James Rogers
Takapuna,AUK
Summary
36 Years' experience in the motor industry, highly skilled across the board with 3 NZ trade certificates in the field. Covering positions from Apprentice to Service Manager to Contractor to Sales and everything in between. Working in NZ, UK and Fiji.
28 years as successful multi business owner operator, highly skilled in property management, administration, property contract law, finance, property accounting, tenancy disputes, disposals, acquisitions, investment analysis and project management.
I'm now seeking a role in vehicle / machinery assessment with a top Insurance firm where I will be able to use my skills and experience in a field I enjoy.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
JDR Investments Ltd, Rogers Investments Ltd
1995.04 - Current
- I include this to explain any gaps in my Automotive history.
- I have invested in commercial property for the last 28 years specializing in securing property with various problems then sorting the issues, maximize the return on investment then holding. This requires another CV to be covered properly.
- This business allowed me to retire in 2019.
- 6 months later I got bored and started up new company Rosefern Ltd with partners where we specialized in leveling and renovating properties damaged in the Christchurch Earthquakes. In 2020 we had 38 properties on the books at various stages of repair over the calendar year.
- From 1995 to 2014 I also co-owned Hair Dressing and Tanning Salons: The Cutting Club (Takapuna) and Boston Hair (Milford) which were successful. I managed admin, finance, accounting, tech, staff, store fit outs and maintenance for these businesses for 19 years.
- From 1989 to 1991 I also owned and ran North Harbour Heating Installations which I sold on leaving NZ. I was a licensed Solid Fuel Heating Installer.
Workshop Foreman, Supervisor
Parkland Products Ltd
2007.06 - 2019.05
- Workshop Foreman / Supervisor / Acting Service Manager as when required. Office Based.
- Managed workshop schedules, resources and team of 6 techs.
- Managed Vehicle Fleet, Hire Fleet and building maintenance.
- Managed complete damage, repair and servicing process for all stake holders. Warranty, accident investigations for OEM, customer and Insurance companies.
- Managed efficiency with parts, sales and marketing departments including mobile assets.
- Managed many sub-contractors such as recovery, logistics, engineers, freight forwarders, IT, accommodation, waste, sign writers and casual staff...
- Managed jobs internationally diagnosis, warranty, delivery and install, training, Demonstrations and set up completely new workshops overseas for customers.
- Managed technical, safety and forklift training including Apprenticeship training.
- Managed customer service, recommendations, job pricing, estimations and quoting.
- Managed procuring parts nationally, internationally when no stock available internally.
- Managed trade in purchasing and new sales through workshop. Managed refurbishment of used / traded equipment and on sale of that equipment.
- Maintained neat and clean work areas to maximize efficiency and safety.
- Designed custom storage solutions including internal offices for workshop that maximized space utilization while maintaining organization.
- Improved workshop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing workflow. Provided by my technical experience.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth.
- Established quality control measures to maintain high standards in workmanship across all projects.
- Reduced Hire fleet equipment downtime with proactive maintenance scheduling and timely repairs.
- Assisted in budget planning for workshop operations, monitoring expenses to ensure cost efficiency.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective delegation of tasks and clear communication.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials, method and equipment for jobs and job sites.
- Factory Training in tech, sales, warranty and customer service from: Toro USA Equipment, Toro Horizontal Drilling, Yamaha Motors (Aus), Kohler Engines USA and Generation, Toro Service & Sales Management systems, Foley Reel Grinders USA, Kubota, Microsoft Workshop software and Dingo (Aus).
Foreman / Service Technician
Terra Gear Ltd
1995.04 - 2007.06
- Positions held: Contract Mechanic workshop based, Workshop Foreman workshop based, Field Service Technician Mobile
- Here work involved a lot more admin as I headed warranty issues for Walker, Briggs, Kohler and ASV as advisor to their NZ / Aus distributors. For Walker I was technical trouble shooter to the NZ dealer network.
- Bought and sold machinery, mainly equipment upgrading with trade ins.
- Range of product went from top end lawncare equipment to heavy earth moving machinery.
- Managed small team of 3 to 4 mechanics and apprentices of under me, overseeing their training.
- My last position here I operated as a sole charge mobile tech, running tech issues etc from my vehicle covering Waikato to Kaitaia and the gulf islands.
- Factory Technical, Warranty and Sales courses completed while here:
- Honda outdoor power equipment and Generator
- Bosch EFi systems
- Kohler power systems
- Tecumseh engines
- Echo power equipment
- Briggs & Stratton
- Genie scissor lifts
- ASV earth moving
- Walker USA
Service Engineer
Gray Forklift Services
1992.04 - 1995.01
- Automotive Engineer Heavy Equipment
- Workshop based, Ship, Mobile and offshore.
- Here I serviced and repaired all types of heavy machinery mainly that was related to the oil industry with some marine work as well. Work included electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, fabrication, engineering, panel, paint, etc.
- Work was 24/7 on call and included marine power systems, cranes, trucks, cars, tractors, earth moving gear, forklifts, Oil field related power packs such as: Mud pumps, Generators, Winches, Compressors, etc.
- I did factory training here with:
- Caterpillar, Perkins, Cummins, Kubota, Merlo, Hyster, Mitsubishi and Toyota Auto Electrical.
- I ended specializing in Zone 1 fireproof system conversions on all machinery used in explosive environment's (Oil Rigs and Mines) and LPG fuel systems.
Contract Mechanic
Lawnboys Group
1989.05 - 1991.06
- Mobile Mechanic Self Employed.
- Here I went self-employed and contracted to 5 outdoor power equipment stores. Covering repair and servicing of outdoor power equipment, motorcycles, Jetskis and marine outboards. Also sorting through OEM warranty claims with all parties involved.
- For 7 months in this period, I also ran Lawnboys Belmont retail store for the owner. Covering everything involved in running a retail store.
- I owned and ran North Harbour Heating Installations at this time, I was a licensed Solid Fuel Heating Installer.
Mechanic
Total Mowers And Cycles
1987.04 - 1989.04
- Mechanic / Retail Sales, Workshop/Showroom based.
- Went for a change to lighter out door power equipment, mainly general lawn care and golf course related machinery. There was motor cycle and light marine as well.
- This was a self start position where I booked in the work, organized the parts required, then repaired and invoiced. organized pick up and payment.
- 1 day a week was spent selling machinery retail and processing the warranty claims.
Apprentice Mechanic
Whenuapai Garage
1982.01 - 1987.03
- Completed apprenticeship in Automotive Engineering here.
- It was a country garage, so the work was varied and interesting including mainly motorcycles, cars, trucks, farm equipment and NZ Army machinery with 5 Movements Squadron based at Whenuapai.
- Also did panel and paint and fabrication.
- A great base to learn from.
Education
Trade Cert Small Engine Servicing (Top Candidate)
MIT
Manukau, NZTrade C Automotive Engineering (Heavy Equipment)
MIT
Manukau, NZ09.1996
Trade Cert Automotive Engineering
Unitec
Auckland, NZ04.1987
Skills
- Technical Knowledge and Experience
- Staff Scheduling
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Quality Assurance
- Team Collaboration
- Client Relationships
- Mentoring and training
- Account Management
- Business Planning
- Health and Safety
- Project Management
Timeline
Workshop Foreman, Supervisor
Parkland Products Ltd
2007.06 - 2019.05
Managing Director
JDR Investments Ltd, Rogers Investments Ltd
1995.04 - Current
Foreman / Service Technician
Terra Gear Ltd
1995.04 - 2007.06
Service Engineer
Gray Forklift Services
1992.04 - 1995.01
Contract Mechanic
Lawnboys Group
1989.05 - 1991.06
Mechanic
Total Mowers And Cycles
1987.04 - 1989.04
Apprentice Mechanic
Whenuapai Garage
1982.01 - 1987.03
Trade Cert Small Engine Servicing (Top Candidate)
MIT
Trade C Automotive Engineering (Heavy Equipment)
MIT
Trade Cert Automotive Engineering
Unitec
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