1. Gary Taylor
2 Sherwood Avenue,
Ferndown,
Dorset,
BH22 8JT, UK
Mobile: +44 (0) 7809 730 100
Landline: +44 (0) 1202 870086
Email: acewheels@hotmail.co.uk
Professional Paint Sprayer and Prepper
Detail Sprayer – Body Repair Specialist - Management Experience 
Professional, enthusiastic and focused individual with a proven track record in loyalty, dedication,
diligence and professional hard work for any company or organisation within the Paint Spraying Industry.
Skilled, practical, organised and results-orientated individual with years of experience, used to working
on tight deadlines and prioritizing workloads to ensure that all targets are met. Able to multi-task and
complete various duties simultaneously. Self motivated with a great energetic attitude, determined to
flourish and prosper in an important and worthwhile position within the Paint Spraying industry.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Working Under Pressure Excellent Time Keeping Prioritising & Organisation
Interpersonal Communication Skills Technical Skills Committed to Quality
Building Specialist Cars Meticulous & Organised  Spraying Techniques & Applications
PROFESSIONAL EXPERENCE AND SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS
Contractor Paint Spraying for Various Agencies
Nationwide
 Paint spraying for various industries including Automotive, Aerospace, Rolling
Stock and Marine industries
 Currently working for AIM Altitude, prepping composite parts for 1st
class
interiors for major airlines.
 Masking, sanding, filling of repairs, refinishing final paint surface to customer
specifications as required
 Utilizing the latest evolutions of products, including Dupont water based
paints and 2K compliant materials
 Working as part of a team to complete all tasks within the proposed deadline
Wicked Coatings (Head Paint Sprayer - Workshop Manager)
Poole, Dorset
 Preparation and mixing of paints to required colours, including colour
matching for accuracy of finish.
 Utilizing the latest evolutions of products, including water based paints and
May2014 - Present
Oct 2012 – May 2014

2. 2K compliant materials.
 Masking, sanding, filling of repairs, refinishing final paint surfaces.
 Testing products for new contracts, as well as resolving any issues relating to
paint finishes
 Researching and resourcing products for specific customer application
requirements as required
 Planning the work load for contract work and projects, involving large
quantities for batch spraying and coating
 Responsible for the day to day running and organisation of the workshop
 Implementing and researching new systems for the improved running and
efficiency of the business
 Deal with all staffing issues relating to the day to day running of the
business(currently 11 shop floor staff)
 Being competent in the Hydrographic film transfer process at a level to train
other members of staff
Paint Spraying for Various Agencies
Dorset, Various Locations
 Preparing and spraying vehicles and components using water based and
solvent paints.
 Preparing work as required
 Short term roles covering holidays and sickness
MCHV LTD (Sprayer)
Dorchester, Dorset
Jul2012 – Oct 2012
Apr 2012– Jul 2012
 Preparing and spraying vehicles using water based and solvent paints.
 Duties include masking, sanding, filling of repairs, refinishing final paint surfaces.
 Preparation and mixing of paints to required colours, including colour matching for accuracy of finish.
 Utilizing the latest evolutions of products, including water based paints and 2K compliant materials.
 Applying main coats and finishing coats, checking fished surface for any defects and rectifying where
necessary.
Aish Technologies / Team Recruitment (Sprayer)
Poole, UK
Mar 2011 – Apr 2012
 Spraying various specialist technical components for clients including the MOD, aerospace and nautical
industries, working with a high level of autonomy requiring proficient problem solving skills and the
initiative to find effective solutions to various problems.
 Spraying a variety of specialist components and equipment for the MOD, researching and understanding all
technical data in order to implement DEF STAN procedures.
 Working within a team of individuals, spraying equipment and components such as instrument fascias,
technical enclosures, panels and specialist vehicles, panel preparation.

3.  Maintaining and updating knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, plans and objectives through the
generation of studies and reports, communicating all relevant information to colleagues where necessary.
 Utilizing the latest evolutions of products, including water based paints and 2K compliant materials.
 Checking design specifications and technical drawings to ensure both accuracy and quality of work.
 Working in a ‘hands on’ and challenging environment, instigating creative problem solving techniques in
order to overcome any possible setbacks and deliver the product on schedule.
 Applying main coats and finishing coats, quality control checking finished jobs and correcting any errors or
discrepancies where necessary.
Custom Coatings (Sprayer)
Hamworthy, UK
Mar 2010 – Mar 2011
 Working as part of a team utilising a wide variety of paints and applications i.e. 2K compliant paints and
stoving enamels on surfaces and components including fascias, technical enclosures and specialist vehicles.
 Setting up spraying equipment, ensuring materials are mixed to correct specifications, preparing
surfaces and applying primers.
Ace Developments (Self Employed – Owner/Manager)
New Milton, UK
Aug 2002 – Mar 2010
 Repairing and building custom bespoke modified cars to specific customer requirements, carrying out
projects for high end clients such as Fast Car Magazine and Performance GTI Magazine, completing work
within strict time constraints and within set budgets.
 Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish set goals within specific
deadlines, encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members and
customers.
 Organising Car Show events, building and maintaining excellent working relationships with customers,
suppliers and other staff.
 Generating and maintaining accurate records, databases, reports and files in performing clerical work
efficiently when producing and processing invoices for stock requirements.
 Dealing with commercial issues in regards to business development, consulting and dealing with any sales
related issues and relevant promotional and marketing techniques, including the featuring of one project on
the front cover of Performance GTI Magazine.
 Buying and selling vehicles, preparing them for sale by carrying out mechanical work, bodywork and
spraying.
Motorworld (Manager)
Crawley, UK
 Leading, motivating and organising a team of staff, providing guidance and
direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and
monitoring performance for continual improvement to business operations.
 Hiring, managing, training, developing and monitoring new and existing staff
Sep 2000 – Aug 2002

4. and delegating on set tasks, terminating employment contracts where
necessary.
 Organising staff rota and shift patterns, supervising the allocation of time and
prioritizing workloads for maximum efficiency.
 Carrying out Health & Safety Risk Assessments, overseeing stock control and
replenishment, managing the budget of the business and organising promotional
events.
 Achieving high productivity through conscientious improvements on efficiency, maintaining a positive
attitude to achieve results, whilst striving to accomplish a high level of morale with all staff
PREVIOUS WORK HISTORY
Rapid Paints, Crawley (Smart Repair Operative - Self Employed)
 Carrying out Smart Repairs to vehicles
 Servicing
 Promotion & Marketing
Station Garage, Shepperton (Paint Sprayer, Sales Team)
 New & used car sales team
 Body repairs spraying and fitting
 Parts department
May 1996 – Sep 2000
Jul 1987 – May 1996
Hobbies & Interests: Motor Sport, Sea Fishing, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Music
References Available Upon Request