Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Afl, camping,
Languages
Timeline
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Peter Sherman

Canberra,ACT

Summary

Dedicated Medium Rigid Truck Driver with a proven track record at Harvey Norman Commercial, demonstrating exceptional safe driving practices and strong attention to detail. Skilled in route planning and vehicle maintenance, I consistently achieved on-time deliveries while enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and a commitment to safety.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medium Rigid Truck Driver

Harvey Norman Commercial
Canberra, ACT
08.2024 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • 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.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.

Truck Driver

Murrells Transport
Canberra, ACT
07.2023 - 04.2024

All facets of the beer run from customer liaison to time management

Truck Driver

Go Troppo Fruit Market
Canberra, ACT
07.2021 - 04.2023
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • 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.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.

Education

Sheet Metal Worker 1st Class - Metal Fabrication

Fyshwick Tafe
Canberra, ACT
11.1992

Yr12 -

Copland College
Canberra, ACT
11.1987

Skills

  • Safe driving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Attention to detail
  • Transportation safety
  • Commercial driving
  • Long-haul driving
  • Route planning
  • GPS and route planning
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Decision-making
  • Route management
  • Customer-oriented
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Load securing proficiency
  • Logistics planning
  • Fuel efficiency maximization

Accomplishments

Hi I'm Peter I have lived and worked in canberra for over 50 yrs. I have a great knowledge of canberra and surrounding districts. I also have a forklift licence and a picker licence

Certification

Mr driving licence 303111

Forklift permit

Picker permit

Sheetmetal trade certificate

Afl, camping,

I like Aussie rules and camping down the coast. I have a jetski

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Medium Rigid Truck Driver

Harvey Norman Commercial
08.2024 - Current

Truck Driver

Murrells Transport
07.2023 - 04.2024

Truck Driver

Go Troppo Fruit Market
07.2021 - 04.2023

Sheet Metal Worker 1st Class - Metal Fabrication

Fyshwick Tafe

Yr12 -

Copland College
Peter Sherman