Phinias Musonda
Ndola,Zambia
Summary
Experienced and Seasoned Truck Driver with a background in long-haul transport, logistics and safety compliance. Possess strong navigational skills, knowledge of vehicle maintenance and an impeccable driving record. Demonstrated ability to plan efficient routes while prioritizing safe delivery of goods. Previous role involved successfully reducing delivery times through strategic planning and time management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Diver
Suncrest Engineering Limited
Mamba , ZM
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
Area Sales Manager
Zambeef products plc
Ndola
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Developed pricing policies and negotiated contracts with customers.
- Implemented innovative approaches for increasing brand awareness among target audience.
- Established and maintained strong, long-lasting customer relationships by addressing needs and concerns.
- Led, coached and developed employees to achieve sales goals.
- Reviewed competitor's activities and devised measures to stay ahead in the market competition.
- Established strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers for obtaining quality products at competitive prices.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
Education
Dangerous Good Certification
ENAC DRIVER TRAINING AND TRANSPORT CONSULTANT LTD
Ndola 03-2022
School Certificate
Bwacha High School Board
Kabwe 12-2009
Skills
- Document Management
- Load security
- Materials Transport
- Route Management
- Transportation safety
- Delivery Scheduling
- Cargo Handling
- Safe Driving
- Defensive driver training
- Vehicle inspections
- Strong Work Ethic
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Accurate record keeping
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Route Planning
- Customer-Oriented
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Dependable and reliable
- Commercial driving
- Delivery scheduling
- Vehicle inspection
- Time management
- Traffic law knowledge
Languages
English
Elementary
A2
Bemba
Intermediate
B1
Tonga
Intermediate
B1
Hobbies
- Reading books
- Making friends
- Watching movies
Timeline
Truck Diver
Suncrest Engineering Limited
01.2019 - 12.2023
Area Sales Manager
Zambeef products plc
01.2014 - 12.2018
Dangerous Good Certification
ENAC DRIVER TRAINING AND TRANSPORT CONSULTANT LTD
School Certificate
Bwacha High School Board