SKELLYBOGS, MAUD, PETERHEAD, AB42 4QY

PHONE 07811 039959• E-MAIL CLARK482@HOTMAIL.CO.UK
JAMES CLARK

I am a reliable, professional individual with a strong work ethic and commitment to safety and high standards. I work confidently both independently and in teams and communicate effectively across all levels from the public to senior management. Category C, C+E. since 2018, CPC card and current digital tachograph card.

EMPLOYMENT

Jan 2021 to present: Heavy Goods Vehicle Driver, Scott Group

Responsible for the collection and delivery of wooden pallets to a wide range of UK customers, consistently representing the company with professionalism and a positive attitude. Ensuring high standards of service while acting as a key point of contact for clients and upholding the company’s values in all interactions.

Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects in line with company procedures, maintaining roadworthiness and safety at all times. Confident in operating curtain side trailers and securing loads safely for transit. Supporting wider site operations when required, demonstrating flexibility, punctuality, and strong teamwork. Fully compliant with C+E licence requirements, CPC training, and Digital Tachograph use.

Apr 2014 to Jan 2021: Arborist, Acorn Environmental Management Group Ltd

Operated a 7.5-tonne truck with chipper trailer, performing daily vehicle checks and fault reporting. Delivered tree maintenance services including felling, lifting, reducing, watering, planting, and climbing, with thorough risk assessments and equipment checks before each task.

Worked independently and in small teams to meet daily quotas and deadlines across public spaces, streets, parks, highways, and residential areas. Maintained courteous interactions with the public and stakeholders. Held additional responsibilities as a qualified first aider and depot Health and Safety Champion

Jan 2012 to Apr 2014:  Utility Arborist Fountains (OCS Group).

Performed daily city and long-distance driving with chipper and trailer, including route planning and vehicle checks. Cleared trees from overhead power lines, completing site risk assessments and managing personal workload with a focus on public and team safety.

Accurately completed job sheets and paperwork and acted as liaison between the company and customers—scheduling work, coordinating access, and ensuring satisfaction with outcomes.

Apr 2006 to Jan 2012: Tree surgeon, Peterborough Tree Services Ltd, Peterborough.

Carried out daily city and long-distance driving with chipper and trailer, including route planning and vehicle checks. Delivered a wide range of tree surgery services—felling, reduction, lifting, dead wooding, coppicing, pollarding, live line work, and planting—with a strong focus on safety for the public, team, and self.

Responded to emergency callouts where trees posed immediate risks, requiring fast, flexible decision-making. The role demanded professionalism under pressure, clear communication with the public, and consistent delivery to tight deadlines.

References available on request