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
2023.03 - 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
2013.04 - 2023.01
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
2006.10 - 2013.03
As per Fix Auto, plus Bodyshop Manager from 2007 - 2010.
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Ford Dealerships
Taunton, Yeovil & Norwich
1981.06 - 2006.06
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 1969.09 - 1976.06
Geography
Portsmouth University
Portsmouth 1976.09 - 1977.06
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
2023.03 - Current
Vehicle Damage Assessor
FMG Repair Services (formerly Nationwide Repairs)
2013.04 - 2023.01
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Loders Motor Group
2006.10 - 2013.03
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Ford Dealerships
1981.06 - 2006.06
Geography
Portsmouth University
1976.09 - 1977.06
8 O levels. 3 A levels -
Huish's Grammar School
1969.09 - 1976.06