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Joanne Boland

Joanne Boland

Narrogin,WA

Summary

PROFILE

I am confident in considering myself a very reliable, enthusiastic and target oriented operator with a strong ambition to continue pursuing a solid career in the haulage industry.

I am focused on respecting company goals through demonstrating my ability to fulfil and complete responsibilities with efficiency and attention to detail.

I consider myself extremely safety oriented with focus on maintaining a zero harm work environment through compliance with established OH&S protocols and in pursuing ongoing education and training in company procedures.


PROFFESIONAL SKILLS AND ATRIBUTES

  • Solid communication skills to relay information to supervisors and fellow drivers.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable industry regulation and fatigue management guidelines.
  • Strong time management and prioritisation skills with the ability to work under pressure in demanding, time-sensitive environments.
  • Reliably conducts pre-start and post-trip vehicle inspections and reports issues/discrepancies as necessary.
  • Capable problem-solving skills with the ability to use initiative and suggest viable solutions to minimise downtime.
  • Good physical fitness, not afraid of hard work or long hours, and welcome new challenges and build on current skill set.
  • Regards to defensive driving and attentiveness, to drive accordingly to ensure product safety when irregular load distribution is evident.


REFEREES:

Gary Sanderson

Position: Training Officer

Phone: 0448 010 232


Kelly Hayden

Position: Allocator

0448 042 893

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truck Driver

Followmont Transport
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • One of the first Electric Vehicle body truck drivers to be VOC'd for Followmont, Eagle Farm, Brisbane
  • Curtain sided tailgate HR
  • securing pallets and skids with use of gates, ratchets and rachet straps
  • DG distribution
  • Maintained a clean driving record
  • Adhered to company policies and safety procedures
  • Computer data entry
  • navigating built up traffic areas

Truck Driver

Qube Logistics
05.2025 - 05.2025
  • 20ft and 40ft Shipping container transporting meat for export from customer to Port of Brisbane.
  • Semi Skel trailers
  • Competency in coupling and uncoupling
  • 12 hour shift work
  • Night and Day shifts
  • regularly Pass random drug and alcohol testing
  • excellent in time/task efficiency
  • positive two way radio safety communication

Truck Driver

Ozwide
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • B Double, 2 up long haul
  • Maintained a good working relationship with the other 2 up driver
  • Considerate of the comfort and rest of the other driver to manage their fatigue
  • Aware to not become complacent and set up successful practices to maintain focus including but not limited to hydration, correct food choices, limiting unnecessary distractions
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Truck Driver

Abc Transport/Centurion
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Working in a remote location of Alice Springs
  • Driving a body/rigid truck
  • Local deliveries
  • Proficient in using electric and manual pallet jacks
  • Correct use of hydraulic tail gate
  • Manually loading and unloading the truck including full pallets
  • Responsible for constantly checking fridge/freezer temperatures
  • Excellent customer service

Truck Driver

Namour Transport
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Driving semi and rigid fridge vans
  • Delivering to and from DC's (Aldi, Woolworths etc)
  • Ensuring allocated time slots were met
  • Backing onto docks
  • Ensuring accurate records were maintained
  • Pallets secured with pogo sticks and corflu and angles
  • Use of manual pallet jack

Truck Driver

Kalari
03.2022 - 12.2022

Triple & Quad Road Train Operator

  • Triple side tipper at Springsure, QLD. Quad side tipper at, Moura, QLD
  • Coal Pick up from mine site to TLO.
  • 10/10 swing
  • Remote living
  • Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness for the next operator
  • Pre start checks
  • Post shift inspection of vehicle
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to company and mine policy
  • Faced challenges being the only female on the driving crew for Kalari
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Focused on having a positive attitude and strong work ethic during long hauls
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges

Truck Driver

MB Civil Constructions
11.2021 - 11.2021
  • This was my first job after getting fully licensed
  • This was a short stint as my faith in the safety of the vehicles was consistently compromised. My constant reports to the company were never taken seriously. I made the decision for my own safety to leave this company.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wynnum High School
Brisbane, QLD
12-1998

Hair Dressing & Beauty Therapy - Hair Dressing & Beauty Therapy

TAFE QLD
QLD
12-1990

Certification

  • Open MC Heavy Vehicle Driver's License
  • Forklift Ticket
  • First Aid Certificate
  • AFM Accredited
  • S11 - RIISS00034 Coal Mine Safety

Timeline

Truck Driver

Qube Logistics
05.2025 - 05.2025

Truck Driver

Followmont Transport
01.2025 - 07.2025

Truck Driver

Ozwide
02.2024 - 04.2024

Truck Driver

Abc Transport/Centurion
07.2023 - 01.2024

Truck Driver

Namour Transport
12.2022 - 04.2023

Truck Driver

Kalari
03.2022 - 12.2022

Truck Driver

MB Civil Constructions
11.2021 - 11.2021

High School Diploma -

Wynnum High School

Hair Dressing & Beauty Therapy - Hair Dressing & Beauty Therapy

TAFE QLD
Joanne Boland