Larry ALLPRESS
YEOVIL,Somerset
Summary
An experienced Bodyshop professional looking for a part-time position (preferably in a Bodyshop) working about 25 hours per week. Willing to work full-time to cover holidays & absences. Other motor trade positions may be considered.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Fix Auto
Yeovil, Somerset
03.2023 - Current
Motorworld Car Bodyshop t/a Fix Auto, Yeovil.
Vehicle Damage Assessor in small, but expanding family owned Bodyshop.
Deputising for site manager, workshop controller, parts manager & reception when these staff absent.
Used my experience to achieve BSI accreditation for 1st time at this site in March 2024, followed by 2nd audit with no major or minor non-conformances.
Vehicle Damage Assessor
FMG Repair Services (formerly Nationwide Repairs)
Barnstaple, Devon
04.2013 - 01.2023
As per Fix-Auto. Initially at Yeovil site, 9 months at Bridgwater & 7 + years at Barnstaple
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Loders Motor Group
Yeovil & Dorchester, Somerset & Dorset
10.2006 - 03.2013
As per Fix Auto, plus Bodyshop Manager from 2007 - 2010.
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Ford Dealerships
Taunton, Yeovil & Norwich
06.1981 - 06.2006
As per Fix Auto, plus Bodyshop Manager from 1998 - 2006. Full financial accountability for sites when Bodyshop Manager.
Education
8 O levels. 3 A levels -
Huish's Grammar School
Taunton 09.1969 - 06.1976
Geography
Portsmouth University
Portsmouth 09.1976 - 06.1977
Skills
* Accurate production of vehicle damage assessments, maximising revenue opportunities, while ensuring work provider guidelines are adhered to
* ATA VDA qualified since 2007 Estimate production principally using Audatex, but also some experience of GT Global, Glassmatix & Inter-Est
* Accurate production of repair methods using escribe & manufacturer's information to ensure vehicles are safely repaired to the highest standard
* Skilled in auditing assessments for final invoicing ensuring maximum justifiable revenue is achieved within SLA agreements
* In depth knowledge of BSI audit requirements
* Accurate & timely sourcing of replacement parts, ensuring all available options are used
* Ability to advise & motivate younger staff
* Financially astute & able to identify cost reduction opportunities
* Ability to deputise all "Front of House" Bodyshop roles
* Using my experience to resolve problems
* Excellent organisational & paperwork skills
* Flexible working hours, not a 9 - 5 person
Other information
* Non smoker in good health
* Full, clean UK driving licence including "Grandad Rights"
* Interests & hobbies include current affairs, cycle sport, travel & geography.
Timeline
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Fix Auto
03.2023 - Current
Vehicle Damage Assessor
FMG Repair Services (formerly Nationwide Repairs)
04.2013 - 01.2023
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Loders Motor Group
10.2006 - 03.2013
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Ford Dealerships
06.1981 - 06.2006
Geography
Portsmouth University
09.1976 - 06.1977
8 O levels. 3 A levels -
Huish's Grammar School
09.1969 - 06.1976
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