntary redundancy from Vauxhall in March 2011, after 10 year's service, to explore other career opportunities.
Motors, I have completed several qualifications and in May 2016 I obtained my Class 2 driving qualification followed by Class 1 license in March 2022. During this time, I have worked for several companies delivery anything from building materials to building sites, to driving refrigerated lorries carrying food and medicines. I had had experienced over the last 2 years of driving a range of class 1 vehicle types.
I am physically fit and keep active in my personal life which I believe helps me be successful at work, moving heavy loads and completing deliveries safely.
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Full CPC - Driving - Driving Vehicle Standards Agency (2021-05)
FORS – CPC training - Driving - Driving Vehicle Standards Agency (2017-04)
Class 2 driving license - Driving - Driving Vehicle Standards Agency (2016-05)
IPAF Training - Safety/Training - Nationwide Platforms
CSCS - Safety/Training - Nationwide Platforms
CSCS – Site Operative - Safety/Training - Nationwide Platforms
City and Guilds Level 2 - Plumbing - Plumbing - Barnfield College
City and Guilds Level 1 – Plumbing - Plumbing - Barnfield College
City and Guilds Business and Improvement Techniques Course, Level 2 - Business - GMM, Luton (course run by Develop U 2010) (2010)
The Introductory Award in Management - Management - Barnfield College, Luton (2004)
Reach Truck Licence - Forklift/Vehicle Operation - GMM, Luton (2004)
Tug and Trailer (BT) - Vehicle Operation - GMM, Luton (2004)
NVQ Level 2 – Engineering production assembly - Engineering - Olympic Binds Ltd, Luton (2000)
BTEC Diploma in Public Services - Public Services - Barnfield College, Luton (1998 - 1999)
GCSE - General Education - Icknield High School, Luton (1993 - 1998)