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Lyndon Lewis
Brisbane ,Qld
Summary
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator with ability to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.
Truck Driver offering 20 years of experience transporting and delivering freight throughout Queensland in various industries. Possessing strong work ethic and excellent driving record.
Safety-oriented truck driver knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, including pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team.
Overview
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sunset safaris
Tour Guide
02.2011 - Current
Job overview
- Guided tour groups
- Researched and studied on topics that pertained to tour locations so that such information could be added to scripts
- Entertained tour guests with various props and signs to ensure maximum engagement, fun, and lasting memories
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive relationships
- Greeted and assisted guests by gathering information pertaining to reservations or requests
- Collaborated with various team members to ensure guest requests were addressed appropriately and timely
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately
- Escorted guests to assigned rooms, including transporting luggage and follow through with special accommodation requests
- Trained and supervised new staff members
- Extensive 4x4 training with Heavy vehicles
John west logistics
HC Mobile Crane Operator
02.2013 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Completed preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products
- Completed daily inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels
- Learned and applied safe driving techniques to avoid accidents
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules
- Reported all accidents, damage and malfunctions involving company equipment to management
- Completed basic maintenance and minor repairs to keep vehicle neat and running properly
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew to properly position vehicle and loading equipment
- Safely loaded and unloaded deliveries according to size of load and content description
- Inspected tires, lights, brakes and gas, oil and water levels
- Performed routine inspections of vehicles and reported any issues to managers immediately
- Attended and participated in all driver safety meetings
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips
Tellam
Mobile Crane Operator
05.2012 - 01.2013
Job overview
- Inspected equipment and crane towers daily, resulting in decrease in accidents
- Worked closely with supervisors to adjust daily workloads and maximize output based on equipment, manpower and other factors
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities
- Performed daily safety checks to ensure equipment was in safe operating condition
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment
- Performed preventative maintenance such as reading and cleaning pressure gauges to obtain proper gas or tar flow
Kinetic Resource's
Bus Operator
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained a clean and safe bus environment for the comfort of all passengers
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws and safety guidelines while operating the bus on assigned routes.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry best practices and regulatory updates.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively by following established protocols for passenger safety and incident reporting.
- Maintained full understanding of local roads and traffic patterns.
- Prepared detailed reports of daily operations including incidents, mechanical issues, delays, or other pertinent information for management review.
- Consistently met or exceeded on-time performance goals, contributing to overall system efficiency.
- Contacted dispatchers and company mechanics to report vehicle issues and other problems.
- Performed regular bus inspections and checked brakes, steering and windshield wiper's.
- Performed basic repairs and maintenance actions to keep vehicle working at peak performance.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on the bus''s engine oil levels, tire pressure gauges, brake systems-ultimately reducing repair costs over time.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
NZ Police
Police Officer
01.1997 - 07.2008
Job overview
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
Education
Wairoa college Hawks bay, NZ
Year 12 from Diploma
01.1984
Skills
- GPS and route planning
- Order picking and processing
- Logging paperwork
- Logistics planning
- Trained in safe driving techniques
- Strong math aptitude
- Perfect attendance record
- Equipment monitoring
- Vehicle inspections
- Vehicle systems expertise
- Comfortable with overnight runs
- Safety and compliance
- Organized
- Excellent time management skills
- Shipping and packaging
- Team development
Attainments
Heavy combination. Truck license
Mobile crane ticket
industry license
10years 4x4 driving experience
Standard 11
Coal board mining medical, current.
First aid, current
CPR medical current.
Timeline
Bus Operator
Kinetic Resource's
02.2023 - Current
HC Mobile Crane Operator
John west logistics
02.2013 - 01.2021
Mobile Crane Operator
Tellam
05.2012 - 01.2013
Tour Guide
Sunset safaris
02.2011 - Current
Police Officer
NZ Police
01.1997 - 07.2008
Wairoa college
Year 12 from Diploma
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