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Philip Toft

Adelaide,SA

Summary

Motivated lowloader heavy vehicle with impeccable driving record and over 32 years of transportation industry expertise. Offers focus and skills in route management and freight documentation. Adept at operating all combinations . Highly attentive to changing road and traffic conditions.

Seasoned driver possessing exemplary safety record and in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service and delivering freight on time.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Massage Therapist

Self Employed
01.2017 - Current
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
  • Created comfortable and professional environment for clients by setting up massage tables and preparing treatment area.
  • Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
  • Assessed medical histories and conditions of clients to determine contraindications to massage services.
  • Researched new techniques to stay up to date with trends and developments in massage therapy industry.
  • Utilized deep tissue, Swedish and myofascial massage therapy techniques to provide options to customers.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology to better understand body and inform massage techniques.
  • Evaluated client conditions to recommend appropriate massage therapy methods.
  • Provided clear, concise instructions to clients to prepare for massage services.
  • Administered Swedish, deep tissue and sports massage techniques.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date client records.
  • Prepared oils and lotions for massages.
  • Researched new massage techniques and treatments.
  • Performed sanitization tasks to keep massage environment clean and safe.
  • Worked with clients to ascertain medical history, potential issues, and areas needing support.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans.

Heavy Vehicle Opperator

Self Employed
01.2014 - 03.2022
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.
  • Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
  • Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
  • Transported freight via [Type] trucks between [Number] cities on weekly cycle.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.

Heavy Vehicle and Machinery Operator Oversized

Big Cheif Heavy Haulage
01.2016 - 04.2017
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
  • oversized heavy machinery around Australia

Heavy Equipment Operator

Alltrans Heavy Haulage
01.2016 - 03.2017

relocated oversized machinery's in south Australia

  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.

Heavy Vehicle Driver

DML Construction
03.2004 - 01.2016
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
  • OVERSIZED loads around south Australia
  • Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.
  • Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
  • Transported freight via [Type] trucks between [Number] cities on weekly cycle.
  • Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.

Heavy Vehicle Operator

BEENS Transports
01.1992 - 01.2016
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.

Education

Morpett Vale High Schools
Morphett Vale, SA
02.1977

Skills

  • low loader opperation, 3x4 , 4x8 , 4x4
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Outstanding Active Listening Skills
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Federal Regulations
  • Safe Vehicle Operations
  • Accurate Recordkeeping
  • Customer Relationships
  • Safety Meetings
  • Customer Orders
  • Safety Techniques
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Equipment Chaining
  • Roadside Assistance
  • Recovering Vehicles
  • Daily Facility Operations
  • Delivery and Trip Logs
  • Flatbed Trailers

Timeline

Massage Therapist

Self Employed
01.2017 - Current

Heavy Vehicle and Machinery Operator Oversized

Big Cheif Heavy Haulage
01.2016 - 04.2017

Heavy Equipment Operator

Alltrans Heavy Haulage
01.2016 - 03.2017

Heavy Vehicle Opperator

Self Employed
01.2014 - 03.2022

Heavy Vehicle Driver

DML Construction
03.2004 - 01.2016

Heavy Vehicle Operator

BEENS Transports
01.1992 - 01.2016

Morpett Vale High Schools
Philip Toft