Work History

APRIL 2023-PRESENT       Transport Compliance Manager       POUNDLAND PLC, Harlow

·       Implement and manage Driver CPC courses delivered in the depot

·       Oversee VOR, defect and servicing process for fleet of 180 assets

·       Monitor expiry for Driving licences, DQC and tachograph cards for 180 drivers

·       Review infringements and bringing instruction in the event of repeat offenders.

·       Undertake communications with the Traffic Commissioner’s Office where required.

·       Liaise with VMU and Suppliers to manage all NFPM

·       Update the OCRS, schedules to maintenance contracts and Fleet list

NOV 2021-APRIL 2023     Transport Team Manager (Nights)      POUNDLAND PLC, Harlow

·       Supervising dispatch operation including Chilled multi-drop routes

MAY 2018-OCT 2021        Transport Shift Manager (Nights)     WINCANTON LOGISTICS, Charlton

·       Recruiting and forging new team on shift

·       Developing robust data output for team reviews and performance improvement

·       Reviewing and re-issuing Store Delivery Risk Assessments

·       Undertaking accident and Incident investigations

FEB 2018-MAY 2018        Interim Operations Support Manager (Nights)     KUEHNE-NAGEL DRINKS LOGISTICS, Dagenham

·       Dealing with logistical impact of the “Beast from the East”

·       Introducing processes to enforce servicing schedules

·       Tackling Working restrictions which were impacting productivity

MAR 2017-FEB 2018        Transport Shift Manager (Nights)              BIDVEST LOGISTICS, Hoddesdon

·       Exceeded company objectives with On Time depart and reduced failed deliveries

·       Developed and rolled out new policies for Agency legal compliance

·       Trained, coached and mentored staff to reduce tachograph infringements

·       Strengthened company’s business by leading implementation of Data Protection plan

·       Carried out investigations, disciplinary, probationary and attendance meetings

APR 2013-MAR 2017       Transport Team Manager (Nights)             TESCO DISTRIBUTION, Dagenham

·       Set up infrastructure for Transport department in new Distribution Centre

·       Hired 120 drivers including driving theory proficiency and Right to Work documentation

·       Led team dispatching 260-320 runs in 8 hour shift

·       Worked directly with Warehouse to identify and dispatch lost sales cages

SEP 2008-APR 2013          Transport Team Manager                            TESCO DISTRIBUTION, Harlow

·       Familiarity with analogue and digital tachographs, LLCS, ISOTrak and Tachomaster

·       Delivered strong service levels into London through 2012 Olympic/Paralympic Games

·       Learned different styles for tackling issues across distance and with time constraints

SEP 2004-SEP 2008           Warehouseman/Team Manager                  TESCO DISTRIBUTION, Harlow

·       Learned assembly, de-kit, goods-in and loading processes

·       Options development to Team Manager

·       4 month secondment to Personnel including Note-taking and Flexible Working meetings

·       Led training sessions on Attendance management

SEP 2003-JUL 2004           GTP Teacher                                                  PARMITER’S SCHOOL, Garston, Watford

·       Engagement and interaction with diverse classes, levels and abilities

·       Pioneered A Level Philosophy curriculum with 100% pass rate

·       Teaching, marking and report writing for 250+ pupils (all time-critical)

SEP 1997-MAY 2003        Regional Advisor                                          CMJ, St Albans

·       Presentations to small and large groups

·       Simplification and explanation of complex ideas

·       Producing resources for publication

OCT 1988-JUN 1994         Stockroom Manager                                    WH Smith, North London

·       Facilitated replenishment to maximise sales

·       Set up off-site stockroom for Enfield store and ran as principal key holder

·       Devised and implemented reverse key for locating items returned from store