Calvin Hancock

Qualified Bodyshop Technician with over 15 years of experience working in manufacturer and insurance approved accident repair centres. In recent years I've been a Technical sales Representative for two different refinish supply companies, in these roles I managed multiple refinish accounts. I have a C&E HGV licence and for several years I was an owner operator running a 44 tonne articulated vehicle, working in unison with partners in the UK and Europe.

I've had two successful periods working at Royal Mail driving their articulated vehicles.

Bulk Farm Tanker Driver - Arla Foods-Leeds - Leeds

(2026-02)

Collect raw milk from farms in a class 1 liquid tanker, ensuring all relevant paperwork and checks are completed in the correct manner.

Stay at home dad - Self - Wakefield

(2025-04)

Since being made redundant in April 2025, I have been looking after my infant son in a stay at home dad capacity. My son is now in nursery full time and I'm ready to start work immediately.

Technical Sales Representative - Fleet Factors Ltd

(2021-04 - 2025-04)

• Able to manage large territory and numerous refinish accounts
• Communicate sales or training opportunities and customers concerns/ suggestions
• Recommendations for course of action to alleviate these issues and future proof
• Understand and comply with guidelines to ensure a safe and healthy work environment
• Work alongside other departments/ teams to ensure clients needs are met and deliver great customer service
• Maintain records of customer communication and conduct follow up meetings
• Constant product knowledge- always having a working knowledge of new & existing refinish products

Class 1 HGV Driver - Royal Mail/Pertemps-Normanton - Normanton

(2020-09 - 2021-04)

• Complete trunking runs and trailer swaps between RDC's within the Royal Mail network
• Adhere to strict tachograph rules and working time directive at all times
• Carry out vehicle checks and fill out maintenance logs in an accurate manner
• Health and safety rules had to be followed in response to the Covid pandemic

Technical Representative - Morelli Group Ltd

(2019-07 - 2020-05)

• Maintain refinish customer relations and provide training and technical support for a wide range of customers spanning from the Midlands to Northern Scotland
• Update CRM system accurately and constantly
• Keep an up to date knowledge and understanding of the latest refinish products and best practices

Panel & Paint Technician - GEMINI ACCIDENT REPAIR CENTRE-Wakefield - Wakefield

(2019-01 - 2019-07)

Repair and refinish vehicles using approved methods to achieve flawless results in a fast and efficient manner.

Paint Technician - DM Keith Ltd-Leeds - Leeds

(2018-07 - 2018-12)

Repair and refinish VW group vehicles using manufacturer approved methods.

Panel, Paint and Smart Repair Technician - Evans Halshaw Body Centre-Leeds - Leeds

(2016-12 - 2018-08)

Repair and refinish vehicles working under the umbrella of multiple manufacturer approved brands, always achieving high end results.

Class 1 HGV Driver - Royal Mail/Pertemps-Wakefield - Wakefield

(2016-09 - 2016-12)

• Complete trunking runs and trailer swaps between RDC's within the Royal Mail network
• Adhere to strict tachograph rules and working time directive at all times
• Carry out vehicle checks and fill out maintenance logs in an accurate manner

Class 1 HGV Driver - Self Employed

(2009-01 - 2016-08)

• Owner operator of class 1 articulated vehicle
• Self employed Haulage contractor
• Transport goods for partners in a safe and efficent way
• Carry out vehicle safety checks
• Keep up to date files on vehicle 6 week checks, as well as company bills and invoices
• Maintain a good knowledge of drivers hours laws in order to operate within the law
• Have upto date mechanical knowledge in order to carry out vehicle repair work where necessary

HGV Class 1 Driver - Hancock Haulage

(2008-04 - 2009-06)

• Drive class 1 HGV vehicles for the family business working on general haulage contracts
• Adhere to drivers hour and WTD

Paint Technician - Direct Line Group-Wakefield - Wakefield

(2002-10 - 2008-08)

Repair and refinish vehicles, first as an apprentice and then as a fully qualified technician.

Apprentice Panel Beater and Paint Technician - Onward Coachworks and Refinishing-Pontefract - Pontefract

(2000-09 - 2002-10)

• Dismantle and repair HGV and PCV vehicle structure and bodywork, and prep ready for paint
• Refit vehicles to a high standard before carrying out a quality check

GCSE - St Wilfrid's High School