David van oorschot
Tannum Sands
Summary
Dynamic and safety-conscious driver with extensive experience at Toll Mining, specializing in hazardous materials transportation. Proven track record in effective communication and emergency response, ensuring on-time deliveries while adhering to strict safety protocols. Recognized for exceptional time management and a keen eye for detail, contributing to operational excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dangerous Goods Driver
Toll Mining
GLADSTONE
12.2023 - Current
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
- Provided assistance in the loading and unloading process when necessary.
- Adhered to all applicable local, state and federal laws related to the transportation of hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding shipment status or other concerns.
- Worked closely with other drivers to coordinate pick up and delivery activities.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Operated tanker trucks safely by complying with company policies and major driving rules.
- Delivered hazardous materials safely in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Attended regular training sessions on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Verified product quality and quantity against shipping documents.
- Reported accidents or incidents involving hazmat cargo immediately to management.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Bus Driver
CDC
Gladstone
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Operated bus professionally and interacted with passengers to foster pleasant rides.
- Maintained vehicle safety by monitoring, instructing and correcting passengers.
- Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with boarding and disembarking from the bus.
- Collected fares, tickets and passes accurately.
- Checked passenger tickets throughout route journey to ensure they had valid tickets for their destination.
- Assisted passengers in loading wheelchairs or other mobility aids.
Bus Driver
CDC
Ballarat
06.2019 - 01.2022
- An excellent, safe driving record
- Ran to a strict time management on route
- Maintained a clean working environment
- Good public relations
Coach Driver
Trotters Coaches
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Special Needs School Bus Driver
- Assisting in special needs management
- Strict time management
- Strong communication skills
- Maintaining parent, staff and student rapport
- V-Line replacement Couch driver
- Scheduled shutdowns
- Time management
- Strict protocol
- Reporting systems
- Charter driver
- Public services
- Communications
- Time management
- OH&S policies and procedures
- Cleaning of buses
- Chrome polishing
- General bus house keeping
Truck Driver
O'Neils Transport
10.2008 - 03.2018
- Single trailer truck driver
- Carried out daily safety checks
- Inspection of loading
- Securing of loads
- Time management
Process Worker
Laminex Industries
Ballarat
10.1999 - 03.2018
- Competent shift worker, 3 rotation
- Leading hand
- Machine operator
- Forklift Driving
Education
Drivers Certificate -
Heavy Combination Licence -
Forklift Licence -
Skills
- Experienced shift worker
- Great time management
- Flexible and adaptable work ethics
- Excellent safety awareness
- Excellent work ethics and integrity
- Keen eye for detail
- Great team and solo worker
- Hazardous materials handling
- Vehicle inspection
- Emergency response
- Load securing
- Safety management
- Effective communication
- Trailer maneuvering
- Delivery documentation
- Driver fatigue management
Affiliations
- Home gardening
- Beachcombing
Certification
- Industry Authority
- Explosives Driver Licence
- Explosives security clearance
- White Card Queensland
References
Aaron Bond
Ex-manager, Toll Mining, Gladstone
0438273494
Georgie Birney
Operations Personnel
0458680406
Alan Rhoden
Driver Trainer and Assessor
0408429793
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceTimeline
Dangerous Goods Driver
Toll Mining
12.2023 - Current
Bus Driver
CDC
05.2023 - 12.2023
Bus Driver
CDC
06.2019 - 01.2022
Coach Driver
Trotters Coaches
06.2018 - 06.2019
Truck Driver
O'Neils Transport
10.2008 - 03.2018
Process Worker
Laminex Industries
10.1999 - 03.2018
Drivers Certificate -
Heavy Combination Licence -
Forklift Licence -
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