Richard Thomas Mullen
Maddington,WA
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver, with a demonstrated hardworking nature, and solid 32 year work history in transport and logistics. Proficient in operating multi combination heavy vehicles and managing doubles, triples, tippers and flat bed trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading freight with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in all aspects of heavy vehicle operation, maintenance and compliance
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Indy Transport PTY LTD
05.2010 - Current
- Operate with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible Main Roads log books and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing freight.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Complied with truck and road safety rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures to ensure safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected truck for defects to ensure safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road/weather conditions and hazards and traffic delays whilst always maintaining timely delivery and uncompromised safety and cargo integrity.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently
- Followed Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) for transporting dangerous materials.
- monitored and addressed any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck's lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Competent in all aspects of load securement including but not limited to chains, straps, covers, and binders.
B Double Driver South West
S & S Neaves /Subcontracting To StarTrack
03.2005 - 04.2010
- maintained punctuality and adhered to strict delivery schedules.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Maintained accurate delivery records, ensuring all packages were accounted for and delivered to the correct recipients.
- Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Followed Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) for transporting dangerous materials.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- consistently followed traffic rules and regulations.
- Increased productivity by assisting in loading/unloading vehicles when necessary, expediting the delivery process.
- Assisted in warehouse operations when needed, contributing to overall team efficiency and productivity goals attainment.
Truck Driver
Lazzas Tilt Tray & Hire
03.2003 - 04.2005
- Improved on-time delivery rates by effectively planning and executing efficient driving routes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Education
Lynwood Senior High School
Parkwood, WASkills
- Route Management
- Document Management
- Load security
- Transportation safety
- Dependable and reliable
- Heavy haul expert
- Long-haul driving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
Certification
- MC class Western Australian license
- Main Roads Heavy Vehicle Accreditation
- Forklift operation ticket
- Western Australian Firearms licence
References
References can be provided on request
Timeline
Truck Driver
Indy Transport PTY LTD
05.2010 - Current
B Double Driver South West
S & S Neaves /Subcontracting To StarTrack
03.2005 - 04.2010
Truck Driver
Lazzas Tilt Tray & Hire
03.2003 - 04.2005
Lynwood Senior High School
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