Sipho Ernest Msimango
Driver
Johannesburh
Summary
Safety-focused individual possessing outstanding driving record. Proactive, reliable and dedicated to cost-effective transportation of goods and materials. Excellent record of punctuality and work ethic.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Cantico
Johannesburg
02.2015 - 06.2021
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Loaded and secured items in vehicle to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Verified daily materials against shipping instructions before dropping off materials to the working sites.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Delivered employees and materials to job sites daily.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Worked well under pressure to meat deadlines.
- Worked overtime hours and weekends as and when needed.
- Always adhere to the speed limits as set by Traffic Enforcement.
General Labor Worker
Cantico
Johannesburg
02.2015 - 12.2020
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and working sites.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools.
- Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Adhered to company policies, safety procedures and performance standards.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Personal Driver
Santaco
Pretoria
04.2006 - 06.2010
- Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Performed minor repairs such as replacing lamps and fuses.
- Engaged in polite conversation when appropriate to encourage passenger comfort.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Utilized various computer devices and systems for more competent navigation.
- Protected well-being of passenger by adjusting appropriately to changing environmental conditions like harsh weather and traffic.
- Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles safely and securely stowed baggage to minimize damage risk.
- Retrieved wheelchairs and other mobility aids for passenger convenience and safety.
- Protected riders with good driving habits, emergency and discrete handling of special circumstances.
- Adhered to tight schedule and met departure and arrival deadlines.
- Maintained impeccable records of daily drives, vehicle maintenance and notable incidents.
- Escorted small children across roads and highways.
- Assisted elderly and disabled passengers entering and exiting shuttle.
- Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers.
- Maintained excellent condition of vehicles through re-fueling, cleaning and repairing.
- Observed city, street and highway driving regulations and took necessary driving precautions when transporting customers.
- Helped passengers with luggage, collected fares and politely answered questions.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to stay on top of pickups and dropoffs and adapted quickly to changing assignments.
- Checked condition of vehicle's tires, brakes and safety equipment to maintain systems in working order.
- Planned routes based on knowledge of local areas, GPS information and customer preferences.
- Read maps and followed written and verbal geographic directions.
Education
Mncube Senior Secondary School
South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Excellent driving skills
Reliable and trustworthy
Knowledge about routes and geography
Able to work under pressure and handle stress
Time management and meeting of deadlines
Effective verbal and listening communication
Ability to understand and follow oral and written communication
Client service and public interaction
Exercise safety and delivery on time
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Driver
Cantico
02.2015 - 06.2021
General Labor Worker
Cantico
02.2015 - 12.2020
Personal Driver
Santaco
04.2006 - 06.2010
Mncube Senior Secondary School
04.2001 -