Petrus Verwey

Results-driven and detail-oriented Spray Painter and Supervisor with experience in industrial painting, coatings application, and team leadership. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my expertise in Polyurea and Polyurethane applications, automated line management, and quality control to drive efficiency, cost savings, and high-quality finishes. Aiming to contribute my skills in mechanical maintenance, problem-solving, and staff training to enhance production processes while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Panel Beater / Spray Painter - Miltrans

(2020-02)

Expertly handled vehicle repairs and refinishing for heavy-duty trucks, including Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Iveco, UD, Freightliner, and Eagle Trailers.

• Vehicle Preparation: Stripping, assembling, masking, and surface preparation for painting.
• Painting & Finishing: Flat painting and polishing with a keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality results.
• Mechanical Support: Assisted with troubleshooting, minor repairs, and maintenance, including clutch controls, services, hydraulic repairs, brake systems, and air systems.
• Problem-Solving: Utilized strong fault-finding skills to address mechanical issues and breakdowns efficiently.

Spraypainter - TM Auto Clinic

(2016-07 - 2019-12)

• Spray Painting: Proficient in airless, air assist, and electrostatic techniques.
• Coatings Application: Applied Polyurea (rubberizing) and Polyurethane (foam) for protective and functional finishes.
• Supervisory Role: Led teams and coordinated tasks for efficient workflow.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook for reporting and administration.
• Maintenance: Handled mechanical maintenance tasks.
• Equipment Operation: Overhead Crane Operator (licence expired).
• Equipment Operation: Forklift Operator (licence expired).

Supervisor - Pintura Holdings

(2004-06 - 2015-12)

Managed an automated paint shop production line, overseeing Polyurea (rubberizing) and Polyurethane (pour foam and spray foam) applications.

• Team Leadership: Supervised 45 employees per shift, ensuring adherence to health and safety procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Team Leadership: Issued disciplinary warnings in line with company code, promoted cost-saving measures on consumables and paint, and optimized headcount efficiency.
• Quality & Compliance: Conducted daily quality checks, weekly audits, and logged non-conformances.
• Quality & Compliance: Led handover meetings, Green Area meetings, and ensured corrective actions were closed out.
• Operations & Administration: Managed stock counting, ordering, and receiving. Captured production data and identified new jobs, gathering specs for completion.
• Operations & Administration: Reported breakdowns, logged maintenance, and booked labour loans.
• Technical Support: Assisted with breakdowns, repaired pumps (Pro-Mix, Extreme, Plural Component, Dia-Frame, Drum pumps) and guns to minimize production loss.
• Technical Support: Provided training to spray painters, assisted with painting procedures, and used measuring equipment (wet film gauges, Elcometers).
• Improvement Initiatives: Implemented cost-saving measures on consumables and paints, minimized overtime, and reduced absenteeism through team building.

Semi - Skilled Spray Painter - Pintura Holdings

(2000 - 2004)

• Painted tank container units to exact specifications using air-less, air assist, and electrostatic techniques.
• Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Mixed paints to correct viscosity, maintained equipment (pumps and guns), and upheld high standards of housekeeping.

Grade 10 - Hoërskool DF Malherbe (1995)