Geoff Lodge

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.

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.

Math's - Longfield School (1989-01 - 1994-12)

English - Longfield School (1989-01 - 1994-12)

Science - Longfield School (1989-01 - 1994-12)