Michael Thomason
Yorkeys Knob,QLD
Summary
Local Driver bringing over Twenty years' experience working in the Cairns area. Expert in local roads as well as GPS mapping for unique situations. Responsible, adaptable and always available.
Ultimate goal is to seek Long Distance Coach Driving. As this has been my passion for years, but unable to secure such a role as yet.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tour Operator
Elite Tours Cairns - Season Work Contract
01.2023 - Current
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Guided groups of up to 52 people on tours of Cairns & Far North QLD.
- Developed tour programming to enhance guest experiences.
- Researched information on Tour Destinations to provide accurate, detailed tours.
- Took Bookings through Viator and managed reservations through Rezdy
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Professional Chauffeur
A2B Transit - Season Work Contract
04.2022 - Current
- Maximized passenger satisfaction by keeping vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
- Arrived on time to customer appointments.
- Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation and service.
- Stored passenger luggage and personal items with care for safety and security.
- Adhered to tight schedule and met departure and arrival deadlines.
- Observed city, street and highway driving regulations and took necessary driving precautions when transporting customers.
Delivery Driver
Uber Eats & Uber Passenger Driver
01.2021 - Current
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
Coach Driver
Excellent Coaches & Tours - Seasonal Work Contract
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Guided groups of up to 52 people on tours of Cairns & Far North QLD
Driver
Cairns City Transfers - Seasonal Work Contract
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation and service.
- Stored passenger luggage and personal items with care for safety and security.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness to maximize passenger satisfaction.
- Transported high-value clients with professionalism and discretion.
- Provided mobility to assistance to disabled passengers.
- Checked condition of vehicle's tires, brakes and safety equipment to maintain systems in working order.
- Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers.
- Observed city, street and highway driving regulations and took necessary driving precautions when transporting customers.
- Planned routes based on knowledge of local areas, GPS information and customer preferences.
Professional Taxi Driver & Chauffeur
Cairns Diamond Chauffeur & Cairns Taxis
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots
- Stored passenger luggage and personal items with care for safety and security
- Arrived on time to customer appointments
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation and service
- Minimized mechanical issues by adhering to vehicle maintenance schedule
- Transported high-value clients with professionalism and discretion
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations
- Checked in with dispatch to determine schedule and planned pickups
- Provided mobility to assistance to disabled passengers
- Frequented high-volume areas such as airports and bars to pick up spontaneous fares.
Taxi Driver
Atherton Taxis
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots
- Stored passenger luggage and personal items with care for safety and security
- Stored passenger luggage and personal items with care for safety and security
- Transported high-value clients with professionalism and discretion
- Minimized mechanical issues by adhering to vehicle maintenance schedule
- Arrived on time to customer appointments
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations
- Calculated rides costs, received money and returned change
- Provided mobility to assistance to disabled passengers
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness to maximize passenger satisfaction
- Checked in with dispatch to determine schedule and planned pickups
- Maximized passenger satisfaction by keeping vehicles in safe and clean operating condition
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation and service.
Skills
- Vehicle Operations
- Dependable and Trustworthy
- Accurate Money Handling
- Efficient Route Mapping
- Mobile Booking Apps
- Fare and Voucher Collection
- Driver Relations
- Knowledge of Local Area Amenities
- Passenger Security
- Passenger Comfort
- Securing Wheelchairs
- Customer Reservations
- Safety Procedures
Licences
HR Licence - Synchromesh
DA - Driver Authorisation
References
A2B TRANSIT
KIM WHITE - PRINCIPAL DIRECTOR
0478 226 988
JAMES STEWART
EX BUSINESS PARTNER
CAIRNS DIAMOND CHAUFFEUR
07 4052 1738
Timeline
Coach Driver
Excellent Coaches & Tours - Seasonal Work Contract
05.2023 - 10.2023
Tour Operator
Elite Tours Cairns - Season Work Contract
01.2023 - Current
Driver
Cairns City Transfers - Seasonal Work Contract
10.2022 - 02.2023
Professional Chauffeur
A2B Transit - Season Work Contract
04.2022 - Current
Delivery Driver
Uber Eats & Uber Passenger Driver
01.2021 - Current
Professional Taxi Driver & Chauffeur
Cairns Diamond Chauffeur & Cairns Taxis
01.2018 - 12.2021
Taxi Driver
Atherton Taxis
01.2016 - 01.2018
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