Dean Smart
Ulverstone,TAS
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver specializing in long-haul transport and logistics. Reduced delivery times through strategic route planning and maintained impeccable driving record, ensuring safety and compliance. Results-driven Fleet Controller focused on optimizing delivery logistics and enhancing fleet performance, improving operational efficiencies and fostering strong customer relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Heald Bulk Haulage
Ulverstone, TAS
01.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for bulk material transport across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Loaded and unloaded freight, ensuring secure placement and weight distribution.
- Maintained accurate logbooks of driving hours and cargo details for regulatory compliance.
- Adhered to traffic laws and safety regulations during all driving activities.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
Fleet Controller
Jaytric Logistics
Moriaty, Tas
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Monitored fleet operations to ensure timely and efficient delivery schedules.
- Coordinated vehicle maintenance and repairs, reducing downtime and ensuring fleet availability.
- Managed driver compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Communicated with drivers to resolve operational issues and enhance service delivery.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and improve fleet performance.
- Oversaw upkeep and maintenance of company vehicles.
- Provided guidance and training to drivers on safe driving practices and regulatory requirements.
- Addressed customer complaints regarding service delays or quality issues, improving customer satisfaction.
- Supervised driver information, including estimated time of arrival and planned time of arrival, which helped in all delivery scheduling.
Transport Manager
Bryant Family Trust
Longford, Tas
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed transportation logistics for efficient delivery scheduling.
- Managed fuel and supplies inventory to support daily operations.
- Operated farm machinery to assist in planting and harvesting crops.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and repairs.
- Inspected machinery to ensure proper functioning before use.
- Moving hay bales into storage areas using tractors or other farm equipment.
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Safe driving
- Load security
- Cargo handling
- Load weight management
- Route optimization
- Route planning
- Logistics planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Fleet management
- Basic maintenance
- Vehicle upkeep
- Operational efficiency
- Time management
- Multi-trailer operation
- Team leadership
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Truck Driver
Heald Bulk Haulage
01.2025 - Current
Fleet Controller
Jaytric Logistics
01.2023 - 01.2025
Transport Manager
Bryant Family Trust
06.2021 - 12.2023