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Zeyaad Sulaiman

Zeyaad Sulaiman

Malmesbury

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Duty Truck Driver

Imperial Logistics Fast N Fresh
Capetown
07.2022 - Current
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Heavy Truck Driver

Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions
Malmesbury
04.2020 - 03.2022
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
  • Conducted safety inspections on truck and equipment to verify proper operation.
  • Used ropes, blocks, chains, binders and covers to secure cargo for transport.

Long-Distance Driver

Pindulo Vdm Group
Saldana
01.2015 - 12.2020
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • 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.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.

Long Haul Truck Driver

Master Cargo
Capetown
06.2011 - 01.2015
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.

Education

Diesel Mechanics

Springfield College
Durban Za

Diesel Mechanics

Sastri College
Durban ZA
1998

Skills

  • HGV Operation
  • Driver Education
  • Driver Coordination
  • Responsible Driver
  • Safe Driver
  • Driver Training
  • Licensed Driver
  • Class-A Driver
  • Class-C Driver
  • Defensive Driver Training
  • Refrigerated Trailers Operation
  • Tractor Trailer Driving
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Double and Triple Trailers
  • Dry Vans
  • Heavy Haul Expertise
  • Operating Hydraulics
  • Team Goals
  • Trip Planning
  • Regional Trucking
  • Dangerous Goods Transportation
  • Blocks and Tackle
  • Document Verification
  • Flatbed Truck Expertise
  • Daily Vehicle Inspections
  • Traffic Observations

Certification

  • Certified longdistance , master cargo - 2015
  • Dangerous good Training - pindulo vdm

Timeline

Heavy Duty Truck Driver

Imperial Logistics Fast N Fresh
07.2022 - Current

Heavy Truck Driver

Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions
04.2020 - 03.2022

Long-Distance Driver

Pindulo Vdm Group
01.2015 - 12.2020

Long Haul Truck Driver

Master Cargo
06.2011 - 01.2015

Diesel Mechanics

Springfield College

Diesel Mechanics

Sastri College

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