Julian Cooper
Okahandja
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Panel Beater/ Spray Painter
Renew My Car
Windhoek Namibia
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Deckhand
Pescanova Namibia Novanam
Lüderitz
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Evaluated vessels prior to departure, documented concerns and coordinated timely repairs.
- Operated and maintained deck machinery, including winches and cranes.
- Collaborated with officers on bridge watch duties to maintain safe navigation practices throughout voyages.
- Directed crew members cleaning, maintaining and painting or varnishing various ship areas.
- Identified potential hazards on board promptly; implemented corrective measures to reduce risk exposure for crew members and passengers alike.
- Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
- Operated specialized equipment, including winches, cranes and derricks during ship operations.
- Enhanced vessel safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of safety equipment.
- Contributed to efficient operations by maintaining a clean and organized deck environment.
- Assumed responsibility for checking life-saving appliances routinely; ensured all gear was up-to-date and functioning properly.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
PDR Technician
Car Care Voucher Namibia CCV
Windhoek
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, resulting in increased productivity.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Adapted quickly to industry advancements in technology or methodology changes ensuring continuous provision of top-notch services for clients.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing expertise, and fostering a collaborative environment for learning.
- Enhanced repair quality by utilizing specialized PDR tools and techniques.
Quotation Specialist
Friedels Collision Repair Center
Windhoek
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing accurate and timely quotations.
- Stayed current with industry regulations and standards to produce cost estimates in compliance with all relevant laws.
- Improved overall efficiency of the quotation department.
- Maximized revenue generation with strategic pricing structures based on competitor analysis.
- Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
Education
Certificate - Engineering Mechanics
Northlink College SA
Western Cape South Africa 12.2014
Certificate -
Windhoek High School
Windhoek Namibia 11.2013
Skills
- Research
- Basic Math
- Public Speaking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team building
- Equipment operation
- Excellent Communication
- Microsoft Word
- Dependable and Responsible
- Microsoft excel
Languages
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Beginner (A1)
Additional Information
Request for reference
Timeline
Panel Beater/ Spray Painter
Renew My Car
01.2021 - 01.2024
Deckhand
Pescanova Namibia Novanam
08.2019 - 11.2020
PDR Technician
Car Care Voucher Namibia CCV
06.2018 - 03.2019
Quotation Specialist
Friedels Collision Repair Center
03.2016 - 02.2018
Certificate - Engineering Mechanics
Northlink College SA
Certificate -
Windhoek High School