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Robert Ogden

Leighton Buzzard,Central Bedfordshire

Summary

A skilled welder with extensive expertise in MIG and stick welding, aluminium welding, and technical drawing interpretation. Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality assurance and adherence to deadlines, with proven abilities in fabrication and assembly techniques. Proficient in equipment maintenance, inspection of welds and materials, and coating processes. Known for effective time management, independent work capability, and mathematical skills essential for fabrication tasks. Dedicated to proactive learning and continuous improvement in polishing and finishing steel surfaces. Career goals include advancing technical skills further within the welding industry while contributing to high-quality production standards.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work history

Classic car restorer

Vitesse Engineering
Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire
2023.04 - Current
  • Executed repairs and replacements of damaged car panels, adhering to industry guidelines.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working on various vehicle makes and models.
  • Developed project plans based on thorough damage assessments at initiation.
  • Ensured perfect alignment of doors, boot lids, and bonnets post-panel beating.
  • Completed welding tasks for secure attachment of replacement panels.
  • Maintained a clean, organised workspace to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Achieved high customer satisfaction through meticulous detail in repair work.
  • Restored vehicles to original condition using advanced metalworking techniques.

Narrowboat Repairs

Self Employed
Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire
2023.04 - Current
  • Executed daily duties with precision and efficiency.
  • Acquired and implemented new skills to enhance productivity.
  • Delivered tasks consistently within tight deadlines.
  • Provided efficient customer service, adeptly managing challenging situations.
  • Resolved issues to elevate customer satisfaction levels.
  • Achieved targets by completing responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.

Automotive panel beater

Avery's Garage
Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire
2014.08 - 2023.03
  • Executed panel beating tasks to enhance vehicle aesthetics and appearance.
  • Inspected post-repair vehicles to ensure quality and compliance with safety standards.
  • Initiated projects by conducting damage assessments to formulate effective repair plans.
  • Removed dents with specialist tools, preserving paintwork integrity.
  • Prepared newly installed parts for primer application, ensuring optimal adhesion.
  • Maintained a clean workspace to promote efficiency and uphold safety standards.
  • Delivered excellent service through timely completion of all assigned tasks.
  • Adapted skills to various vehicle makes and models, demonstrating versatility.
  • Worked on various vehicle makes and models, demonstrating adaptability and wide-ranging skills.

Classic vehicle restorer/ Narrowboat Repairs

Self Employed
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2008.04 - 2014.08
  • Collaborated with clients to provide updates on project progress, aligning expectations to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Completed detailed inspection reports for each restoration project, maintaining quality control standards.
  • Replaced worn-out components, restoring vehicle functionality and preserving historical integrity.
  • Upholstered interiors to match original specifications, ensuring authenticity in restorations.
  • Conducted thorough research to guarantee accurate restorations.

Automotive panel beater

The Hotworks, VW Campers
Marsworth, Buckinghamshire
2010.11 - 2011.09
  • Performed routine inspections to uphold safety compliance standards.
  • Reduced waste through precise pre-cutting calculations.
  • Enhanced vehicle aesthetics by conducting careful panel beating tasks.
  • Delivered excellent service through timely completion of all assigned tasks.
  • Maintained clean and organised workspace, contributing to efficient workflows and safety standards.
  • Replaced entire sections or parts of cars that could not be repaired.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail in panel repair work.
  • Improved overall car appearance with successful dent removal techniques.
  • Removed dents from vehicle bodies using specialist tools without damaging the paintwork.
  • Started each project by creating a plan based on damage assessments.
  • Ensured perfect alignment of doors, boot lids, bonnets after panel beating tasks.
  • Prepared newly installed parts for primer application, ensuring proper adhesion of paint later on.
  • Restored damaged vehicles to original condition using advanced metalworking techniques.
  • Completed welding tasks to securely attach replacement panels onto vehicles.
  • Followed industry guidelines whilst repairing or replacing damaged car panels.
  • Performed body alignment for seamless integration of new panels.
  • Inspected vehicles post-repair, ensuring quality of workmanship and adherence to safety standards.
  • Utilised modern equipment for precise reshaping of dented panels.
  • Achieved smooth finish by applying filler, sanding and painting over repaired panels.
  • Hammered out and smoothed dents in bodywork with care and precision.
  • Removed damaged panels and parts for replacement or repair.
  • Primed vehicle surfaces for new paint job by sanding down.
  • Assessed car body damage and decided best method of repair.
  • Created body panels and sections, using advanced welding skills to put in place.
  • Repaired chassis and engine mounting damage using hydraulic rams, jacks and jigs.
  • Positioned, secured and repaired windows, doors and other external fittings.
  • Identified work specifications and resources from drawings or instructions.
  • Followed health and safety procedures in construction, using appropriate PPE to minimise risk of personal injury.
  • Bent, shaped and attached pieces of sheet metal to create required structures.
  • Marked sheet metal precisely for cutting and shaping.
  • Made, installed and repaired articles fabricated from different types of sheet metal.
  • Aligned and measured components to achieve precise outcome.
  • Inspected finished production and installation work to determine conformity with specifications.
  • Gathered required materials, selected appropriate methods and optimised assembly sequences to carry out project work.
  • Recognised and detected signs of corrosion, taking appropriate action.

Fabricator Welder/ Narrowboats

Self Employed
Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire
2007.03 - 2010.10
  • Conducted routine inspections to ensure safety compliance at all times.
  • Achieved accurate fabrication by meticulously following blueprints and design sketches.
  • Constructed durable metal structures, ensuring long-term structural integrity.
  • Operated various power tools safely to enhance productivity levels.
  • Fabricated component pieces from start to finished product with high-quality workmanship.
  • Executed precision welds to meet rigorous industry standards and specifications.
  • Evaluated welding requirements, selecting appropriate materials and tools for timely completion.
  • Maintained a clean workspace, promoting safety and efficiency in operations.

Driver/Installation

KBI Office Furniture
Manchester, Greater Manchester
2005.10 - 2007.01
  • Delivered office furniture in alignment with blueprints and schematics for precise installation.
  • Organised work area to enhance safety and reduce workplace hazards during installation.
  • Adhered to manufacturer's instructions for accurate assembly of all components.

Cinema projectionist/ Doorman

Roxy Cinema
Oldham, Greater Manchester
2003.12 - 2005.09
  • Streamlined inventory management for films and digital media, improving retrieval efficiency.
  • Aligned projectors for optimal viewing conditions, enhancing audience experience during screenings.
  • Conducted regular maintenance and troubleshooting of film projection equipment to ensure reliable performance.
  • Monitored sound and picture quality during screenings to guarantee an immersive experience.
  • Ensured punctuality of scheduled films, delivering reliable service to audiences.

Fabricator welder

Alloy Bodies
Manchester, Greater Manchester
2000.05 - 2003.11

Constructed metal structures, ensuring long-term integrity and reliability for client projects.

  • Achieved accurate fabrication by meticulously following blueprints and design sketches.
  • Operated various power tools proficiently to enhance productivity levels.
  • Maintained clean workspace, enhancing safety and operational efficiency on site.
  • Used protective gear appropriately, reducing workplace accidents.
  • Consistently met deadlines, driving client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
  • Adapted swiftly to new project requirements, supporting timely completion and client satisfaction.

Coach Builder/ Mercedes Sprinters

Alloy Bodies
Manchester, Greater Manchester
1999.09 - 2000.02
  • Enhanced assembly quality through meticulous attention to detail.
  • Maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations, minimising accident risks.
  • Expanded coach building expertise by working with diverse materials.
  • Ensured exceptional safety standards, resulting in an outstanding safety record.
  • Applied technical expertise to resolve complex assembly line issues.
  • Utilised tools and equipment effectively for efficient task completion.

Education

City & Guilds Vehicle Restoration - Vehicle Restoration

Manchester College of Arts & Technology
Manchester
1997 - 1999

GCSEs - Physics, Maths, English

Radcliffe Comprehensive
Oldham
1980 - 1985

Skills

  • Welding and fabrication
  • Technical drawing interpretation
  • Quality assurance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Time management
  • Independent work
  • Precision measuring
  • Restoration painting
  • Welding quality control
  • Manual dexterity
  • Deadline orientation
  • Proactive learning commitment
  • Steel finishing
  • Problem-solving
  • Licensed for inhouse fork lift & scissor lift

Affiliations

  • Snowboarding
  • Motorcycles
  • Boating
  • Live music
  • Cycling
  • Cooking for and entertaining friends
  • Volunteering for a historic community narrowboat, that deals with under privileged children & adults. My role includes skippering, working locks, maintenance, health & safety & taking part in special events;
  • I like to find solutions to complex engineering issues. I have recently redesigned my own boat by stretching the length by an additional 16 ft & fitting a larger engine.

Timeline

Classic car restorer

Vitesse Engineering
2023.04 - Current

Narrowboat Repairs

Self Employed
2023.04 - Current

Automotive panel beater

Avery's Garage
2014.08 - 2023.03

Automotive panel beater

The Hotworks, VW Campers
2010.11 - 2011.09

Classic vehicle restorer/ Narrowboat Repairs

Self Employed
2008.04 - 2014.08

Fabricator Welder/ Narrowboats

Self Employed
2007.03 - 2010.10

Driver/Installation

KBI Office Furniture
2005.10 - 2007.01

Cinema projectionist/ Doorman

Roxy Cinema
2003.12 - 2005.09

Fabricator welder

Alloy Bodies
2000.05 - 2003.11

Coach Builder/ Mercedes Sprinters

Alloy Bodies
1999.09 - 2000.02

City & Guilds Vehicle Restoration - Vehicle Restoration

Manchester College of Arts & Technology
1997 - 1999

GCSEs - Physics, Maths, English

Radcliffe Comprehensive
1980 - 1985
Robert Ogden