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GAYAN ASANKA DE SILVA YAKUPITI

ENFIELD,SA

Summary

I am a highly skilled and experienced forklift driver and HC Truck Driver with a proven successful background in customer service, distribution processes and working with diverse teams. I have an exemplary driving record, strong time management and customer service skills and commitment to ensure that the transport of items is executed in a safe and timely manner. I have a high attention to detail with the ability to walk, drive, lift and carry heavy items for extended periods and licensed to operate equipment and machines, such as cars, small trucks, heavy vehicles and forklifts. I enjoy being part of a successful delivery team and adhering to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws. I pride myself on providing polite, prompt customer service and customer satisfaction and are recognized for my diligence in ensuring all orders and items are complete, packed correctly, and safely delivered to the correct client. I am an individual who has a strong work ethic of reliability and a committed to driving safely. I thrive in challenging environments and work well in a self-managed or in diverse team environments and embrace cultural and linguistic diversity. I have high-level interpersonal skills, self-motivation and effective navigation skills and enjoy supporting and serving the community. My key attributes include integrity and discretion, reliability, adaptability and a commitment to plan and successfully execute on key deliverables and deadlines with full accountability and enthusiasm. Licenses/Tickets Forklift Ticket Heavy Vehicle Driver license

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Driver (lording Unloading Forklift)

Licksic Pty Ltd (SA produce Market)
Pooraka, SA
09.2022 - Current
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
  • Oversaw product loading to keep items balanced, work efficient and items secure for safe delivery.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
  • Updated dispatchers frequently to convey changes such as route issues or weather delays potentially impacting delivery schedules.
  • Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Planned delivery routes and most efficient methods of distribution.
  • Recorded each delivery using proper paperwork before leaving warehouse.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Managed the scheduling of trucks for delivery or pickup based on customer needs.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.

Lamp Room Technician

Cap
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Responsibilities
  • Cleaning of cap lamps and self-rescuers
  • Charging of cap lamps
  • Minor repairs to cap lamps
  • House keeping
  • Adherence to site safety procedures and policies
  • Assist in the Mine Safety Store as required

Loading Unloading Forklift (Delivery Driver)

TOLL
Olympic Dam ( Roxby Down, SA
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Load with fork Lift, transport and deliver items to process and mine end surface operations in a safe, timely manner
  • Completion of Field Leadership activities
  • Adherence to site safety procedures and policies
  • Use of forklift and HR truck
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.

  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.

Dock Handler Forklift

TNT Express Shipping
Hallam, VIC
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Receive, locate, and deliver a variety of goods in accordance with established procedures
  • Sort, load and inventory the received goods
  • Ensure all safety standards are met in all operations
  • Timely response to written and verbal instructions
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
  • Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
  • Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse.
  • Received incoming shipments and checked contents against purchase orders.
  • Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment.
  • Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
  • Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.
  • Boxed, labeled and added shrink wrapping to items.
  • Completed daily logs for recordkeeping.

Delivery Driver

03.2019 - 06.2020
  • Load, transport and deliver items to clients or businesses in a safe, timely manner
  • Review orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete, the charges are correct, and the customer is satisfied
  • Assist with loading and unloading items from vehicles
  • Providing excellent customer service, answering questions, and handling complaints from clients
  • Adhere to assigned routes and following time schedules
  • Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record
  • Prepare reports and other documents relating to deliveries
  • Ensure orders are properly fulfilled, and am passionate about satisfying clients

Storekeeper

Kaddac Pty Ltd
Glen Waverly, VIC
03.2017 - 06.2019
  • In charge of packaging organic food products
  • Ensure products are handled in compliance with industry regulations
  • Work with a team to achieve set targets in a timely manner
  • Regularly monitor conditions in warehouses
  • Developed and implemented effective storage strategies for warehouse supplies.
  • Updated stock information on a daily basis in the system.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries regarding products and services offered.
  • Ensured proper handling, storage and maintenance of all items in the storeroom.
  • Monitored stock levels to identify shortages or overages in inventory items.
  • Prepared purchase orders for requested materials according to established procedures.
  • Processed invoices accurately and promptly after receiving goods from suppliers.
  • Tracked expiration dates of stored items to ensure freshness of products sold in storerooms.
  • Provided assistance in loading and unloading trucks when needed.

Cleaner

Quad Services
03.2016 - 03.2017
  • Ensure facility is cleaned thoroughly within the allocated time
  • Ensure customer satisfaction is met
  • Successfully manage customer requests
  • Ensure compliance of company processes and performance KPI’s
  • To work as directed depending on business requirements

Education

Royal College
Sri Lanka

Skills

  • Strong safety focus
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Reliability
  • Integrity and discretion
  • Machine operation
  • Problem resolution
  • Process improvement
  • Strong customer service background
  • Efficiency and Time Management
  • Vehicle Cleaning and Maintenance
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Dependability and Honesty
  • Customer Service
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Attention to Detail
  • Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Inspecting Trucks
  • Skilled Forklift Operator
  • Order Picking And Processing
  • Maritime Transport Loading
  • Vehicle Loading
  • Stocking And Inventory
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Transportation Laws Knowledge
  • Palletizing Skills
  • Package Scanning
  • Operating Vehicles

Affiliations

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Timeline

Delivery Driver (lording Unloading Forklift)

Licksic Pty Ltd (SA produce Market)
09.2022 - Current

Lamp Room Technician

Cap
08.2021 - 02.2022

Loading Unloading Forklift (Delivery Driver)

TOLL
08.2020 - 08.2021

Dock Handler Forklift

TNT Express Shipping
06.2019 - 06.2020

Delivery Driver

03.2019 - 06.2020

Storekeeper

Kaddac Pty Ltd
03.2017 - 06.2019

Cleaner

Quad Services
03.2016 - 03.2017

Royal College
GAYAN ASANKA DE SILVA YAKUPITI