Tongai Magavhu
Cracow
Summary
Accomplished truck driver with a proven track record at Illogis Transport, recognized for maintaining a spotless driving record and achieving zero accidents. Expert in GPS navigation and route planning, demonstrating strong time management and a commitment to safety. Known for enhancing customer satisfaction through professional interactions and efficient cargo handling.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Illogis Transport
Poznan, Poland
12.2023 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- 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.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- 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.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Improved fuel efficiency, adopting eco-friendly driving practices.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Truck Driver
C & S Transport
Cape Town
02.2018 - 11.2023
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- 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.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Increased efficiency in loading and unloading processes, utilizing proper equipment handling techniques.
- Improved fuel efficiency, adopting eco-friendly driving practices.
Truck Driver
South End Trucking Company
Cape Town
06.2011 - 12.2017
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Improved fuel efficiency, adopting eco-friendly driving practices.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chivona Secondary School
Zimbabwe11-1999
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Long-haul driving
- GPS and route planning
- Basic computer literacy
- Defensive driving techniques
- Hazardous materials handling
- Defensive driver training
- Time management
- Loading and unloading
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Truck Driver
Illogis Transport
12.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
C & S Transport
02.2018 - 11.2023
Truck Driver
South End Trucking Company
06.2011 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Chivona Secondary School