Davis Mudyiwa

HGV CLASS 1 (C+E) DRIVER | VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

Talent

MalmesburyMember since September 28, 2026

Rigid and articulated commercial-vehicle drivingDaily walk-around inspections and defect reportingDrivers' hours, Working Time Directive and tachograph complianceSafe manoeuvring, reversing and vehicle positioningRoute planning, delivery paperwork and customer serviceCommercial-vehicle diagnostics, servicing and roadworthiness checksBrakes, suspension, engines, electrical faults and safety systemsReliable early starts, time-critical work and safety-first decision-making

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About

Safety-focused UK HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) driver with current professional experience at DHL/Tradeteam and a strong technical background as a vehicle technician. Experienced in daily walk-around checks, defect reporting, tachograph compliance, safe vehicle handling, route planning and commercial-vehicle roadworthiness. Holds a full UK C+E licence, Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.

Experience

HGV Class 1 Driver - DHL / Tradeteam - Gloucester, UK

(2026-07)

Drive Class 1 commercial vehicles safely on scheduled delivery and collection routes.
Complete daily vehicle checks, record defects and confirm roadworthiness before departure.
Use the digital tachograph correctly and comply with drivers' hours and working-time rules.
Handle early starts, delivery documentation and time-sensitive operations professionally.
Maintain safe standards when manoeuvring, reversing and operating at customer sites.

Vehicle Technician and Driver - Big Van World - Swindon, UK

(2025-01 - 2026-07)

Completed PDI inspections, servicing, diagnostics and repairs on vans and light commercial vehicles.
Road-tested vehicles to verify repairs, handling and safety before delivery to customers.
Diagnosed and repaired braking, suspension, engine, electrical and emissions-system faults.
Supported basic truck maintenance and carried out truck road tests where required.
Worked accurately under pressure while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Vehicle Technician and Tow Truck Driver - TACTIC MECH AUTO - South Africa

(2021 - 2024)

Carried out vehicle diagnostics, servicing, mechanical and electrical repairs.
Performed inspections and road tests to confirm vehicle safety and repair quality.
Operated tow/recovery vehicles safely when collecting and transporting vehicles.
Diagnosed faults involving brakes, suspension, engines, electrical systems and other vehicle components.
Provided reliable customer service while managing repair and recovery work safely and efficiently.

Vehicle Technician - Derby Cars German Vehicle Specialist, Nick's Auto/Audi & VW Specialist, Auto and Beyond - UK and Zimbabwe

Vehicle technician roles included Derby Cars German Vehicle Specialist, Nick's Auto/Audi & VW Specialist and Auto and Beyond. Work covered diagnostics, mechanical and electrical repairs, servicing, inspections and road testing across Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz and other vehicles.

Uber Driver & Food Delivery Driver - Uber, Food Delivery Services

(2016 - 2018)

Provided safe, professional transport and delivery services while planning efficient routes.
Carried out routine vehicle checks and maintained strong customer-service standards.