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Riley Bass

Cooktown,Australia

Summary

Hi my name is Riley bass I'm 24 years old I have grown up around trucks and heavy machinery and i have had my mc truck licence for 2 years In this Time I have driven water carts, triples and B doubles I’ve done road train work in side tippers and done my triple experience moving a road crew camp all over the cape as a part of the road crew season. I have also done 7 months operating a loader and operated a few of the other machines though DNR freight by loading them on and off trucks.

know the ins and outs of the industry

I may have only had my truck license for 2 years, but my father is in the transport industry so I’ve been in at the transport industry my whole life been able to drive a truck since I was 12 driving truck round yard hooking up and unhooking of trailers and I know the ins and outs of the industry. Also have my white card

i also has my tickets for

  • excavator
  • wheeled loader
  • tracked dozer
  • roller
  • Backhoe
  • articulated haul truck

I got these tickets through a course that the local quarry in Cooktown was doing

I also have experience in

  • loading and unloading of trailers
  • strapping and securing loads to trailers

I also

  • Get long with others and don't get frustrated easily
  • i also work well with others
  • keen to learn new thing
  • will give anything you go
  • will all ways maintain a safe work environment
  • always maintain a tidy work are

Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Road Train Driver

Up north enterprises
Cooktown, Qld
12.2023 - Current
  • Moving dirt for the pit to the road so we could make a rill for the grader crew
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks such as oil levels, brakes, windows and doors.
  • Reported any irregularities or discrepancies encountered during trips to supervisors.
  • Inspected brakes periodically for wear and tear or damage during long distance trips.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
  • Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
  • Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.

Truck Driver

Jensen Harvesting
Sherbourne, Queensland
06.2022 - Current
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.

Delivery Driver

Dnr freight
Cooktown, Qld
01.2018 - 11.2021
  • Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Obeyed traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
  • Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
  • Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
  • Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.

Loader Operator

Dnr freight
Cooktown, Qld
06.2017 - 12.2017
  • Maintained machines by refueling, lubricating and completing minor repairs.
  • Operated the loader for 7 months as a part of a logging contract moving timber, loading timber and building and maintaining roads

Water Cart Driver

G&M civil construction
Cooktown , Qld
  • Watering the road for the Fraser crew and the road trains
  • Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
  • Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
  • Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.
  • Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cooktown State School
Cooktown
11.2017

Skills

  • Route Management
  • Cargo Handling
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Planning Ability
  • Dependable and Reliable

Timeline

Road Train Driver

Up north enterprises
12.2023 - Current

Truck Driver

Jensen Harvesting
06.2022 - Current

Delivery Driver

Dnr freight
01.2018 - 11.2021

Loader Operator

Dnr freight
06.2017 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Cooktown State School

Water Cart Driver

G&M civil construction
Riley Bass