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David Vernon

Urangan,QLD

Summary

Adept at maintaining impeccable safety standards and efficiency, I leveraged my mechanical knowledge and strong work ethic at DG RE VERNON TRANSPORT SERVICES to enhance operational productivity. Skilled in vehicle maintenance and safe driving, my proactive approach resulted in a clean driving record, underscoring my reliability and commitment to excellence.

Professional driver prepared to deliver high standards and results. Extensive experience in transporting goods safely and efficiently. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and focus on meeting delivery schedules. Skilled in vehicle maintenance and compliance with safety regulations.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

DG RE VERNON TRANSPORT SERVICES
12.2022 - 10.2024
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.


  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.

Road Train Operator

Corbets Group
07.2022 - 12.2022

Operating Mack Prime Mover 18 speed road ranger A/B Triple side tippers doing quarry work carting rock gravel & road base to various sites across QLD

  • Ensured smooth road train operation, performing regular maintenance checks according to established guidelines.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily activities such as klms driven, fuel consumption, and any mechanical issues encountered during shifts.

Road Train Operator

Quarry Mining Haulage
01.2021 - 01.2022

Driving Western Star Prime Movers 18 Speed Road Ranger Operating Road Train Side Tippers Floats Drop Decks doing quarry work rock sand & Gravel to various sites around QLD & SA

  • Maintained accurate records of daily activities such as Klms driven, fuel consumption, and any mechanical issues encountered during shifts.
  • Ensured smooth road train operation, performing regular maintenance checks according to established guidelines.

Road Train Operator

SEQH
01.2017 - 07.2017

Operate Mack Prime Movers Automatic Gear Box Double & Triple Roadtrain Container Trailers Delivering Containers to various solar farms around QLD

  • Maintained accurate records of daily activities such as Klms driven, fuel consumption, and any mechanical issues encountered during shifts.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Ensured smooth road train operation, performing regular maintenance checks according to established guidelines.

Road Train Side Tipper Operator

Boral Resources
01.2016 - 01.2017

MC Side Tipper Operator Kenworth Cab over 18 speed roadranger & Mack Prime Movers 18 Sspeed road ranger Double A/B Triple & Triple side tippers Delivering Sand Gravel & Road base to various gas field sites around QLD & SA

  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Coordinated with supply chain partners to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, preventing production stoppages.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.

Quad Road Train Operator

Qube Logistics
03.2014 - 01.2016

Operate Volvo Prime movers Automatic gear box towing quad side tippers from Port Headland to woodie woodie mine site to load then return to Port Hedland Port to unload 1 x run per shift 800 klm round trip

  • Maintained punctualroad train operations by quickly identifying and resolving minor technical issues before they escalated.
  • Conducted post-trip inspections after each run, identifying any necessary repairs or maintenance required for optimal train performance moving forward.

Road Train Side Tipper Operator

Bain Transport
10.2013 - 10.2014

Operate Kenworth T909 prime mover road train side tippers loading road base from various quarries delivering to flood repair road works

  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance on truck & trailers
  • Coordinated with quarries to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, preventing production stoppages.

Quad Road Train Side Tippers

Gulf Ploy
04.2011 - 02.2014

Operate Kenworth C510 & Mack prime movers 18 speed road rangers Quad side tippers Carrting gold ore from mine site to crushing plant 4 x loads per shift

  • Reduced safety incidents with thorough pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections.
  • Navigated various road conditions safely while operating large vehicles during weather situations or high traffic periods.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, consistently arriving on time and ready for duty each day.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Maintained clean and organized truck cab for a professional appearance and optimal performance.

B/Double Interstate Driver General

Finemores Transport
04.2005 - 04.2009

operate Kenworth Cab Over Prime movers 18 speed roadrangers B/Double Taughtliners Linehaul

  • Demonstrated adaptability with shifting priorities while managing tight deadlines for multiple customer deliveries.
  • Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, identifying potential issues before they became safety concerns.

Truck Driver

Lex Gordon Roadways
03.1995 - 03.2005
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Welder

J&P Vernon Welding Services
02.1985 - 01.1995
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.


Education

Fatigue Managment - Apply Fatigue Managment Strategies

Work Safe Western Australia
Perth, WA
07-2023

TLILIC0003 Licence To Operate Forklift Truck - Operate Forklift Truck

Performance Training Pty Limited
Katherine, NT
10-2019

RIIWHS204D Work Safely At Heights - Work Safely At Heights

Site Skills Training
Darwin, NT
10-2019

HLTAID001 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

ST John Ambulance Australia
Katherine, NT
10-2019

HLTAID002 - Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

St Johns Ambulance Australia
Katherine, NT
10-2019

HLTIAD003 - Provide First Aid

St John Ambulance Australia
Katherine, NT
10-2019

TLIF200A Apply Fatigue Managment Strategies - TLI31210 Certificate III In Driving Operations

KRTS PTY LTD
Chatswood, NSW
10-2013

Certificate II In Surface Extract Operations - First Aid & Fire Team Operations

Krause Health & Safety PTY LTD
Mount Isa, QLD
01-2011

Certificate II Mining - Generic Induction Metalliferous Core

Krause Health & Safety PTY LTD
Mount Isa, QLD
01-2011

Certificate II Surface Extract Operations - Conduct Local Risk Control

Krause Health & Safety PTY LTD
Mount Isa, QLD
01-2011

Basic Firefighter - Basic Firefighting

NSW Rural Fire Service
Gunnedah, NSW
07-2003

High School Diploma -

Narrabri High School
Narrabri, NSW
12-1985

Skills

  • Safe Driving
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Commercial driving
  • Vehicle inspection abilities
  • Long-haul driving
  • Load security
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Basic Computer Literacy
  • Accurate record keeping

Timeline

Truck Driver

DG RE VERNON TRANSPORT SERVICES
12.2022 - 10.2024

Road Train Operator

Corbets Group
07.2022 - 12.2022

Road Train Operator

Quarry Mining Haulage
01.2021 - 01.2022

Road Train Operator

SEQH
01.2017 - 07.2017

Road Train Side Tipper Operator

Boral Resources
01.2016 - 01.2017

Quad Road Train Operator

Qube Logistics
03.2014 - 01.2016

Road Train Side Tipper Operator

Bain Transport
10.2013 - 10.2014

Quad Road Train Side Tippers

Gulf Ploy
04.2011 - 02.2014

B/Double Interstate Driver General

Finemores Transport
04.2005 - 04.2009

Truck Driver

Lex Gordon Roadways
03.1995 - 03.2005

Welder

J&P Vernon Welding Services
02.1985 - 01.1995

Fatigue Managment - Apply Fatigue Managment Strategies

Work Safe Western Australia

TLILIC0003 Licence To Operate Forklift Truck - Operate Forklift Truck

Performance Training Pty Limited

RIIWHS204D Work Safely At Heights - Work Safely At Heights

Site Skills Training

HLTAID001 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

ST John Ambulance Australia

HLTAID002 - Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

St Johns Ambulance Australia

HLTIAD003 - Provide First Aid

St John Ambulance Australia

TLIF200A Apply Fatigue Managment Strategies - TLI31210 Certificate III In Driving Operations

KRTS PTY LTD

Certificate II In Surface Extract Operations - First Aid & Fire Team Operations

Krause Health & Safety PTY LTD

Certificate II Mining - Generic Induction Metalliferous Core

Krause Health & Safety PTY LTD

Certificate II Surface Extract Operations - Conduct Local Risk Control

Krause Health & Safety PTY LTD

Basic Firefighter - Basic Firefighting

NSW Rural Fire Service

High School Diploma -

Narrabri High School
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