John
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About
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.
Experience
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
Education
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
