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Skills
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Collen Chitiyo

Collen Chitiyo

Harara

Summary

Results-driven Heavy Haul Truck Driver with extensive experience at Tatebren Intensive Pvt Ltd, known for executing safe and timely deliveries. Demonstrates expertise in vehicle inspection and emergency management while adeptly navigating unexpected challenges. Proven track record of maintaining safety compliance and optimizing routes to enhance operational efficiency. Committed to excellence in long-haul driving and meticulous equipment maintenance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Haul Truck Driver

Tatebren Intensive Pvt Ltd
Harare
04.2023 - Current
  • Operates a tractor-trailer system with flatbed and bulk trailers.
  • Inspects and maintains vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure that vehicles remain in proper working condition.
  • Perform pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
  • Conducts vehicle inspections before and after every trip, and performs minor repairs to keep the truck functional.
  • Maintains accurate logbooks detailing vehicle mileage, hours worked, cargo information, rest breaks, fuel purchases, and coordinates customs clearance.

Heavy Truck Driver

Shellwave Investments Pvt Ltd
Chinhoyi
02.2019 - 04.2023
  • Operated a tractor-trailer system with flatbed and bulk trailers.
  • Collaborated with dock workers, warehouse personnel while loading, unloading freight from truck trailers.
  • Assisted other drivers when needed during emergencies or breakdowns.
  • Managed on-time, under-budget tow truck service execution across Mashonaland West, while partnering with local authorities and the World Food Program.
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm professionalism.

Truck Driver

Premium Delight Pvt Ltd
Harare
03.2014 - 11.2017
  • Operated a 15-ton refrigerated, rigid truck.
  • Ensured safe delivery of frozen and refrigerated goods.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes, and convey delays.

Education

Nemakonde High School
Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Load securing
  • Route planning
  • Emergency management
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Long-haul driving
  • Refrigerated trailers operation

Affiliations

  • Snooker Player
  • Enjoys reading
  • Cycles regularly

Languages

English
Full Professional
Shona
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Knowledgeable in manual and auto gearboxes.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions including heavy rains to complete deliveries on schedule.
  • Worked in the garage as a mechanic assistant.

Certification

  • Holds a Code BE and CE Driver's license.
  • Defensive driving certificate

Timeline

Heavy Haul Truck Driver

Tatebren Intensive Pvt Ltd
04.2023 - Current

Heavy Truck Driver

Shellwave Investments Pvt Ltd
02.2019 - 04.2023

Truck Driver

Premium Delight Pvt Ltd
03.2014 - 11.2017

Nemakonde High School

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