Wayne Johnston
Murwillumbah,Australia
Summary
An experienced and dependable, safety-focused heavy vehicle driver with over 25 years of professional driving across metropolitan, regional, and interstate routes.
Proven ability to deliver freight safely while complying with Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and NHVR regulations.
A strong work ethic, a respectful team player, and sound fatigue management practices, with a proven 100% safety record and clean driving record.
A highly motivated employee, with the confidence to take on new challenges.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HC Truck Driver
SCT Logistics
10.2019 - Current
- Operate Kenworth T401 semi-trailers equipped with a Road Ranger gearbox, and Freightliner Cascadia with an AMT gearbox.
- Work 12-hour day and night shifts as part of a rotating roster, maintaining high performance under fatigue-sensitive conditions.
- Conducted daily pre-start checks and performed basic maintenance, enhancing vehicle safety and reliability.
- Transport bagged sugar and other freight safely and securely, ensuring full compliance with load restraint regulations.
- Coordinated with dispatch teams and customers to schedule deliveries and resolve logistical issues, ensuring timely performance.
- Maintain accurate logbooks, and adhere strictly to fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements.
- Demonstrated strong independent work ethic, consistently completing tasks without supervision while upholding safety and operational standards.
Bus Driver (HR) Driver
Kinetic Bus Lines
12.2013 - 09.2019
- Operated public passenger vehicles safely and in compliance with road safety regulations, ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers.
- Performed scheduled route services and charter runs, maintaining strict adherence to timetables and route requirements.
- Safely picked up and set down passengers at designated stops, providing courteous and professional customer service.
- Worked flexibly across both day and night shifts to meet operational needs.
- Accurately handled and reconciled daily cash takings, ensuring accountability and financial accuracy.
- Conducted thorough pre-start inspections and performed basic vehicle maintenance to ensure roadworthiness and minimize service disruptions.
HC Truck Driver
SCT Logistics
06.2008 - 12.2013
- Operated a Kenworth T401 multi-lift semi-trailer equipped with a Road Ranger gearbox, demonstrating proficiency in heavy vehicle handling.
- Safely and responsibly operated multi-lift hook truck system to load and unload sugar cane bins onto the trailer.
- I worked 12-hour day and night shifts as part of a rotating roster, maintaining high performance under fatigue-sensitive conditions.
- Conduct daily pre-start checks, and perform basic maintenance to ensure vehicle safety, reliability, and roadworthiness.
- Maintain accurate logbooks, and adhere strictly to fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements.
- Demonstrated a strong independent work ethic, consistently completing tasks without supervision while maintaining safety and operational standards.
Education
Certificate in Automotive Light Vehicles - Trade
Murwillumbah TAFE
Murwillumbah01.1990
School Certificate -
Murwillumbah High School
Murwillumbah01.1987
Skills
- Operation of heavy vehicles – road ranger and AMT auto
- Truck and dog tipper experience
- Heavy combination hook truck experience
- Forklift operator experience
- Experienced shift worker - 12 hour day/night shifts
- Strong safety focus
- Pre-shift vehicle maintenance and inspections
- Time management
- Fatigue management
- Effective communication
- Team player
- Ability to work independently
Certification
- MC (Multi-Combination) License
- White Card
- Forklift License (LF)
- Doggers and Riggers Tickets
- Mechanical background
- NSW and QLD Bus Driver Authority
- Clean Driving Record
- Police Check and Medical Clearance – Available on request
References
Available on request.
Timeline
HC Truck Driver
SCT Logistics
10.2019 - Current
Bus Driver (HR) Driver
Kinetic Bus Lines
12.2013 - 09.2019
HC Truck Driver
SCT Logistics
06.2008 - 12.2013
Certificate in Automotive Light Vehicles - Trade
Murwillumbah TAFE
School Certificate -
Murwillumbah High School