ROWEN TWAWANDA
Brooklyn
Summary
Dedicated and safety-conscious Long Haul Truck Driver with over24 years of experience transporting goods efficiently across states and international routes of the Southern African countries. Proven track record of timely deliveries, vehicle maintenance, and adherence to all traffic and safety regulations. Adept at operating various types of trucks and trailers, knowledge of tarping and braking adjustments, load security, exercising professional customer service, and resolving customer queries. Seeking to leverage my driving expertise to contribute to an esteemed logistics company as a dedicated and reliable team member who is organized and prepared to deliver quality services.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver (Long Distance)
Lieben Logistics
01.2015 - 02.2024
- Loading and unloading goods safely to designated destinations using the stock checklist
- Operating and driving straight or articulated trucks to transport dry goods, cold foods, and materials
- Overseeing the condition of the vehicle and inspecting tires, lights, brakes, cargo weight, stability, and other equipment
- Performing brake adjustments, preventive maintenance, and emergency roadside repairs
- Carrying pre-trips, en route, and post-trip inspection and overseeing all aspects of the vehicle
- Receiving and relaying information to central dispatch
- Recording cargo information, service hours, distance traveled, and fuel consumption
- Tarping and ensuring the safety and security of cargo
- Resolving customer issues professionally addressing customer complaints and concerns
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and company policies and safety procedures
- Optimizing routes based on GPS & traffic reports, reducing fuel costs significantly & improving delivery times
Truck Driver (Long-Haul)
Dibana Logistics
01.2007 - 12.2014
- Delivered perishable goods to customer cold storages, warehouses, and other various locations
- Maintained records, documents, permits, and valid licenses for assigned trucks/equipment
- Responsible for verifying delivered cargo and ensuring cargo safety
- Maintained truck logs, and service hours ensuring vehicle compliance
- Performed daily pre- and post-trip DOT inspections on truck and trailer, checked oil, coolant, tires, connections, and pins
- Carried out emergency roadside repairs such as changing lights, small mechanical problems, and tire chains
- Attending to all other duties assigned by the supervisor
- Trained newly employed Drivers ensuring road safety procedures and standards are followed
Truck Driver (Long Distance)
Eaglemoss Haulage
02.2000 - 12.2006
- Safely operated trucks for long-haul deliveries across multiple regions transporting containers from one harbor to different destinations
- Ensured timely delivery of goods while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations
- Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and readiness
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date logbooks using ELDs
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers and customers regarding delivery schedules and any issues
- Handled loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring proper securing and verification of goods
- Resolved customer queries using professional customer service techniques
- Tarping and ensuring the safety and security of cargo
Education
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Unifreight
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Multi-Commercial College
High School - undefined
Skills
- Route Planning & Navigation
- Vehicle Maintenance & Inspection
- Logistics & Cargo Management
- Documentation & Record Keeping
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Problem Solving & Adaptability
- Tarping and Braking Adjustments
- Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safety procedures
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Organized and professional
- Skilled in vehicle maintenance and inspections
- Excellent Customer Service
- Salesmanship
- Truck Articulation and Maneuvering
- Basic Firefighting knowledge
References
Eaglemoss Haulage
Cosmas, Nyachiya-Managing Director, cosmasnyachiya@gmail.com
+263772345269
Dibana Logistics
Brendan Hiscock -Managing Director
brendan@dibanalogistics.co.za
+27826522212
Lieben Logistics
Aldo Groenewald -Operations Manager
aldogroenewald@gmail.com
+27716899600
TRUCKS AND TRAILERS DRIVEN
- Mercedes Benz, Argos, Freightliner, Eagle, Scania, Volvo (Automatic and Manual Transmissions)
- Flatbed,Lowbed,Containers, Refrigerators, Super links, Interlink, Tri axles, and Side tippers
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Valid Zimbabwean Passport
- Driver's License Code14 with Professional Driver’s Permit (Heavy Vehicles)
- Defensive Driving Certificate
- Zimbabwean Clean Police Clearance
- Medical Certificate
- Eye Test Certificate
Timeline
Truck Driver (Long Distance)
Lieben Logistics
01.2015 - 02.2024
Truck Driver (Long-Haul)
Dibana Logistics
01.2007 - 12.2014
Truck Driver (Long Distance)
Eaglemoss Haulage
02.2000 - 12.2006
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Unifreight
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Multi-Commercial College
High School - undefined
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