Hi, I’m
LAWRENCE NYAKAIRU
Truck driver
KAMPALA,Fort Portal
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Uganda Clays LtdKAMPALA, Uganda
Truck Driver
04.2019 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Multiple Industries ltdKampala, Uganda
Warehouse Supervisor
02.2016 - 11.2018
Job overview
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Revised and developed procedures to reduce risk and achieve compliance.
- Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Performed troubleshooting to resolve issues with equipment, devices and products.
- Managed merchandise inventory transactions.
- Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Started up and shut down processing equipment.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Developed comprehensive staff training program to improve employee performance and morale.
- Developed safety programs to protect workers and reduce injuries.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
Timeline
Truck Driver
Uganda Clays Ltd
04.2019 - 09.2023
Warehouse Supervisor
Multiple Industries ltd
02.2016 - 11.2018