Nathan Hodgkinson
Toowoomba
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Experienced Panel beater, with over 30 years of experience, plus more than 10 years Sandblasting & Painting. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Blaster Painter
Global Engineering & Construction
01.2023 - Current
- Performed thorough quality control inspections upon job completion to verify that all work met or exceeded specifications before final sign-off from clients.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of project details, including material usage amounts, hours worked, and progress updates for management review.
- Supported team productivity with effective communication skills, resolving issues quickly to maintain forward momentum on projects.
- Promoted teamwork within the department while providing guidance and training support to less experienced crew members.
Blaster /Painter
Owner/Operator
01.2013 - 10.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Sandblasting of wide range of equipment from large dozers to small parts
- Enhanced workplace safety by meticulously preparing surfaces for painting and blasting operations.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Kept abreast of industry trends and advancements in paint technologies, incorporating new techniques as appropriate for improved results and efficiency.
Panel Shop Manager
Sowerbys Crash Repairs
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Managed approx 40 staff with a turn over of approx 80 vehicles per week.
- Served customers and kept them up to date with progress reports.
Owner/Operator
Self-employed
04.2014 - 12.2019
- Started and grew a small panel & paint business
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by providing a excellent product.
Panel Shop Foreman/Production Manager
Sowerbys Crash Repairs
01.2004 - 03.2014
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
Working Holiday
Recruitment Agency
01.2001 - 12.2003
Panel Beater
Sowerbys Crash Repairs
11.1992 - 11.2001
- Started and finished a panel beating apprenticeship
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Panelbeating
Trade Certificate
01-1996
High School Diploma -
Oakey State High School
Oakey, QLD12.1991
Skills
- Good people skills
- Fast learner
- Attention to detail and quality control
- Honest & Reliable
- Problem Solver
When not working
Enjoy the outdoors
Golf
Family Life
Currently renovating house
Timeline
Blaster Painter
Global Engineering & Construction
01.2023 - Current
Panel Shop Manager
Sowerbys Crash Repairs
01.2019 - 06.2022
Owner/Operator
Self-employed
04.2014 - 12.2019
Blaster /Painter
Owner/Operator
01.2013 - 10.2023
Panel Shop Foreman/Production Manager
Sowerbys Crash Repairs
01.2004 - 03.2014
Working Holiday
Recruitment Agency
01.2001 - 12.2003
Panel Beater
Sowerbys Crash Repairs
11.1992 - 11.2001
Panelbeating
Trade Certificate
High School Diploma -
Oakey State High School
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