Kyle Brain
Petroleum Operator/Driver – British Army
Ebbw Vale, Gwent, UK
kyle.brain12@hotmail.com
07496587437

A highly motivated and professional person looking for a change of career, after serving 8 years in the British Army. Always consistent in performance with a proactive approach in any situation. Strives to make sure that all work is carried out to a high standard, and is within the rules and regulations set out. Possessing excellent time management and delegation skills.

Work Experience

Petroleum Operator/Driver
British Army
2010 to Present
Building, maintaining and dismantling primary bulk fuel installations (fuel sites) in the role of Lance Corporal in charge of others. I have had various duties whilst in this role where I have gained valuable knowledge around leading small teams and managing difficult tasks. I have been on tour and several training exercises within the UK and overseas, which have given me the opportunity to showcase my skills and enhance my confidence. Experienced in driving 20,000L CST (close support tanker) vehicles, using built in pumping manifolds. I have also been on many exercises and taskings with my driver troop in the UK and overseas with the army trucks driving and maintaining them in all different weather conditions. I have also been employed within my unit as a JCB(MHE) instructor for the past year and have also been operating them for the past 6 years on a daily basis. I have also been a petroleum laboratory technician which involves testing all kinds of fuel including aircraft to ensure the fuel is to the correct and mandatory requirements.

Education

Certificate
City & Guilds

G.C.S.E in Maths & English
City & Guilds

Skills

DOCUMENTATION (6 years), HEALTH AND SAFETY (6 years), INSPECTIONS (6 years), POLLUTION (6 years), POLLUTION CONTROL (6 years), Hazmat, Flatbed, Trucking

Certifications/Licences

Full UK Driving Licence
July 2011 to Present
including Cat C & CE

Additional Information

KEY SKILLS

• Experienced in the handling, storage and transportation of dangerous goods
• A proven ability to work within a stringent Health and Safety environment, including pollution control, pillages, DSEAR and RIDDOR
• Understanding the importance of vehicle checks and carrying out inspections to the load at regular intervals
• Thrives in arduous conditions when working under pressure to meet deadlines
• Sound knowledge of vehicle markings and the documentation associated with transporting dangerous goods
• Holds the capacity to concentrate for long periods of time working alone
• Works well as a team member
• A good understanding of road safety within the UK
• Carrying out dynamic risk assessments during all activities within the workplace
• A good understanding of driving hours