Derek Nelson
Halifax,NS
Summary
Proven performer with a track record of optimizing delivery processes and enhancing team productivity at Nova Scotia Health Authority. Excelled in safeguarding confidential documents and fostering a supportive work environment. Skilled in package handling and demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities. Achieved significant improvements in delivery efficiency through meticulous route planning and effective communication. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Messenger Porter
Nova Scotia Health Authority
09.1994 - 06.2023
- Contributed to team efforts by providing backup support during peak periods or staff shortages.
- Facilitated smooth pickups from multiple locations within designated timeframes, optimizing route planning.
- Safeguarded confidential documents during transportation, maintaining the highest level of discretion and professionalism at all times.
- Documented details about delivery times, problems and special circumstances.
- Trained new employees on company procedures, fostering a supportive work environment for continued success.
- Delivered and collected [Type] packages on tight schedule.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in schedule or route requirements, maintaining flexibility under pressure.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers to optimize delivery schedules based on current workload and priorities.
- Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management, and peers.
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
Utilty Worker
Victoria General Hospital
05.1979 - 08.1990
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Collected and disposed of trash and debris.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues across various departments.
- Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team by actively participating in ongoing training sessions, workshops, or seminars related to industry developments and best practices.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities, assisting in emergency situations as needed while ensuring regular duties were still completed on time.
Education
No Degree -
Queen Elizabeth High School
Halifax, NSSkills
- Working Independently
- Performance Improvement
- Delivering medical records
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Package handling
- Loading and unloading
- Time Sensitive Deliveries
- Package Delivery and Pick-up
- Attention to confidentiality
- Heavy Lifting
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Messenger Porter
Nova Scotia Health Authority
09.1994 - 06.2023
Utilty Worker
Victoria General Hospital
05.1979 - 08.1990
No Degree -
Queen Elizabeth High School
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