Sahil
BRISBANE,QLD
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with extensive experience at Bunnings, excelling in route planning and safety compliance. Proven track record of timely deliveries and effective vehicle maintenance, ensuring optimal performance. Strong interpersonal skills foster positive customer relationships, while meticulous load verification enhances operational efficiency. Committed to upholding the highest standards in transportation safety.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Bunnings
Parkridge , Qld
05.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy vehicles to deliver products to customer locations.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries and vehicle inspections.
- Adhered to safety regulations and company policies while driving.
- Loaded and unloaded goods efficiently at various sites.
- Communicated with dispatch to confirm delivery schedules and changes.
- Conducted routine vehicle maintenance checks before shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely deliveries.
- Assisted customers with loading items into their vehicles as needed.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
Skills
- Vehicle maintenance
- Route planning
- Safety compliance
- Load verification
Affiliations
- Gym
- Volleyball
- Cricket
- Driving
- Travel
Timeline
Truck Driver
Bunnings
05.2025 - Current