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Nick Reed

Needham Market,Suffolk

Summary

Detail-oriented comfortable working independently, selecting optimal equipment and resources for achieve specific aesthetic result.

Dependable problem-solver with keen eye for detail and strong work ethic.

Pickup things quickly and always willing to learn new skills.

Hard-working with strong organisational skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Automotive paint technician

Brockford Accident Repair Centre
Needham Market, Suffolk
2025.05 - 2026.05
  • Stripping damaged vehicles in preparation for repair.
  • Reassembling vehicle following repair and painting.
  • Flat and polish paint ready for return to customer.

Vehicle Repair Technician

R J M Body Repairs Ltd
Stowmarket, Suffolk
2025.04 - 2025.05
  • Stripping damaged vehicles and repair/replace damaged parts.
  • Preparing for painting by removing old paint, filling holes and ensuring smooth surface.
  • Reassembling vehicle following re-painting.
  • Flat and polish paintwork.
  • Wash and prepare vehicle ready for returning to customer.

Detailing Specialist

Own Business Trading as NT Detailing
Rattlesden, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
2018.08 - 2024.03
  • Converted a former chicken shed into a high specification workshop for high end automotive detailing.
  • Machine polishing of vehicle paintwork removing any imperfections.
  • Apply ceramic coating to paintwork for long term protection.
  • Controlled and managed sales, purchasing and invoicing of the business.
  • Provided advice and guidance to customers on maintaining their vehicle paintwork and appearance.

Technician/Valet

D Tech Motor Engineers Ltd
Acton, Sudbury, Suffolk
2013.08 - 2018.08
  • Servicing and repairs to a wide range of motor vehicles.
  • Carry out service washes.

Van delivery driver

Euro Car Parts
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
2011.04 - 2013.07
  • Delivering car parts to customers.
  • Handling any returns.
  • Dealing with paperwork associated with delivers or returns.

Sales Assistant

GSF Car Parts
Ipswich, Suffolk
2009.01 - 2011.03
  • Dealing with customer requests via phone and over the counter.
  • Identifying parts for customers.
  • Booking out orders for delivery.

Education

Foundation in Motor Vehicle Studies -

West Suffolk Collage
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
1998.09 - 1999.07

GCSEs -

Country Upper School
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
1994.09 - 1997.07

Skills

  • High end automotive detailing
  • Automotive body repairing
  • Automotive repairs
  • General woodworking and carpentry skills

Timeline

Automotive paint technician

Brockford Accident Repair Centre
2025.05 - 2026.05

Vehicle Repair Technician

R J M Body Repairs Ltd
2025.04 - 2025.05

Detailing Specialist

Own Business Trading as NT Detailing
2018.08 - 2024.03

Technician/Valet

D Tech Motor Engineers Ltd
2013.08 - 2018.08

Van delivery driver

Euro Car Parts
2011.04 - 2013.07

Sales Assistant

GSF Car Parts
2009.01 - 2011.03

Foundation in Motor Vehicle Studies -

West Suffolk Collage
1998.09 - 1999.07

GCSEs -

Country Upper School
1994.09 - 1997.07
Nick Reed