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David Johnson

Rugeley,Staffordshire

Summary

A passionate, reliable and highly experienced Automotive Refinishing Specialist with over 14 years in the vehicle repair industry. Skilled across all areas of vehicle bodywork including paint preparation, refinishing, quoting, customer service, team management and mobile repairs. Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team, with a track record of leadership and high-quality results in fast-paced environments.

Work history

Mobile Smart Repairer

Total Refurb Alloys Ltd
Wolverhampton, Staffordshire

2024 - 2025

Delivered high quality mobile repairs from a fully equipped van.

Carried out insurance and private jobs including bumper scuffs and alloy wheel refurbishments.

Provided services at customer locations, including workplaces and homes.

Prepper/Painter

Henleys/Car360
Cannock, Staffordshire

2023 - 2024

Repaired transportation damage on brand-new electric vehicles prior to sale.

Bodyshop Manager

ST Motors
Rugeley, Staffordshire

2023

Sole technician responsible for all vehicle repairs in a used car dealership.

Managed stock, scheduling, repairs, and final preparation of new inventory.

Bodyshop Manager

Trimotor
Cannock, Staffordshire

2022 - 2023

Independently managed the bodyshop operations including ordering parts, job booking and quoting.

Oversaw repairs from initial inspection to handover.

Painter

Ikon Bodyz
Stafford, Staffordshire

2019 - 2021

Completed full vehicle refinishing including quoting, customer service, and final delivery.

Managed vehicle repairs from assessment to polish and valeting.

Prepper/Painter

Autotek Ltd
Lichfield, Staffordshire

2015 - 2019

Handled full vehicle repairs including stripping, welding, bodywork, painting and polishing.


Paint Prepper/Apprentice

Lichfield Accident Repair Centre
Lichfield, Staffordshire

2012 - 2015

Gained hands-on experience in paint preparation and masking.

Developed foundational skills during an apprenticeship in a busy repair centre.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Motor Vehicle

Stafford College
Stafford, Staffordshire
/2012 -

GCSEs -

Hagley Park Sports Academy
Rugeley, Staffordshire
/2011 -

Vehicle Systems Maintenance - Entry Level 3

City and Guilds
/2012 -

Vehicle Maintenance - Level 1

City and Guilds
/2013 -

Accident Repair Paint Competence - Level 2 Diploma

City and Guilds
/2013 -

Accident Repair Principles - Level 2 Diploma

City and Guilds
/2014 -

Employee Rights in Automotive Sector - Level 2

City and Guilds
/2014 -

ICT, Maths and English - Level 1

City and Guilds
/2014 -

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Body Refinishing

IMI
/2014 -

Emergency First Aid at Work - Level 3

Highfields
/2022 -

Health and Safety at Work - Level 2

Highfields
/2022 -

Safe Moving and Handling - Level 2

Highfields
/2022 -

COSHH - Level 2

Highfields
/2022 -

Principles of Fire Safety - Level 2

Highfields
/2022 -

Skills

  • Vehicle Refinishing and Paintwork
  • Panel Beating and Welding
  • Customer Service and Vehicle Quoting
  • Stock and Paint Ordering
  • Mobile and On-Site Repairs
  • Team Leadership and Solo Working
  • Valeting and Polishing
  • Health and Safety Compliance

Timeline

Mobile Smart Repairer

Total Refurb Alloys Ltd

Prepper/Painter

Henleys/Car360

Bodyshop Manager

ST Motors

Bodyshop Manager

Trimotor

Painter

Ikon Bodyz

Prepper/Painter

Autotek Ltd

Paint Prepper/Apprentice

Lichfield Accident Repair Centre

NVQ Level 2 - Motor Vehicle

Stafford College
/2012 -

GCSEs -

Hagley Park Sports Academy
/2011 -

Vehicle Systems Maintenance - Entry Level 3

City and Guilds
/2012 -

Vehicle Maintenance - Level 1

City and Guilds
/2013 -

Accident Repair Paint Competence - Level 2 Diploma

City and Guilds
/2013 -

Accident Repair Principles - Level 2 Diploma

City and Guilds
/2014 -

Employee Rights in Automotive Sector - Level 2

City and Guilds
/2014 -

ICT, Maths and English - Level 1

City and Guilds
/2014 -

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Body Refinishing

IMI
/2014 -

Emergency First Aid at Work - Level 3

Highfields
/2022 -

Health and Safety at Work - Level 2

Highfields
/2022 -

Safe Moving and Handling - Level 2

Highfields
/2022 -

COSHH - Level 2

Highfields
/2022 -

Principles of Fire Safety - Level 2

Highfields
/2022 -
David Johnson