Gregory William Ashton
Forestville,NSW
Summary
I had a happy childhood, the youngest of four children. I grew up in Allambie Heights and my childhood and adolescent years were dominated by my love of sport, in particular Rugby League. I completed my education in year 10 to follow my dream of becoming a professional Rugby League player while completing a 4 year apprenticeship in Stereotyping. recruited by Tweed Heads Seagulls Rugby League Club in 1980 at the age of 22 and was named captain/coach in 1989. I traveled overseas to play for a French team. I also played for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles for a short period of time. I then relocated to the Northern Territory and continued my playing/coaching career in Qld until the age of 45 when I relocated back to Allambie Heights to become the sole carer of my elderly parents. During this time I believe I showed a tremendous amount of empathy, respect, patience and care. My parents had both passed away by April 2015 which is when I reentered the workforce. I am married, have one son, four grown stepchildren, 7 grandchildren and one great grandson. Family is very important to me.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Australia Post
Sydney Northern Beaches, NSW
06.2019 - 10.2021
Driver
Capital Transport
Sydney, NSW
05.2015 - 06.2019
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
- Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.
Sole Caregiver for My Elderly Parents.
N/A
Allambie Heights, NSW
10.2003 - 05.2015
Sole Caregiver for my elderly parents. No qualifications required.
+
Professional Sportsperson
Various Football Clubs
Sydney/Gold Coast/Darwin, NSW/QLD/NT
01.1980 - 10.2003
Education
YEAR 10 OR EQUIVALENT
Forest High School
FRENCHS FOREST Sydney, NSW 11.1972
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Customer rapport
- City and non-city driving
- GPS and route planning
- Route logs
- Safety standards and protocols
- Materials transport
- Transportation
- Cultural Awareness
Golf, crosswords and flying kites with my grandsons'
I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with my family. I like to keep my mind as active as possible and thoroughly enjoy all crosswords and quizzes.
Timeline
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Australia Post
06.2019 - 10.2021
Driver
Capital Transport
05.2015 - 06.2019
Sole Caregiver for My Elderly Parents.
N/A
10.2003 - 05.2015
Professional Sportsperson
Various Football Clubs
01.1980 - 10.2003
YEAR 10 OR EQUIVALENT
Forest High School
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