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Robert Duffield

Summary

Professional truck driver for over thirty years, in a wide array of combinations and duties.

I am a non smoker a reliable and diligent worker, capable of working individually, unsupervised, or in a team environment.

During my career, I have also experienced the complexities and challenges of a owner operator and also in operations for a period of time.

I am conversant in most modes of transport including, bulk freight, tankers, haul trucks, rear tipper, side tipper in both single and multi combinations.

I have to this date I have not had a single insurance claim against me or any workcover claim.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Cleanaway
08.2016 - 12.2023
  • Supported company reputation with professional conduct and appearance while representing the organization in public spaces during collections.
  • Strengthened client relationships with courteous interactions and addressing concerns promptly during commercial pickups.
  • Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient scheduling of pickups, leading to reduced idle time for trucks.
  • Reported route delays or interruptions to supervisors and dispatchers.
  • Adhered to local, state and federal regulations pertaining to refuse and recyclable collection.
  • Notified supervisor of incidents injuries or property damage, awaiting direction, and avoiding taking action or making statements without company authorization.
  • Increased productivity by completing assigned routes within specified timeframes despite weather or road conditions challenges.
  • Observed other vehicles and pedestrians around collection truck to keep safe distance.

Rear Dump Truck

Bechtel
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Demonstrated a strong commitment to safety by participating in ongoing training courses and staying up-to-date on industry regulations.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.
  • Mitigated potential hazards at job sites by consistently following standard operating procedures for loading, unloading, and securing materials within the dump bed area.

Rear Dump Truck Driver

Anglo American/ Workpac
06.2012 - 04.2014
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on dump truck equipment.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.
  • Mitigated potential hazards at job sites by consistently following standard operating procedures for loading, unloading, and securing materials within the dump bed area.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Reduced maintenance costs by performing routine upkeep on dump truck equipment and promptly reporting any necessary repairs.

Skills

  • MC Licence
  • BFM
  • S11
  • SSE signed competencies
  • Coal mine experience
  • Triple road train experience
  • Construction white card

Timeline

Truck Driver

Cleanaway
08.2016 - 12.2023

Rear Dump Truck

Bechtel
08.2014 - 06.2016

Rear Dump Truck Driver

Anglo American/ Workpac
06.2012 - 04.2014
Robert Duffield