Leroy Hlalele
Tembisa
Summary
Professional commercial driver with over 8 years of experience in navigation and safety compliance. Dependable Professional Commercial Driver skilled in route planning and cargo management. Delivers goods safely and on time while maintaining vehicle compliance with safety standards. Committed to exceptional customer service and vehicle upkeep, ensuring a positive experience for all stakeholders. Detail-oriented Professional Commercial Driver with expertise in vehicle maintenance and safety inspections. Manages efficient navigation using GPS and local traffic knowledge to optimise delivery routes. Focused on maintaining vehicle integrity and safety compliance, ensuring reliability in all operations. Motivated individual with a strong foundation in customer service and logistical support. Demonstrates effective communication and teamwork skills, contributing to seamless operations. Eager to apply dedication and initiative to enhance organisational success in future roles. Driving professional with comprehensive skills in safe and punctual transportation. Experienced in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and customer service. Demonstrates reliability and strong commitment to road safety and regulatory compliance. Confident Driver with excellent planning and time management skills. Navigates quick routes and completes journeys within set timeframes using excellent road knowledge. Communicates and collaborates well to achieve tasks to instruction. Reliable Driver with strong background in safe and timely deliveries. Proven track record in navigating complex routes and ensuring customer satisfaction. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, road safety, and adherence to transport regulations. Brings punctuality, professionalism, and commitment to high standards in all driving tasks. Reliable Driver with experience in commercial and personal driving. Focused and attentive for dependable, issue-free transportation services. Works flexibly to meet changing demands. Responsible Driver skilled at navigation and providing efficient, on-time deliveries. Possesses comprehensive visual memory and excellent sense of direction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Professional Commercial Driver
(Own employment)
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Monitored weather conditions and sea traffic to make informed navigational decisions, prioritising safety and efficiency.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and made sure they were in excellent condition.
- Collected and delivered goods and materials.
- Maintained vehicle in optimum condition for safety and reliability.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards and report necessary repairs.
- Conducted regular safety inspections by checking oil and breaks.
- Notified management of vehicle safety concerns and issues.
- Loaded vehicle, properly securing items to prevent load shifting and damage during transportation.
- Washed and cleaned vehicle exterior weekly, keeping vehicle presentable and clean.
- Planned best, safest and most efficient routes for journeys using navigational systems and maps.
- Remained calm during rush hour and other stressful driving situations.
- Stayed vigilant and within safe driving practices when operating vehicles.
- Secured passenger belongings for safe transport.
- Drove cautiously in bad weather conditions to maximise safety.
- Kept vehicle interior and exterior spotless by carrying out vehicle deep cleaning, including pressure washing, shining and hoovering.
- Managed efficient route planning for timely deliveries, utilising GPS and local traffic knowledge.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections and performance tests to keep vehicle in safe and operational condition.
- Maintained a clean and tidy vehicle interior to ensure a pleasant journey for all passengers.
- Used safe driving practices at all times when operating vehicles.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Accounting and Financial Computing
IIE Rosebank College
Johannesburg, GP01-2020
NVQ Level 4 - Commercial Studies
Eqinisweni Secondary School
Johannesburg, GP01-2016
Skills
- Navigational expertise
- Loading and unloading cargo
- GPS operating
- Navigation systems proficiency
- Weather monitoring
- Emergency preparedness
- Emergency response procedures
- Incident management
- Safety compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Maintenance scheduling
- Fuel efficiency
- Loading and unloading cargo
- Local area knowledge
- Customer service
- Customer care
- Effective communication
- Verbal communication
- Team working
- Decision making under pressure
- Time-management
- Safety awareness
- Employee engagement
- Communication skills
- Emergency Response
- Engine maintenance
- GPS operating
- Navigation systems
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Xhosa
Intermediate
B1
South Sotho
Proficient
C2
North Sotho
Proficient
C2
SeTswana
Advanced
C1
IsiZulu
Advanced
C1
Certification
- Professional Driver Permit Licence
References
- Theresa Hlalele - +27(73) 708 6760
- Tshediso Hlalele - +27(72) 361 8357
Accomplishments
- Improved my driving reviews by successfully handling customer complaints.
Timeline
Professional Commercial Driver
(Own employment)
01.2025 - 06.2026
Diploma of Higher Education - Accounting and Financial Computing
IIE Rosebank College
NVQ Level 4 - Commercial Studies
Eqinisweni Secondary School