Lefiti Van Der Walle
Sydney
Summary
Seasoned Interstate Long Haul Truck Driver with significant experience in cross-country transportation. Possess strong knowledge of DOT regulations, efficient routing, and safety procedures. Demonstrated ability to maintain timely delivery schedules while ensuring optimal vehicle performance. Committed to providing reliable transport services and maintaining professional customer interactions.
Reliable Interstate Long Haul Truck Driver known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in route planning, time management, and safety compliance which contribute to delivering goods on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of safety. Excel in navigation, adaptability, and stress management, ensuring smooth operations across diverse conditions and long distances.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interstate Long Haul Truck Driver
Fine Form Transport
04.2025 - Current
- Operated long-haul trucks across multiple states, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and reliability before departures.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo while adhering to safety protocols.
- Documented trip logs accurately, recording hours of service and mileage traveled.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through professional communication during deliveries.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on vehicles such as checking fluid levels, tire pressure.
- Inspected cargo before delivery to ensure it was undamaged during transport.
- Followed designated routes, schedules, and time tables.
- Kept up to date with changes in traffic laws, road closures, detours.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while operating large trucks on the highway.
- Provided customer service by responding promptly to inquiries from customers regarding their shipments.
- Monitored road conditions, weather forecasts, traffic reports, and other information sources to plan optimal routes.
- Responsible for loading and unloading cargo in a safe manner.
- Assisted with loading and unloading cargo as needed at various locations along route.
- Maintained a clean driving record by avoiding tickets or violations.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages found during vehicle inspections.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation purposes when required.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Managed on-time, under-budget tow truck service execution across region while partnering with local authorities and USPS.
Line Haul Truck Driver
Redhot Transport
Sydney
03.2019 - 04.2024
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods across regional routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive routing instructions and updates.
- Loaded and unloaded freight, ensuring proper weight distribution in the vehicle.
- Adhered to traffic laws and safety regulations during all operations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Provided customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues on site.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for long-distance transport across various routes.
Education
N/A
Auckland , New ZealandSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Cargo handling
- Safety compliance
- Customer relationship management
- GPS navigation
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Logbook maintenance
- Load securing
- Safe driving
- Regulations
- Weather awareness
- Dependable and reliable
- Heavy haul expert
- Traffic law knowledge
- Long-haul driving
- Problem-solving capacity
Languages
English
First Language
Samoan
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- Heavy vehicle drive licence
- Mc licence
Affiliations
- Playing football
- Socialising with loved ones
- Gymnastics
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interstate Long Haul Truck Driver
Fine Form Transport
04.2025 - Current
Line Haul Truck Driver
Redhot Transport
03.2019 - 04.2024
N/A