Joss David Howatson
Address: 5 Blanchard Road, Tadpole Garden Village, Swindon, SN252UW
Mobile: 07793 014669 DOB:11/11/94 Email: josshowatson1234@gmail.com
Personal Statement
I pride myself in being hard working and committed to my employer. As well as being good at practical
work I can complete administration and am confident in communicating with both colleagues and
customers. I am approachable and enjoy working with and meeting new people and helping less
experienced or less able colleagues. My time with the British Army improved my understanding of the
benefits of supporting everyone to succeed to achieve high standards and meet deadlines. I am
comfortable with using my initiative and common sense to complete tasks and avoid delays.
Having worked in various roles and challenging environments with the army, I have become very
flexible, can adapt to new situations and jobs easily and am a quick learner.
Vocational Qualifications and Licences
• Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence
• Vehicle Licences: AM, A, B1, B, C1, C, BE, C1E, CE
• Specialist Vehicle Licences: ADR (Dangerous goods) Including Tanks (2,3,6.1,6.2,8) Other
Than Tanks (1,2,3,6.1,6.2,8)
• Full CPC (Driver Qualification Card)
• Driver Digital Taco Card
Key Skills
• Excellent timekeeping and sickness record
• Will cover for colleagues at short notice
• Safe driver
• Practical
• Heavy lifting using safe lifting techniques
• Customer service with a friendly and helpful manner
Employment History
General Agency Work
February 2022- Current date
• Class 1 driving
• Time management
• Handling and unloading goods
The AA
July 2018 – February 2022
• Recovery Operator
• Long distance Driving
• Customer service
• Time management
• Dynamic risk assessment
• Class 1 + Class 2

Joss David Howatson

24/7 Rescue And Recovery- Recovery Driver

Feb 2017 – June 2018

• Recovering light vehicles

• Recovering heavy vehicles (Class 1, Class 2)

• Diagnosing light vehicle faults23rd

• Carrying out light vehicle roadside rectification

• RTC (Road Traffic Collision)

• Long distance recovery

British Army – RLC Driver

Feb 2016 – Jan 2017

• Servicing vehicles

• Driving vehicles

• General soldiering

• Living and working with people of all ages, abilities and ranks

• Taking orders from various levels of authority

• Supporting and approachable team member

McDonalds – Crew Member (while waiting to join the Army)

Sep 2015 – Jan 2016

• Serving customers in a fast paced environment

• Remained calm and professional under pressure

• Working in a kitchen following strict hygiene, health and safety policies

• Cleaning

Agency – Rail Track Labourer

2014 – Sep 2015

• Working within teams of between 10 and 20

• Working day and night shifts

• Working away from home

• Digging drainage

• General labouring

• Met critical deadlines due to train activity

• Following critical health and safety procedures to protect myself and my colleagues

Graigwen Service Station – Apprentice Light Vehicle Technician

2011 – 2014

• Servicing vehicles

• Assisting with MOTs

• Vehicle fault diagnostic and rectification

• Assisting colleagues to complete jobs on time

• Working with people of various ages, abilities and backgrounds

Hobbies & Interests

In my spare time I keep fit cycling, mounting climbing and walking. I enjoy travelling and make sure I spend quality time with my family and friends.

References are available on request