Dylan Wright

Highly organised with strong communication skills and proven management experience. Seeking alternative full-time employment where leadership, technical expertise, and operational skills can be further developed while adding value to a professional team.

Workshop Controller at Gates Ford (2023-05 – Present)

• Worked across two branches managing technicians and apprentices while pushing productivity in the workshop and the front of house office staff.
• Oversee service advisors in their day to day tasks from booking customers in to helping deal with complaints.
• Ordering parts and managing the diary alongside lead times.
• Provide technical advice to customers, colleagues and apprentices.
• Conducting final quality and safety checks on completed vehicle repairs to ensure work is completed correctly first time.
• Managing HR-related matters for direct reports, including holiday approvals and disciplinary procedures.

Self Employed Mechanic at Total Headturners (2021-12 – 2023-05)

• Worked as a self-employed technician within a classic car specialist garage, restoring American and classic vehicles
• Collaborated with mechanics as part of a small, skilled team
• Attended vehicle shows and events to promote the business and engage with customers
• Supported the business owner with social media filming and promotional campaigns
• Managed workload independently, demonstrating strong time management and efficiency

Head Mechanic at VW Campervan Coachworks (2021-08 – 2021-10)

• Developed hands-on experience in classic vehicle restoration and repair techniques.
• Completed stripdowns, rebuilds and general upkeep of classic campervans

Light Vehicle Maintenance Technician (Qualified Technician) at Gates Ford (2019-04 – 2021-08)

Level 3 Apprenticeship - Light Vehicle Maintenance Technician at Gates Ford (2014 – 2019-04)

• Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance Technician
• Level 3 High Voltage Qualification
• MOT license
• AIRCON trained
• Mobile Van Service Technician

BTEC Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering – Hertford Regional College (2012 – 2014)

GCSE – St Edmunds College (2008 – 2012)

– Woodford Green Preparatory School (2003 – 2008)