Damien 0 Leary
Cork,County Cork
Summary
Reliable professional with vast experience in operating passenger trains or freight trains. Quick in detecting and responding to emergency situations. Constantly monitors train speed to practise safety measures. Experienced Train Driver with an extensive background performing advanced duties with unwavering enthusiasm. Utilises superior time management and skills to ensure smooth train operations and passenger satisfaction. Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion. Alert individual with proven success facilitating smooth logistical operations in line with set schedule. Excellent observational, reporting and communication skills. Responsible individual pays attention to detail and works well under pressure.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work history
Train driver
Irish Rail
Cork, County Cork
05.2000 - Current
- Adhered to relevant safety, operational and communication regulations.
- Maintained concentration and tolerated seated position for extended periods of time.
- Maintained focus and situational awareness of conditions on train networks to guarantee smooth train operations.
- Reacted to signals and observed indicator gauges to adapt to constantly changing driving conditions.
- Provided updates, notices and announcements to passengers using tannoy system.
- Remained calm and followed procedure in stressful situations.
- Kept trains running to schedule to prevent service disruption or delays.
- Provided clear updates of delays and route changes to passengers and on-board staff.
- Absorbed and retained knowledge of rules, regulations and operating notices for maintaining smooth train operations.
- Responded quickly to updates throughout shift to guarantee safe operations and scheduling of trains.
- Monitored and moderated train speed to guarantee safe travel.
- Observed signals applicable to train movements and reported irregularities to signalmen.
- Followed strict timetables to operate trains from stations and depots to specified destinations.
- Minimised delays to travelling passengers by promptly reporting defects to engineers.
- Remained alert to identify and react to track hazards, preventing accidents and collisions.
- Responded to service faults and failures by reporting to control room.
- Assisted passengers with luggage and provided friendly service to achieve customer satisfaction.
- Communicated with train crews and traffic controllers using established communication systems.
- Exchanged information with other drivers, station guards and security officers to maintain cohesive services.
- Performed pre-trip train inspections before departure to safeguard passenger and staff wellbeing.
Warehouse forklift driver
Rapid Metal Devolopements
Cork, County Cork
05.1995 - 05.2000
- Kept surrounding areas clean and free from obstructions and spills to minimise accidents.
- Stacked pallets safely within agreed height and weight parameters.
- Unloaded pallets and materials safely for onward processing.
- Readied shipments with correct labelling and delivery instructions.
- Loaded and unloaded [Type] deliveries using forklift truck.
- Drove forklift trucks responsibly, upholding staff and environment safety.
- Maintained health and safety and housekeeping standards within warehouse environment.
Trainee manager
Super Value Supermarket
Cork, County Cork
01.1992 - 05.1995
- Assisted with day-to-day operations and completed assigned management tasks.
- Worked closely with mentors to enhance leadership and managerial skills.
- Liaised with managers, supervisors and other senior staff, communicating clearly and concisely.
- Gained skills, knowledge and experience working across various departments including production, marketing and operations.
Education
Leaving Certificate -
09/1995 - 05/1997
- Second Level Education
Skills
- Two-way radio operation
- Critical incident reporting
- Train shunting
- Depot communications
- Train management techniques
- Route knowledge
- Emergency procedures
- Strict schedule coordination
- Public announcement system operation
Timeline
Train driver - Irish Rail
05.2000 - Current
Warehouse forklift driver - Rapid Metal Devolopements
05.1995 - 05.2000
Trainee manager - Super Value Supermarket
01.1992 - 05.1995
Department of Education Ireland - Leaving Certificate,
09/1995 - 05/1997
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