Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Personal Information
Certification
Swimming, Soccer, Outdoor Travelling
Languages
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TruckDriver

Nicklas Moyo

Ziar Nad Hronom

Summary

I have twenty-one years of experience in the transportation industry. I was transporting dry cargo, collection and delivery of parcels, transporting live goods with a fuel tanker (Dangerous Goods) and also hauling copper in the mine with road trains (fifty-six-wheeled four-bin tipper trailers. I was employed by Unitrans Africa for the past nineteen years and then joined Transport Holdings for ten months before I left for Europe. Currently, I'm employed by Kim Johaneson in Slovakia as a Truck Driver. For the past seventeen years, I was transporting with fuel tankers for different oil companies, training and coaching Bulk Vehicle Operators (Drivers) on product handling and transportation safety aspect. In the year, I was promoted to Driver Trainer position.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truck Driver

Kim Johaneson
03.2024 - Current

Driver Trainer

Transport Holdings Botswana
05.2023 - 02.2024

Fuel Tanker/ Heavy Duty Driver/ Driver Trainer

Unitrans Africa
04.2003 - 02.2022
  • Presenting training courses/modules to BVO’S, Doing Risk Route Assessments, Updating of BVO’S training certificates/medical certificates, Assessing of recruitment of new BVO’S, Conducting verbal interviews to new BVOs, Assessing summative and formative books for learners, Total Patrom Training on BVOs, Training 16 Vivo Modules (Shell), Driving Road Trains in the Mine, Moderator

Truck Driver

Kim Johansen
03.2024 - Current
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Improved on-time delivery rates by effectively planning and executing efficient driving routes.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
  • Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.

Education

Instructors Certificate Vocational Training & Education Certificate of Full Registration as a Trainer -

Department of Transport Gaborone Botswana
01.2011

Jameson High School
01.1983

Skills

  • Driving rigid and drawbar trucks [actors, Mercedes Benz 2638, MAN, and Scania which requires more skills in reversing, connecting and product transfer Driving Road train trucks in the mine
  • Training new bulk vehicle operators (drivers) on the use and handling of a rigid and drawbar truck tractors
  • Defensive driving techniques
  • Understanding all the different product delivery meters in all the equipment within the company Scoring of monthly data foes
  • Heading safety talks during safety meetings Customer handling
  • Cross-border document handling that’s clearing where need araise Driving road trains and training newly recruited BVOs (drivers)
  • Being the front liner in meetings with ENGEN, TOTAL, CHEVRON/Astron, PPC, Shell VIVO and mine training newly recruited BVOs about product handling
  • During my tenure as a Bulk Vehicle Operator I made a point that zero tolerance on spillages, contaminations, incidents and accidents

Accomplishments

In my home country Botswana, i will say i have trained more than 1000 Bulk Vehicle Operators in Defensive Driving Skills, Product Handling which includes the equipment, Handling of Dangerous Goods.

Personal Information

ID Number: 824 613024

Certification

Facilitation Skills

Assessor

Moderator

National Certificate In Driver Trainer Instructor- All Classes

Defensive Driving

National Foundation Certificate In Driving Light Vehicles-Class B

National Certificate In Driving Heavy Combination Motor Vehicles-Class EC1,EC

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment-HIRA

Defensive & Economical Driver Training

Swimming, Soccer, Outdoor Travelling

I like swimming as part of exercise to keep me fit. I used to play soccer back then at school and now im just a fanatic of watching football. I like travelling the world over to interact with different cultures and sharing culture dynamics.

Languages

English
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Truck Driver

Kim Johansen
03.2024 - Current

Truck Driver

Kim Johaneson
03.2024 - Current

Driver Trainer

Transport Holdings Botswana
05.2023 - 02.2024

Fuel Tanker/ Heavy Duty Driver/ Driver Trainer

Unitrans Africa
04.2003 - 02.2022

Instructors Certificate Vocational Training & Education Certificate of Full Registration as a Trainer -

Department of Transport Gaborone Botswana

Jameson High School
Nicklas Moyo