Damien Thompson
Warwick,QLD
Summary
To seek and maintain a part-time or casual psoition that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Dedicated Industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Labourer
Self Employed Services
Warwick, QLD
03.2024 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Industrial Painter
Finneys Protective Coatings
Toowoomba, Qld.
01.2022 - Current
Automotive Spray Painter
Wilsons Panel Works
Toowoomba, QLD
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Hammered out minor body dents and dimples using bumping hammer
- Used Equipment to spray specified amounts of finish, primer and protective and decorative coatings onto vehicle surfaces
- Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans
- Maintained optimal stock levels of inventory to guarantee timely availability of products.
Farming Assistant
Westmar, Qld.
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Watered plants during growing seasons and closely monitored crops for growth progress or issues
- Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor
- Used grease guns and oil cans to lubricate and adjust farm equipment
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
Automotive Paniter/panel Beating
Wilsons Panel Works
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Automotive Painter
Col Wilkie Body Repairs
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators
- Used Equipment to spray specified amounts of finish, primer and protective and decorative coatings onto vehicle surfaces
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment
- Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans.
Retail/customer Service
Surf Vision
Toowoomba, QLD
08.2010 - 12.2012
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices in retail customer service delivery.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in increased client retention and positive feedback.
- Established positive working relationships with customers through clear communication and excellent service.
- Contributed to increased meal plan sales through exceptional customer service and promoting available options.
Education
Tafe Qld
Toowoomba, QLDSkills
- Safety Protocols
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Apprentice Supervision
- Hazardous Materials
- Social Perceptiveness
- Materials Storage
- Active Listening
- Painting Prep
- Power Saws
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Basic Tools
- Hand and Power Tools
- Customer Satisfaction
- Process Control
- Reading Comprehension
- Expense Reduction
- Equipment Functionality
- Paint Matching
- Stock Replenishment
- Safety Meetings
- Service Documentation
- Quality Procedures
- Rust Removal
- Auto Body Repair
- Customer Preferences
- Daily Status Reports
- Production Processes
- Damage Tolerance
- Heavy Labor
- Automotive Painting
- Accurate Measurements
- Customer service
- Hospality
- Retail
- Communication
- Reliable
- Honest/punctual and trust worthy
Timeline
Labourer
Self Employed Services
03.2024 - Current
Automotive Spray Painter
Wilsons Panel Works
04.2022 - 10.2022
Industrial Painter
Finneys Protective Coatings
01.2022 - Current
Farming Assistant
08.2021 - 04.2022
Automotive Paniter/panel Beating
Wilsons Panel Works
01.2021 - 08.2021
Automotive Painter
Col Wilkie Body Repairs
01.2020 - 12.2020
Retail/customer Service
Surf Vision
08.2010 - 12.2012
Tafe Qld