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David Allen

YARRAWARRAH,NSW

Summary

Extensive vehicle Examination experience, Customer focused and exceptional communication skills.

Team focused, with experience in detection of fraudulent activity and data analysis.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Vehicle Identification Examiner

Transport NSW
08.2005 - Current
  • In this role I was responsible for inspection of vehicles to determine legitimacy of the Identification. I also conducted analysis of registration records to conduct proactive rebirthing investigations
  • A large number of vehicles inspected were written off vehicle applying for registration. This required assessment of damage and repairs to vehicles. i was also required to liaise with insurance companies and Auction companies.
  • The role also required auditing of Authorised Inspection Stations and regulation of Motor Industry.
  • I also have conducted investigations and compiled Briefs of evidence to put present to court for prosecution.
  • I also have experience in conflict negotiating and excellent customer communication skills. i was required to supply at times unfavorable outcomes to clients and show empathy and understanding of there situation
  • In 2011 I conducted Auditing of Insurance companies to determine compliance with new Written off vehicle legislation. This required me to travel to these companies and Dismantlers and review Motor Claims and complete Audit results in written form. This gave me a insight into operations of insurers and claims process.
  • Worked with Police, to supply witness statements and other documentation in preparation for trial.
  • Verified accuracy of registration records to maintain accuracy of records database.

Workshop Controller

Tynan Motors Kirrawee Service Centre
03.2001 - 07.2005
  • I started in this position as lead Technician and transitioned in to Workshop Controller prior to leaving this Position.
  • I was required to manage Workshop ensure Services were conducted in allotted time, problem solve technical issues.
  • Assess repairs required and supply quotes to Service Advisers.
  • Liaise with customers to determine problems and how to resolve issues.
  • Manage warranty claims to ensure recovery of labour from Manufacturers.

Automotive Technician

Allen Automotive
01.1986 - 11.2001
  • I started in this position and served my apprenticeship.
  • As a small business this exposed me to all aspects of business including customer service, repair quoting, all aspects of repairs on a broad range of vehicle.
  • I was a Authorised Inspection Station examiner and conducted inspection to confirm roadworthiness of vehicles.
  • I also ran Marshall Battery 24 hour business that involved stock monitoring, banking and liaising with leasing companies and retail customers.

Bartender

St George Leagues Club
02.1988 - 10.1988
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

Education

Diploma - Government Investigations

ACIIM Solutions
02.2019

Vehicle Structural Awareness Training

ACE Kangan Institute
06.2011

Quality Auditing

SAI Global
05.2011

Management Systems Auditing

SAI Global
05.2011

No Degree - Investigation Methods

Education Design Systems
10.2005

No Degree - Authorised Inspection Station Examiner

TAFE
Kogarah, NSW
05.1997

Certificate 3 - Light Vehicle Trade

TAFE
Gymea, NSW
12.1988

High School Diploma -

St Patrick's College
Sutherland, NSW
11.1985

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Report and Records Review
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Conflict resolution
  • Computer Skills
  • Investigation Techniques
  • Advanced Oral and Written Communication Skills
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Preparing Written Reports
  • Conduct concise Vehicle examinations

Timeline

Vehicle Identification Examiner

Transport NSW
08.2005 - Current

Workshop Controller

Tynan Motors Kirrawee Service Centre
03.2001 - 07.2005

Bartender

St George Leagues Club
02.1988 - 10.1988

Automotive Technician

Allen Automotive
01.1986 - 11.2001

Diploma - Government Investigations

ACIIM Solutions

Vehicle Structural Awareness Training

ACE Kangan Institute

Quality Auditing

SAI Global

Management Systems Auditing

SAI Global

No Degree - Investigation Methods

Education Design Systems

No Degree - Authorised Inspection Station Examiner

TAFE

Certificate 3 - Light Vehicle Trade

TAFE

High School Diploma -

St Patrick's College
David Allen