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VEHICLE INSPECTOR/Principal MOTOR VEHICLE ASSESSOR

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Nairobi, Nairobi AreaMember since 27 November 2022

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About

I am writing to express my strong interest in the position as advertised on your portal. With my diverse experience and expertise in the motor vehicle and road safety industry, I am confident in my ability to bring a unique perspective and valuable skills to your team.

Throughout my career, I have consistently upheld the principles of time consciousness, objectivity, and independence in my work. These qualities have not only enabled me to excel in my roles but also to contribute effectively to team dynamics. Here's how my attributes align with the requirements of the Position above.

Time Consciousness: My commitment to time-consciousness ensures that I meet deadlines and deliver results promptly. This quality is crucial for me because Quality is doing it right the first time within the right TAT

Objectivity: I approach tasks and decision-making with objectivity, relying on data and analysis to drive outcomes. This trait is particularly valuable in working as a team as i look at the contribution of every team member to the goal irrespective of tribe, race, religion, or social status

Independence: My independent mindset allows me to take initiative and assume leadership responsibilities when needed. Moreover, it enables me to work effectively under minimal supervision, ensuring that instead of being stuck armed with the mission and vision of the company I will decisively take a step

Team Collaboration: While I am self-reliant, I also excel in team settings. I have a proven ability to work seamlessly as both a team leader and a team member. This adaptability fosters a positive and productive group dynamic, which is essential for achieving my objectives.

My journey in the motor vehicle and road safety industry has been marked by a relentless commitment to excellence, an unwavering focus on quality, and a passion for continuous learning. Here is a brief overview of my career progression and how it aligns with the requirements of the role above

Cover Letter and CV

Workshop Manager: In my role as a Workshop Manager, I delved into the managerial aspects of the motor vehicle workshop, guiding it towards profitability. I achieved this by optimizing resources, managing consumables, and ensuring high customer satisfaction.

Quality Control Manager: I further developed my skills as a Quality Control Manager, understanding the critical role of maintaining high-quality standards. I built strong relationships with insurance companies, ensuring quality output and fostering positive word-of-mouth marketing.

Principal Motor Assessor/Principal Motor Valuer: Becoming a member of the Motor Assessor Association of Kenya (MAAK No: 153) marked a pivotal moment in my career. It enhanced my negotiation skills, investigative abilities, and decision-making acumen. I approach assessments and valuations with a keen eye for detail and objectivity, considering the interests of all stakeholders—insured, repairer, and insurer.

My experience on the World Rally Championship (WRC KENYA) Technical Organizing Safety Committee showcases my commitment to the industry and my ability to work collaboratively in a high-stakes environment.

Experience

PRINCIPAL VALUER SOVIT VALUERS LIMITED

Solvit Valuers and Assessors Limited

Through my technical experience and knowledge in the motor vehicle industry and a software developer I was Instrumental in fully Automating a valuation system that can calculate values based on data collected and data fed that shortens man hours and gives real time values to clients maintaining quality within a competitive tat.

PRINCIPAL ASSESSOR / VALUER MANAGER

AUTOS CO PE M O T OR ASSESSOR/ VALUERS LIMITED

JOB DUTIES UNDERTAKEN

(a) AS AMOTOR ASSESSOR/WORKSHOP MANAGER

Team playing, team management and coordination.
Motor vehicle inspection to conform with Ntsa road rules and regulation
Analyzing motor insurance claim forms, assessing the vehicle to compare damages seen during assessment so as to advice the insurer technically and accordingly on when claim is genuine or when to recommend investigation.
Advising the insurer on different forms of indemnifying the insured on motor claims.
Developing standard operating procedures (sop’s) for the motorvehicle work-shop technicians to enhance both quality and achieve a competitive tat from the technician level upwards in both motor vehicle workshops and in fleet management.
Developing a quality control check-list to ensure responsibility from the technicians’ level upwards in both workshops and in fleet management

Forming a production committee that comprises of managers inprocurement, finance, and workshop to discussbusiness profitability and financial targets vis-à-vis quality.

Technical advisor to the board of investors on motor technical aspects of the motor business.
Undertake valuation of vehicles for insurance purposes or finance collateral.
Ensure safety of client’s vehicles under the company’s custody.
Preparation of motor assessment reports.
Discussing estimate reports with motor assessors to come with a working repair authority.
Re-inspection of vehicles under repair.
Handle customer enquiries and complaints relating to motor accident repairs.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Cover Letter and CV

2017 - 2019 Principal Motor Assessor/Valuer & General Manager

Ridgefield motor assessors/valuers limited

Team playing, team management and coordination.
Motor vehicle inspection to conform with Ntsa road rules and regulation
Analyzing motor insurance claim forms, assessing the vehicle to compare damages seen during assessment so as to advice the insurer technically and

Accordingly on when claim is genuine or when to recommend investigation.

Advising the insurer on different forms of indemnifying the insured on motor

Claims

Developing standard operating procedures (sop’s) for the motor vehicle work-shop technicians to enhance both quality and achieve a competitive tat from the technician level upwards in both motor vehicle workshops and in fleet management.
Developing a quality control check-list to ensure responsibility from the technicians’ level upwards in both workshops and in fleet

Management.

Forming a production committee that comprises of managers in procurement, finance, and workshop to discuss business profitability and financial targets vis-à-vis quality.
Technical advisor to the board of investors on motor technical aspects of the motor business.
Undertake valuation of vehicles for insurance purposes or finance collateral.
Ensure safety of client’s vehicles under the company’s custody.
Preparation of motor assessment reports.
Discussing estimate reports with motor assessors to come with a working repair authority.
Re-inspection of vehicles under repair.
Handle customer enquiries and complaints relating to motor accident repairs.

2013 - 2016 Quality control manager

ACE AUTOCENTRE LIMITED

Team playing, team management and coordination.
Motor vehicle inspection to conform with Ntsa road rules and regulation
Analyzing motor insurance claim forms, assessing the vehicle to compare damages seen during assessment so as to advice the insurer technically and

Accordingly on when claim is genuine or when to recommend investigation.

Advising the insurer on different forms of indemnifying the insured on motor

Claims

Developing standard operating procedures (sop’s) for the motor vehicle work-shop technicians to enhance both quality and achieve a competitive tat from the technician level upwards in both motor vehicle workshops and in fleet management.
Developing a quality control check-list to ensure responsibility from the technicians’ level upwards in both workshops and in fleet

Management.

Forming a production committee that comprises of managers in procurement, finance, and workshop to discuss business profitability and financial targets vis-à-vis quality.
Technical advisor to the board of investors on motor technical aspects of the motor business.

REFERENCE

Cover Letter and CV

2011 - 2013 Workshop manager

FOTON EAST AFRICA LIMITED

Team playing, team management and coordination.
Motor vehicle inspection to conform with Ntsa road rules and regulation
Developing standard operating procedures (sop’s) for the motor vehicle work-shop technicians to enhance both quality and achieve a competitive tat from the technician level upwards in both motor vehicle workshops and in fleet management.
Developing a quality control check-list to ensure responsibility from the technicians’ level upwards in both workshops and in fleet

Management.

Forming a production committee that comprises of managers in procurement, finance, and workshop to discuss business profitability and financial targets vis-à-vis quality.
Technical advisor to the board of investors on motor technical aspects of the motor business.
Undertake valuation of vehicles for insurance purposes or finance collateral.
Ensure safety of client’s vehicles under the company’s custody.
Preparation of motor assessment reports.
Discussing estimate reports with motor assessors to come with a working repair authority.
Handle customer

Enquiries and complaints relating to motor accident repairs.

Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

2011 - 2011

9 MONTHS

Assistant Workshop Manager / Service advisor

Foton east Africa ltd

Team playing, team management and coordination.

Motor vehicle inspection to conform with Ntsa road rules and regulation
Analyzing motor insurance claim forms, assessing the vehicle to compare damages seen during assessment so as to advice the insurer technically and

Accordingly on when claim is genuine or when to recommend investigation.

Advising the insurer on different forms of indemnifying the insured on motor

Claims

Developing standard operating procedures (sop’s) for the motor vehicle work-shop technicians to enhance both quality and achieve a competitive tat from the technician level upwards in both motor vehicle workshops and in fleet management.
Developing a quality control check-list to ensure responsibility from the technicians’ level upwards in both workshops and in fleet management.
Forming a production committee that comprises of managers in procurement, finance, and workshop to discuss business profitability and financial targets vis-à-vis quality.