Dean Austin
Freshwater Point,QLD
Summary
Results-driven heavy truck driver with extensive experience in local and long-distance deliveries. Proven commitment to safety management and vehicle inspections, ensuring compliance and secure transport of cargo. Dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and optimizing delivery schedules.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Truck Driver
followmont transport
mackay, qld
09.2024 - 03.2026
- Operated heavy trucks for local and long-distance deliveries, ensuring safe transport.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading, ensuring secure transport during transit.
- Coordinated with dispatch to optimize delivery schedules.
- Provided exceptional customer service during deliveries and pickups.
- Completed delivery paperwork accurately and on time, upholding organizational standards.
- Adhered to company policies throughout all transportation activities.
Heavy rigid driver
KGB Traansport
mackay, qld
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Operated heavy trucks to transport goods, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, securing items for safe transport.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, securing items to prevent damage during transport.
- Responded promptly to dispatcher requests, adapting to route changes and delivery schedules to maintain service reliability.
Urgent Courier to the Mines
Red Hot Couriers
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted travel to multiple sites including Townsville, Roma, Adani Mine, and Commodore Mine to facilitate package delivery.
- Responded to transport requests via phone, ensuring timely delivery of packages to mining sites.
- Picked up items in town and secured them with metal and ratchet straps for safe transport.
Driver Specialist
Russle Driver
mackay, qld
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Transported coal samples to Bowen and Bowen Basin in Mackay.
- Implemented innovative ideas that improved team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve objectives and resolve product-related challenges.
- Completed daily tasks at work with high attention to detail.
Plant Operator
Sucrogen
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Operated machinery to process raw materials for sugar production.
- Operated pump and dredger equipment to support efficient job site operations
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to maintenance teams.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Performed industrial cleaning of equipment in plant facilities
lite rigid driver
westgas energy
mackay , qld
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Delivered goods and services punctually, maintaining excellent condition throughout transit.
- Coordinated cargo loading and unloading, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Navigated urban and rural routes while strictly adhering to traffic laws.
- Executed timely delivery of goods and services, ensuring excellent condition throughout transit.
Driver
Mackay Taxi’s
07.2010 - 06.2011
- Picked up passengers at designated locations and transported them to their desired destinations.
- Check passenger destination and determine the most appropriate route.
- Checked passenger destinations and determined most efficient routes to enhance travel experience.
- Receive money or credit payments for fares and give change.
- Assist passengers with the handling of their luggage.
- Maintained accurate records of driver shifts, income, and expenses to support financial tracking and reporting.
- Performed regular maintenance and thorough cleaning of the vehicle to ensure optimal performance.
Education
Heavy Ridged Drivers License (Hc) - Followmont Transport
Followmont Transport
Mackay, QLD11-2025
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Valid driver's license
- Driving and transportation
- Safety management
- Traffic laws
- Safe driving practices
- Vehicle inspections
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Load monitoring
- Logistics coordination
- Map reading
- City driving
Certification
certificate 3 in transport
certificate 2 in Security
certificate 1 in conservation and land management
certificate 2 in horticulture
certificate 2 in Security
certificate 1 in conservation and land management
certificate 2 in horticulture
Timeline
Heavy Truck Driver
followmont transport
09.2024 - 03.2026
Urgent Courier to the Mines
Red Hot Couriers
09.2022 - 01.2023
Heavy rigid driver
KGB Traansport
01.2022 - 09.2024
Driver Specialist
Russle Driver
01.2019 - 07.2019
Plant Operator
Sucrogen
06.2012 - 12.2012
lite rigid driver
westgas energy
04.2012 - 06.2012
Driver
Mackay Taxi’s
07.2010 - 06.2011
Heavy Ridged Drivers License (Hc) - Followmont Transport
Followmont Transport