MITCHELL FORD
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Detail-oriented spray painter and panel beater with a strong background in automotive finishing and repair. Committed to delivering high-quality results efficiently while ensuring customer satisfaction. Seeking to leverage skills in a dynamic work environment that values craftsmanship and precision.
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in automotive repair and management roles, including as a Bumper Repair Technician and Manager of a smash repair shop. Proven skills in welding techniques, automotive refinishing, and panel beating, supported by Certificates in Automotive Refinishing and Panel Beating. A seasoned Truck Driver and Owner Operator with high-level driving skills and safety training. Strong leadership abilities complemented by a solid mechanical aptitude and expertise in plastic and fibreglass repair, industrial and automotive spray painting. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and quality workmanship.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Panel beater
Botany smash repairs
07.2026 - Current
- Repaired vehicle body parts using specialized tools and techniques.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to assess repair needs and costs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
Panel beater/ plastic repairs
Ama collision / drive group
Arundel , Qld
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Insurance work for a major repair shop. Executed plastic repairs on damaged vehicle components.,Conducted small panel repairs to fix minor body damage. , strip and fit completed jobs
- Diagnosed vehicle damage using advanced repair techniques and industry-standard tools.
- Executed body repairs on various vehicle models, ensuring quality and precision.
- Coordinated with insurance adjusters to assess repair costs and processes.
MANAGER SMASH REPAIR SHOP
Gatton smash repairs
Gatton, Qld
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Head spray painter and operations manager.with 4 staff. Managed high-traffic shop. truck and trailer painting,small machinery , car resprays .
- Managed daily operations of a busy auto repair facility.
- Supervised staff to ensure quality and timeliness of repairs.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
Panel beater /Paint Prepper
Gemini smash repairs
Molendinar , Qld
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Inspected vehicles for damage and assessed repair needs to determine necessary repairs.
- Completed various vehicle repairs, both minor and major, ensuring functionality and safety.
- Adjusted vehicle panels to ensure proper fit and alignment for aesthetic and functional purposes.
- Set up vehicles for painting by cleaning surfaces and applying primer as necessary.
DRIVER TRAINER
Bulk fuel Australia
, Australia
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Driver trainer for fuel logistics across Australia
TRUCK DRIVER
Mintankers
Brisbane
03.2017 - 07.2021
- Fuel tanker driver in Brisbane
TRUCK DRIVER OWNER OPERATOR
Origin energy
Gold coast
02.2012 - 02.2017
- Owner operator with 4 trucks deliver LPG gas cylinders in Brisbane and gold coast
TRUCK DRIVER OWNER OPERATOR
Energex lpg
Gold coast
10.2009 - 01.2012
- Contract work delivering LPG gas cylinders around gold coast area
APPRENTICE SPRAY PAINTER
Yellow cabs
Brisbane
03.2004 - 09.2009
- Assisted in preparing surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming. Mixed and matched paint colors to achieve desired results. Operated spray painting equipment with precision and care. Applied various coatings uniformly while adhering to safety protocols. Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure efficiency. Application of decals. Completed certificate III in automotive refinishing
APPRENTICE PANEL BEATER
Bf Jenkinson smash repairs
Brisbane
01.2001 - 03.2004
- Assisted skilled panel beaters in repairing and shaping vehicle bodywork, including removing dents, scratches, and rust. Learned to use various tools and techniques for metalwork and painting. Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring adherence to safety regulations and quality standards. Completed certificate III in automotive panel smash repairs
Education
Certificate III -
Automotive Smash Repairs
Certificate III -
Automotive Refinishing
Skills
- Open motorcycle license
- Open Muth combination license
- High level driving skills
- Mechanically minded
- Dangerous goods
- Fire safety
- Safety training
- Management skills
- Plastic and fibreglass repair
- Industrial spray painting
- Automotive spray painting
- Detailing
- Panel beating
- Tig welding
- Stick welding
- Oxy welding
- Mig welding
Languages
English
Personal Information
English
Timeline
Panel beater
Botany smash repairs
07.2026 - Current
Panel beater/ plastic repairs
Ama collision / drive group
09.2025 - 07.2026
MANAGER SMASH REPAIR SHOP
Gatton smash repairs
01.2024 - 08.2025
Panel beater /Paint Prepper
Gemini smash repairs
01.2023 - 12.2024
DRIVER TRAINER
Bulk fuel Australia
07.2021 - 12.2022
TRUCK DRIVER
Mintankers
03.2017 - 07.2021
TRUCK DRIVER OWNER OPERATOR
Origin energy
02.2012 - 02.2017
TRUCK DRIVER OWNER OPERATOR
Energex lpg
10.2009 - 01.2012
APPRENTICE SPRAY PAINTER
Yellow cabs
03.2004 - 09.2009
APPRENTICE PANEL BEATER
Bf Jenkinson smash repairs
01.2001 - 03.2004
Certificate III -
Automotive Smash Repairs
Certificate III -
Automotive Refinishing