Summary
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Work history
Education
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Examples of Work
Hobbies and Interests
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David Matthews

David Matthews

Summary

Reliable and highly skilled paint sprayer with over 20 years of experience. Meticulous eye for detail to deliver quality results. 20 years working in the motorsport industry (rallying, track racing, gymkhanas) producing and fitting roll cages to high standards, converting road cars to rally cars, completing every stage himself. Experienced in engine building, refurbishing and mapping. High end fabricator, experienced in following technical specifications and completing quality work.


Experienced with surface preparation, paint application and quality control. Comfortable working with chemicals and hazardous materials. Adapts to different environments and project requirements whilst paying strict attention to detail.


Hard working and results-oriented. Confident working independently, selecting optimal equipment and resources. Works well to deadlines and under pressure, maintaining exceptional standards. Manages time and resources sensibly to meet project deadlines. Especially useful in helping with diverse tasks. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and customer satisfaction. Offers flexible schedule to deliver on team goals.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sprayer, fabricator, engine builder panel beater

Self employed
Bristol
03.2003 - Current
  • Troubleshot products to minimise problems or recalls.
  • Analysed blueprints and work orders to understand specifications and complete accurate assembly of products.
  • Minimised waste by carefully measuring materials.
  • Handled material transportation in safe working manner.
  • Performed final finishing and polishing to achieve meticulous appearance of finished vehicles.
  • Prepared vehicles for painting, removing existing paint and corrosion to ensure optimal result.
  • Retouched repair to match surrounding areas.
  • Mixed and meticulously applied primers and colour coats.
  • Labelled cutting lines on material to prepare for fabrication process.
  • Tested and screwed in parts to verify exact fit and compatibility.
  • Examined required parts to determine completion for assembly.
  • Inspected welded projects to verify alignment with blueprint specifications.
  • Performed testing of products to gauge functionality and performance.
  • Managed calendar to maintain production schedule and deliver before deadline.
  • Gauged dimensions and product specifications to use exact measurements.
  • Wiped out rough spots using portable grinders, hand files and scrapers.
  • Inspected workplace equipment to identify maintenance requirements.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches and specifications to create products.
  • Soldered small components into place, creating durable connections.
  • Applied finishes to completed products and packaged completed items in boxes and containers for shipment.
  • Organised workstation for maximum work performance and minimum errors.
  • Used power tools to cut, shape and connect frames.
  • Aligned and adjusted vehicle braking system, wheels and headlights.
  • Assessed car body damage and decided best method of repair.

Freelance Professional Jockey

Self Employed
01.1997 - 01.2003

Professional jockey

Richard Holder
Bristol, Gloucestershire
01.1991 - 01.1997

Professional Jockey

Angela Knight
Clayhidon, Somerset
01.1990 - 01.1991

Apprentice Jockey

Martin Pipe
Wellington, Somerset
01.1988 - 01.1990

Apprentice Jockey

Major Dick Hern
Newbury, West Berkshire
01.1987 - 01.1988

Education

Bishops Gore School
Swansea
09.1983 - 07.1987

NVQ Level 3 - Sports Massage Therapy

Vivienne Lancey - The Cardiff Centre
Cardiff
05.1995 - 06.1995

Skills

Paint spraying

Custom/bespoke paint spraying

Fabrication

Welding

Cage design building and installation

Engine building/refurbishment

Engine mapping

Panel repairs

English wheel work

Collision repair

Body filling

Panel restoration

Blueprints and specifications

Jig work

Hand and power tools

Installation and maintenance

Examples of Work

For a gallery of examples:

https://rb.gy/hgn8rg

Hobbies and Interests

Archery (Grand Master Bowman classification) Top 2% in the UK. Looking to represent Wales in the next Commonwealth Games.

Building and flying model helicopters and planes.

Referees

Rob John (Motorsport UK - Rally Scrutineer)

07970 692411


Tom Wooward,

Woodward Fabrication, Thornbury

07792 908918


Dave Betts,

Dave's Dubs, Thornbury

07718 395320

Timeline

Sprayer, fabricator, engine builder panel beater

Self employed
03.2003 - Current

Freelance Professional Jockey

Self Employed
01.1997 - 01.2003

NVQ Level 3 - Sports Massage Therapy

Vivienne Lancey - The Cardiff Centre
05.1995 - 06.1995

Professional jockey

Richard Holder
01.1991 - 01.1997

Professional Jockey

Angela Knight
01.1990 - 01.1991

Apprentice Jockey

Martin Pipe
01.1988 - 01.1990

Apprentice Jockey

Major Dick Hern
01.1987 - 01.1988

Bishops Gore School
09.1983 - 07.1987
David Matthews