Open To Work
Tharanga Priyalal Weerakkody
Hobsonville,New Zealand
Summary
Dynamic Estimator with a proven track record at AMI MOTORHUB, excelling in preparing accurate cost estimates and optimizing staff performance. Adept at negotiation and fostering teamwork, I have successfully enhanced claims efficiency and ensured compliance with industry standards, driving operational excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
ESTIMATOR
AMI MOTORHUB
Hosonville, New Zealand
12.2023 - 12.2025
- Prepared detailed damage assessments and cost estimates using industry-standard estimating systems.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to evaluate cause, extent, and repair costs.
- Identified pre-existing damage and non-claimable items, ensuring accurate assessments and preventing unnecessary claims.
- Assessed motor vehicle insurance claims for accuracy, validity, and policy compliance.
- Determined liability, recommending claim approvals, declines, or settlements within delegated authority to streamline decision-making.
- Communicated claim decisions and repair outcomes clearly to customers.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives to enhance claims processes, contributing to overall efficiency.
Workshop Manager
Mozita Automotive
Christchurch, New Zealand
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Lead, mentor, and manage technicians, apprentices, and support staff
- Supervised collision repair, panel beating, and refinishing operations to ensure high-quality vehicle restoration
- Managed insurance repairs while liaising with assessors and claims handlers to streamline claims process
- Ensured paint mixing, application, and curing processes met quality standards for optimal finish
General Manager
Formula World (pvt) Ltd
Seeduwa, Sri Lanka
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed operations to improve overall performance and achieve strategic goals
- Handled financial and business operations to ensure fiscal responsibility and operational integrity
- Led teams to foster collaboration and enhance effectiveness in achieving objectives
- Ensured quality, safety, and compliance standards
- Developed engagement strategies for stakeholders
Assistant Manager Maintenance
Foresight Engineering (pvt) Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
08.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed daily operations to enhance workflow and foster team collaboration.
- Supervised operations by scheduling shifts and assigning duties to optimize team performance.
- Developed training programs for new staff to enhance skills and efficiency.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary materials for projects.
- Coordinated project timelines to align resources effectively with project goals.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and reduce bottlenecks.
- Facilitated communication between departments to support project execution and alignment.
Assistant Work shop Manager
Access Motors (pvt) Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2013 - 04.2021
- Assisted in managing daily workshop operations and staff scheduling.
- Organized, scheduled and supervised daily operations of the workshop.
- Coordinated workflow to achieve on-time completion of vehicle repairs.
- Developed strategies that enhanced efficiency in workshop operations.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels of tools and workshop supplies.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Facilitated communication between technicians and management for project updates.
- Implemented best practices for workshop organization and cleanliness standards.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Provided technical advice, support and training for staff members on proper use of tools and equipment.
- Coordinated activities between departments such as purchasing, engineering, sales.
- Ensured that all necessary parts were available for repair work orders.
- Created detailed reports on operational activities for management review.
- Conducted regular inspections of all machinery and equipment to identify issues or problems.
- Recruited qualified personnel to meet the organization's staffing needs.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved processes or technologies.
- Managed budgets and expenses related to the workshop operations.
- Supported customer service efforts by addressing client inquiries efficiently.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly in a professional manner.
Executive Quality Controller
Associated Motorways Ltd
, Sri Lanka
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Led teams in problem-solving activities to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Supervised quality control processes across multiple production lines to ensure consistent product quality.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify defects and non-conformities, enhancing overall compliance.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored team members on quality assurance procedures.
- Collaborated with production teams to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Provided technical guidance regarding product quality issues to internal departments.
Body Shop Supervisor
Nissan Company
Doha, Qatar
12.2008 - 01.2012
- Managed daily operations in a high-volume body shop environment.
- Trained and supervised staff on repair techniques and safety protocols, enhancing team competency and compliance.
- Coordinated repair schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and Nissan quality guidelines.
- Implemented inventory management practices for parts and materials.
- Resolved customer concerns regarding vehicle repairs and service quality.
- Estimated automobile repair time accurately, scheduling jobs according to shop capacity.
- Inspected vehicle repairs for quality control during entire repair process and prior to customer delivery.
- Directed day-to-day operations, maintenance, equipment functionality and financial management.
- Complied with federal, state and local regulations affecting body shop operations.
- Oversaw and evaluated key performance indicator (KPI) metrics, spanning efficiency, revenue and profitability.
- Resolved escalated customer issues, arranged payment schedules, and facilitated sales to support customer satisfaction and retention.
- Authored policies and procedures, implementing best practices and standards to enhance operational performance and minimize downtime.
Work Shop Supervisor(Jaguar Land Rover sole Agent)
Frontier Automotive Ltd
Colombo 08, Sri Lanka
04.2004 - 12.2008
- Oversaw daily operations of the shop, including personnel scheduling, task assignment, and performance monitoring to ensure smooth operations.
- Supervised daily operations of automotive repair shop.
- Coordinated scheduling and workflow for service technicians to optimize shop efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on repair techniques.
- Ensured compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Provided training to other employees to promote awareness of safety procedures.
- Coordinated inventory management and supply ordering processes.
- Maintained equipment and tools for optimal performance.
- Performed quality control checks on all incoming and outgoing goods.
- Enforced company policies and standards to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Provided customer service to ensure customer satisfaction with products and services.
- Reviewed financial statements to monitor budget expenditures.
- Interpreted OEM manuals, diagrams and specifications to ensure repair compliance with broad-spectrum equipment, efficient ordering of materials or supplies and appropriate parts replacement.
- Answered incoming questions via phone and email discussing advertised pricing and inventory.
- Increased profits by establishing sales goals for employees, motivating sales staff, enhancing customer service, and effectively resolving customer issues.
Education
Diploma in Professional Business Management (DPBM) -
Aquinas University of Colombo
Sri Lanka01-2014
painter training course -
Akzo Nobel Sikkens
Bangalore, India05-2008
motor mechanic course - Automotive Engineering
National Apprentice & Industrial Training
Colombo12-2002
computer diploma course -
Sobrne
Colombo Sri Lanka01-2001
Modern Motor vehicle technology (M10) -
Ceylon German Technical training institute
Automobile technology course -
Mr. D.M. Dasanayaka Rotary International
Power Electrics course -
national youth service council Sri Lanka
English course -
University of Colombo
Car-O-Liner collision repair techniques course -
Thailand Training Center
Thailand Skills
- Cost estimation
- Preparing estimates
- Budget preparation
- Project scheduling
- Scheduling and planning
- Field oversight
- Supply management
- Negotiation
- Health and safety
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team development
- Written communication
- Communication
Languages
English, Fluent
Personal Information
Nationality: Sri Lankan
Languages
English
Professional
Sinhala
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Car-O-Liner training
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$90000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
ESTIMATOR
AMI MOTORHUB
12.2023 - 12.2025
Workshop Manager
Mozita Automotive
12.2022 - 11.2023
General Manager
Formula World (pvt) Ltd
09.2021 - 11.2022
Assistant Manager Maintenance
Foresight Engineering (pvt) Ltd
08.2021 - 08.2021
Assistant Work shop Manager
Access Motors (pvt) Ltd
10.2013 - 04.2021
Executive Quality Controller
Associated Motorways Ltd
03.2013 - 10.2013
Body Shop Supervisor
Nissan Company
12.2008 - 01.2012
Work Shop Supervisor(Jaguar Land Rover sole Agent)
Frontier Automotive Ltd
04.2004 - 12.2008
Diploma in Professional Business Management (DPBM) -
Aquinas University of Colombo
painter training course -
Akzo Nobel Sikkens
motor mechanic course - Automotive Engineering
National Apprentice & Industrial Training
computer diploma course -
Sobrne
Modern Motor vehicle technology (M10) -
Ceylon German Technical training institute
Automobile technology course -
Mr. D.M. Dasanayaka Rotary International
Power Electrics course -
national youth service council Sri Lanka
English course -
University of Colombo
Car-O-Liner collision repair techniques course -
Thailand Training Center