Luke Dunn
Nowra,NSW
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in vehicle operation and customer service at Snappy Removals. Proven ability to enhance route planning and load securement, ensuring safety and efficiency. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail, consistently delivering high-quality service in fast-paced environments. Hardworking professional with several years of professional driving experience. Well-organized in coordinating routes and loading vehicles. Excellent communication, customer service and multitasking skills with observant nature and strong safety focus. Valid license and clean driving history. Resourceful professional in the field of motor vehicle operations, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in route optimization, vehicle maintenance protocols, and safety compliance. Excel at communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to ensure smooth operational flow and customer satisfaction. Reliable Driver known for productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in route planning, time management, and vehicle maintenance, ensuring smooth operations on every journey. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving, bringing value to any team by navigating challenges with calmness and professionalism. Reliable Driver with experience in delivering goods and transporting people safely. Skilled in operating various types of vehicles, adhering to traffic laws, managing delivery schedules, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. Strengths include navigation skills, time management, customer service, and mechanical knowledge. Contributed to previous roles by ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver/Furniture Mover
snappy removals
Nowra
01.2019 - 12.2024
- Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip to assess performance and maintenance requirements.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch and customers to provide status updates.
- Maintained delivery schedules without compromising safety.
- Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing courteous and professional service.
- Adapted to changing routes or schedules as required by the employer.
- Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.
- Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
- Collected payments for goods delivered or unloaded.
Pallet Builder
integra packageing
Bomaderry
03.2016 - 12.2018
- Inspected cartons and verified proper labeling and taping before beginning palletizing.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Operated automated palletizing and conveyor equipment to transport, palletize, arrange and stack finished products.
- Communicated with co-workers regarding changes or updates related to job tasks or duties assigned.
- Recorded production data to document daily progress and production volume.
- Notified supervisor when additional supplies were needed to complete projects efficiently.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Wrapped orders in plastic material prior to loading.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, operated depalletizing equipment and maintained neat and orderly warehouse and shipping area.
Lawn Maintenance Laborer
brothers in cleaning
Figtree
12.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed erosion control measures to protect landscape features and surrounding areas.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Ensured that all work was completed in a timely manner according to established deadlines.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
Cold Storage Forklift Operator
skilled engineering
01.2008 - 12.2009
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
- Adhered strictly to all health codes when storing food items in the cold storage facility.
- Operated forklift to move and stack pallets of frozen goods in cold storage facility.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Inspected equipment daily to ensure proper functioning and safety standards were met.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with product from cold storage area.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
Truck Washer
arndell park truck wash
Arndell Park
02.2006 - 07.2008
- Applied waxes and sealants to protect the vehicle's exterior surface from corrosion.
- Monitored operation of cleaning machines and stopped machines or notified supervisors when malfunctions occurred.
- Rinsed objects and placed on drying racks or used cloths, squeegees or air compressors to dry surfaces.
- Washed vehicle exteriors, detailed interior and applied external sealant or polish.
- Ordered and restocked supplies to keep workplace operating smoothly.
- Managed transactions and handled cash and credit card payments.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks on car wash equipment.
- Used vacuum cleaners and buffers to clean interior of vehicles.
- Vacuumed interiors of trucks to remove dust and dirt particles.
- Applied soap solution, scrubbed cars manually where necessary.
Lounge Frame Maker
incomfort lounges
Mt Druitt
04.2003 - 01.2006
- Fastened timbers or lumber with glue, screws or pegs.
- Worked closely with sales staff members in order to meet customer requirements accurately.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on wood and raw materials.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Checked wood and other materials to assess for damaged or defective items before starting projects to accurately determine projects scales and quotes.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
Warehouse Packer
visypack
Sydney
12.2001 - 01.2003
- Packaged items with appropriate materials to prevent damage during shipping.
- Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
- Maintained cleanliness of warehouse by sweeping floors, removing debris and dusting shelves.
- Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
- Organized warehouse inventory and stocked shelves with incoming deliveries.
- Monitored stock levels in assigned areas of the warehouse to ensure adequate supply availability.
- Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
- Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations to minimize risks of injury and accidents.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery such as conveyors and hoists.
- Assisted in loading outgoing shipments onto delivery trucks and ensuring security of cargo loads.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
Process Worker
advantage personnel
Sydney
12.2000 - 11.2001
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate shipments and deliveries.
- Communicated status updates and decisions to applicants in a timely manner.
- Completed paperwork related to daily tasks such as job order forms, safety logs.
- Maintained proper product storage and organized warehouse inventory.
- Managed multiple applications simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
- Performed quality control checks on products to ensure they met customer requirements.
Glass Glazier
abc glass n aluminum
Whitsundays, North Qld
07.1997 - 10.2000
- Performed minor repairs on window frames, door frames and trim.
- Committed to creating and maintaining safe workplace through organization and proactive identification of hazards.
- Prepared glazing compounds for installation of new glass units.
- Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Cleaned up debris after each job was completed.
- Prepared glass for cutting by applying oil to cutting lines and smoothed cut edges through polishing and grinding.
- Cut, fit, installed, repaired, or replaced glass in commercial and residential buildings.
- Followed safety protocols at all times while working onsite or in shop environment.
- Repaired broken window panes by replacing them with new ones as needed.
- Installed or repaired range of glass products and accessories.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications.
- Fastened glass panes into frames or sashes using clips, points or moldings and added weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Measured and cut glass to specified size and shape using a cutting tool.
- Checked glass installations for accuracy in terms of fit and alignment.
- Applied weatherproofing materials around the edges of installed glass units.
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
Education
year 9
Doonside Tecnology High School
Doonside, NSW12-1996
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Route planning
- Safety protocols
- Load securement
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Equipment maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Vehicle inspections
- Basic vehicle repairs
- Delivery scheduling
- Safety standards
- Payment processing
- Delivery pickup
- Driving and transportation
- Inclement weather driving
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
- Load monitoring
- Route management
- Equipment monitoring
- Confidentiality
- Clean driving record
- Friendly and outgoing
- Punctuality
- Map reading
- Load securing
- Transportation
- Safety management
- Order picking and processing
- GPS and route planning
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Safe driving practices
- Equipment operation
- Shipping and packaging
- Punctual and reliable
Affiliations
- fishing ,working on my car ,motorbike riding ,watching football
Certification
- whitecard
- certificate 3 warehousing and logistics
- MR truck licence
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Driver/Furniture Mover
snappy removals
01.2019 - 12.2024
Pallet Builder
integra packageing
03.2016 - 12.2018
Lawn Maintenance Laborer
brothers in cleaning
12.2014 - 01.2016
Cold Storage Forklift Operator
skilled engineering
01.2008 - 12.2009
Truck Washer
arndell park truck wash
02.2006 - 07.2008
Lounge Frame Maker
incomfort lounges
04.2003 - 01.2006
Warehouse Packer
visypack
12.2001 - 01.2003
Process Worker
advantage personnel
12.2000 - 11.2001
Glass Glazier
abc glass n aluminum
07.1997 - 10.2000
year 9
Doonside Tecnology High School
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