Geoff Lodge
Class 1 (C+E) HGV Driver
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About
I am a newly qualified Class 1 (C+E) HGV Driver with a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and professional driving standards. With over 20 years of experience in logistics and load safety, including extensive work managing vehicle sign-offs and warehouse operations, I hold a valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card and have a proven record of excellent timekeeping, attention to detail, and calm, consistent performance during shifts. I am motivated to build my driving career through operations where safety, efficiency, and steady performance are essential.
Experience
Logistics Team Leader - Magnet/Nobia
(2018-01)
- Managing staffing levels, holiday cover, and daily resource planning.
- Leading daily startup briefings and coordinating workload.
- Overseeing all aspects of load safety and compliance.
- Conducting one‑to‑one meetings, performance reviews, and development discussions.
- Completing daily vehicle safety sign‑offs and defect checks.
- Setting warehouse targets and ensuring KPIs are consistently met.
- Monitoring and reporting daily operational performance.
FLT Counterbalance Operator - Magnet/Nobia
(2001-01 - 2018-12)
- Loading double‑decker trailers and D‑mount rigid box vehicles.
- Operating safely in a high‑throughput warehouse environment.
- Ensuring accurate and secure load distribution.
Machine Operator - Tallents
(2000-01 - 2001-12)
- Operated machinery producing vehicle chassis components.
- Maintained high standards of quality, accuracy, and safety.
Gun No.3 Loader – Self‑Propelled Artillery - HM Forces – British Army
(1995-01 - 2000-12)
- Completed one operational tour in Bosnia.
- Participated in major training deployments in Germany and Canada.
- Developed discipline, teamwork, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Education
Math's - Longfield School (1989-01 - 1994-12)
English - Longfield School (1989-01 - 1994-12)
Science - Longfield School (1989-01 - 1994-12)
