John

Qualified ATA Vehicle Damage Assessor (previously accredited) with hands-on experience producing accurate repair estimates and assessing vehicle damage. Specialist background in Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, Ferrari and Rolls-Royce body repairs, plus Audatex training. After several years as a reliable Royal Mail postman, keen to return to a home-based assessing/estimating role.

Quick learner with strong attention to detail and technical knowledge of accident repair methods. Fully prepared to complete immediate ATA reaccreditation.

Postman at Royal Mail (2013-04 – Present)

Over 10 years of postal delivery service

• Worked independently to tight daily schedules with strong time-keeping and reliability
• Handled customer queries professionally
• Maintained high standards of accuracy and care in all conditions
• Conducted daily vehicle checks and safe driving practices

ATA Vehicle Damage Assessor (Estimator) & Panel Beater at Bodywork (Solihull) (2004-08 – 2012-12)

Worked as qualified damage assessor and panel beater in Mercedes-Benz specialist workshop

• Qualified as ATA Vehicle Damage Assessor and produced accurate repair estimates
• Worked in Mercedes-Benz specialist workshop
• Trained in Germany on Mercedes bodywork
• Assessed vehicle damage, prepared estimates and liaised with repairers and customers

Panel Beater/Fitter at P J Rhodes Vehicle Repair Specialist (2002-02 – 2004-08)

Vehicle repair work on all makes and models

• Repaired all makes and models of vehicles using practical technical skills

Panel Beater/Fitter at Henry Martin (1996-01 – 2002-12)

Specialised in BMW repairs

Panel Beater/Fitter at BH Panels (1996-01 – 2002-12)

Vehicle repair work

Panel Beater/Fitter at Evans Halshaw (1996-01 – 2002-12)

Trainee panel beater and fitter

• Started as trainee at Evans Halshaw and gained City & Guilds in Bodywork

Panel Beater at Vehicle Repair Workshop (2001-01 – 2001-12)

International experience in vehicle panel beating

• Worked 12 months as Panel Beater in Sydney, Australia

Certification in ATA Vehicle Damage Assessor – Thatcham Automotive Academy

Training in Audatex estimating – Volkswagen Group

City & Guilds in Bodywork – City College, Birmingham

GCSE in General Education – Baverstock Senior School