Colorado Technical University

I have edited my C.V. and need your constructive criticism please?

Hgv1 (Adr licenced) Driver Email: holfordstars@yahoo.co.uk With a wealth of experience in driving various vehicles and loads, I am keen to identify a position that will explore my full potential. Seeking an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to an employer who values hard work and commitment. CAREER HISTORY 2011 LGV CLASS 1 DRIVER Newthorn Robinson •Responsible for tramping throughout the UK delivering and collecting goods •Excellent knowledge of the road network systems •Ensuring security of vehicle and load at all times •Maintaining tachograph legislation •Daily maintenance of vehicle •Adhering to road safety laws •Flexible approach to daily work schedule 2010 LGV CLASS 1 DRIVER Sovereign International •Transporting goods nationwide •Performing daily walk round checks of vehicle •Checking load is secure and safe •Following driving regulations •Completing paperwork 2008 – 2010Vocational Studies – See Training and Qualifications 2008 LGV CLASS 1 DRIVER •Undertaking various short term contracts through agencies 2006 – 2008LGV CLASS 1 DRIVER Warren’s Distribution •Delivering and collecting bakery goods around the UK •Driving to various retail distribution centres 2005 – 2006LGV CLASS 1 DRIVER Self Employed •ADR collection and delivery •General haulage 2003 – 2005LGV CLASS 1 DRIVER Various Agencies 2002 – 2003LGV CLASS 1 AND 2 DRIVER T Baden Hardstaff Limited •Delivering materials nationwide •Driving a tipper vehicle •Barrier Work •Driving to various distribution centres •Driving to various government establishments Other job roles include: Security Investigation work in UK and Gibraltar Labouring Removal of Underground fuel piping (Cold Cutting) Warehouse Operative TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS 2009 – Present2nd Year Foundation Degree in Criminal Justice 2010 ADR Hazardous Materials Licence (Renewed continually since 1997) 2009 Occupational Health and Safety at Work 2009 Adult Numeracy Level 2 HGV Instructor Assessment 2001Access Reach Demonstrators Licence O‘ Level’s in English and Mathematics HOBBIES AND INTERESTS Ornithology, Visiting Country Parks, Quality Family Time OTHER INFORMATION 5th October 1965 Full clean driving licence – LGV Class 1 References available on request THANKYOU EVERYONE! I really am grateful for your help; I've done 692 applications for work and have had no job offers at all, I realise there is a problem in this country but feel that with so many agencies offering 'adhoc' work- there must be a company somewhere that needs a regular driver. All your constructive criticism is gratefully accepted.

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1. I would switch your CV around a bit... put your qualifications and certifications at the top of the CV. People who will be reading it take 10 seconds to decide if you are qualified. Put the most significant qualifications at the top with the heading: Qualifications and Certifications, follow that with your work experience. Under each work experience, list 3 qualities that you have brought to the position. This will make your work (employment history) stand out. I would not put date of birth on there or hobbies and interests.. Honestly, from talking to hiring managers, they simply don't care about those things and listing your birth date, could cause them to put your CV at the bottom of the pile particularly if there are younger persons with the same qualifications. I write CV and resumes for a living... for some other free advice, check out the link below... it has interview questions to expect, and some question you can ask during an interview as well as a message from a hiring manager on why so many people are having difficulties getting a position. Best of luck to you.
2. I'd dump the opening introduction, that's what a cover letter is for. If you insist on keeping it, try something like: "Years of experience driving a wide range of vehicles hauling a variety of loads. Eager to work in a position that will put my experience to work and value my contribution." As written, yours is a buzzword bingo winner on any card. Drop the other roles and hobbies. Not relevant. Also, limit it to one page. The training and qualifications is worth keeping but, if you're over space, drop the dates and just list them in a paragraph. Like: "Hazardous materials license, Occupational Health and Safety at Work, Adult Numeracy Level 2,..." You can also drop the oldest work experience or widen the margins to make it fit. Be careful about reducing font size, though. It makes it hard to read. Otherwise, I like it. Good luck and thanks for getting the products I buy to market!