Christopher Wright

• Load and unload equipment and store in correct locations in yard or warehouse.
• Preparation of site (levelling and installation of jacks) to unload and store buildings from trucks in designated areas.
• Clean up construction sites and inventoried, put away, and clean up materials as buildings leave sites as required.
• Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for functionality.
• Repaired yard vehicles and maintained warehouse tools.
• Optimised workflow by proactively managing task prioritisation based on deadlines, workload distribution, and project requirements.
• Improved work efficiency with effective communication and collaboration among team members on various tasks / projects.
• Maintained a clean, safe, and organised work environment by performing daily inspections, addressing hazards promptly, and adhering to established safety procedures.
• Elevated overall productivity with diligent equipment operation while following standard operating procedures for safe usage.

• Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
• Collaborated with insurance adjusters to negotiate fair estimates for customers, ensuring accurate compensation for damages sustained.
• Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
• Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
• Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
• Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
• Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
• Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
• Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
• Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
• Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
• Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
• Utilised collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
• Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
• Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
• Optimised workshop efficiency by keeping tools organised, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
• Reduced waste generation by recycling materials where possible and following environmentally friendly disposal procedures.
• Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
• Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining clean and safe work environment.

Panel Beater / Repairer for large car dealership

• Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
• Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
• Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
• Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
• Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
• Ensured colour accuracy and quality, expertly mixing and applying automotive paints.
• Accelerated repair times without compromising quality, by streamlining paint curing process.

• Foreman
• Utilised collision repair hammers, pulling equipment welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
• Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
• Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
• Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
• General Panel Beating duties as previously listed
• Basic mechanical / electrical repairs where impacted by an automotive body part
• Vehicle inspection and quote for repairs.
• Prioritisation of repairs in order to efficiently keep fleet vehicles operational

• Foreman
• Utilised collision repair hammers, pulling equipment welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
• Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
• Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
• Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
• General Panel Beating duties as previously listed
• Basic mechanical / electrical repairs where impacted by an automotive body part
• Vehicle inspection and quote for repairs.
• Prioritisation of repairs in order to efficiently keep fleet vehicles operational

Commenced working for Associated Smash as an Apprentice

• Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
• Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
• Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
• Utilised collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
• Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
• Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
• Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
• Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
• Optimised workshop efficiency by keeping tools organised, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
• Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
• Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.

Later was promoted to Foreman

• Managed inventory control, ensuring the availability of necessary parts and tools for efficient operations.
• Performed quotations on vehicles p
• Promoted a safe working environment, conducting regular safety training sessions and updating safety protocols.
• Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
• Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
• Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
• Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.