David Midgley

Reliable, hardworking and experienced professional with over 40 years’ experience across the automotive, parts, delivery, logistics and branch management sectors. Currently working as a Van Delivery Driver with NAPA Auto Parts, with strong knowledge of Bradford, Leeds and surrounding areas. Experienced in delivery driving, route planning, stock control, dispatch, returns, cash handling and customer service, alongside extensive hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance, tyres and autocare.

Previously held Branch Manager and Assistant Manager positions, giving me strong experience in dealing with customers, suppliers, colleagues and day-to-day business operations. A trustworthy and dependable individual with excellent timekeeping, communication skills and a strong work ethic. Comfortable working independently or as part of a team and willing to learn new skills and take on new challenges.

Van Delivery Driver - NAPA Auto Parts - Bradford / Leeds

(2023-01)

• Carry out daily van deliveries to customers across Bradford, Leeds and surrounding areas.
• Plan and organise deliveries efficiently to meet customer requirements and deadlines.
• Collect customer returns while carrying out delivery routes.
• Handle cash accurately and responsibly.
• Assist with stock control and general depot duties.
• Learned and carried out dispatch duties for drivers, helping to prepare and organise outgoing deliveries.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers and provide a high standard of customer service.
• Use excellent local knowledge to plan efficient journeys.
• Maintain excellent timekeeping and reliability.
• Following the closure of the Bradford depot in July 2025, relocated to the Leeds depot and continued in the same role and with the same responsibilities.

Tyre & Autocare Technician / Branch Manager / Assistant Manager - National Tyres and Autocare - Bradford / Yeadon / Harrogate

(1996-01 - 2023-01)

Worked across several branches, progressing into management positions and taking on responsibility for technical work, customers, stock, administration and the day-to-day running of branches.

• Canal Road, Bradford – Tyre & Autocare Technician
• Fitted and repaired tyres on cars and vans.
• Carried out servicing, oil changes, brake work, steering and suspension repairs.
• Fitted and replaced exhaust systems.
• Checked and replaced batteries.
• Ordered parts and managed stock.
• Answered telephone enquiries and booked customer jobs.
• Dealt directly with customers and provided advice.
• Completed invoicing and general office administration.
• Leeds Road, Bradford – Branch Manager
• Promoted to Branch Manager following experience as a Tyre & Autocare Technician.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the branch.
• Managed customer bookings and enquiries.
• Continued to provide technical and customer service support.
• Managed stock, parts and general branch administration.
• Branch subsequently closed and the premises were demolished.
• Yeadon – Assistant Manager
• Supported the day-to-day running of the branch.
• Continued to carry out technical, administrative and customer service duties.
• Assisted with staff, customers, stock and workshop operations.
• Harrogate – Assistant Manager
• Asked to help develop and improve the Harrogate branch alongside my manager.
• Helped improve the day-to-day operation of the branch.
• Continued to provide technical, customer service and management support.

Autocare Fitter - ATS - Cross Green, Leeds

(1995-08 - 1995-12)

• Helped develop the autocare and truck tyre side of the business.
• Carried out tyre fitting and autocare work.
• Supported the development of the branch before returning to National Tyres and Autocare.

Tyre Fitter & Autocare Technician - National Tyres and Autocare - Yeadon

(1991-01 - 1995-08)

• Fitted and repaired car, truck and agricultural tyres.
• Attended roadside breakdowns.
• Carried out servicing and general vehicle repairs.
• Worked on brakes, steering and suspension.
• Fitted and replaced exhaust systems.
• Delivered and collected tyres from suppliers.
• Took on additional office responsibilities, including booking jobs in and out, answering telephone enquiries and dealing with customers.

Semi-Skilled Truck Mechanic - Bibbys - Leeds Bradford Airport

(1989 - 1991-01)

• Serviced and repaired trucks and trailers.
• Checked, maintained and replaced tyres across the company fleet.
• Carried out general mechanical maintenance and repairs.

Tyre Fitter & Autocare Technician - National Tyres and Autocare - Yeadon

(1985 - 1989)

• Fitted and repaired car, truck and agricultural tyres.
• Attended roadside breakdowns.
• Carried out servicing and vehicle repairs.
• Worked on brakes, steering and suspension.
• Fitted exhaust systems.
• Delivered and collected tyres from suppliers.

Tyre & Exhaust Fitter - Coleman Tyres and Motor Company - Otley

(1979 - 1985)

• Worked with car, truck and agricultural tyres.
• Fitted and repaired tyres.
• Serviced vehicles.
• Fitted and replaced exhaust systems.
• Carried out general workshop and vehicle maintenance duties.