Koji Hasegawa
Christchurch
Summary
Proficient Automotive Refinisher known for exceptional attention to detail and effective organization. Proven track record in delivering high-quality surface results and fostering a collaborative team environment to enhance overall productivity.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Refinisher/Paint Shop Manager
Hussey Paint and Panel
Christchurch
03.2025 - Current
- Applied primers and finishes using spray guns, achieving high-quality surface results.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, cleaning, and masking to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
- Conducted color matching and mixing to meet customer specifications and vehicle standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace, enhancing efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to minimize hazards during painting operations.
- Mixed paint according to specifications and selected coating liquid to achieve desired colors.
Automotive Refinisher
Andrews and Gilmore Collision Centre
Christchurch
10.2024 - 03.2025
Automotive Refinisher
Bruce Raxworthy Panel and Paint
Christchurch
12.2022 - 09.2024
Automotive Refinisher/Paint Shop Foreman
Total Body Works
Christchurch
04.2019 - 12.2022
Automotive Refinisher/Paint Shop Foreman
Hesson and Bowry Collision Centre
Christchurch
08.2015 - 04.2019
Automotive Refinisher
Raxworthy European Ltd,
Christchurch
02.2013 - 02.2015
Mobile Automotive Refinisher/panel Beater
Kitakanto Clean Ltd,
Tokyo/Japan
03.2010 - 01.2013
Mobile Panel and Paint technician for most dealerships in Tokyo area. Do spot repairs on site bases.
Automotive Refinisher
Burks Metal Works
Christchurch
04.2007 - 11.2009
Automotive Refinisher
Total Body Works
Christchurch
07.2004 - 04.2007
Automotive Refinisher
Blackwell Motors
Christchurch
01.2001 - 07.2004
Automotive Refinisher/Custom Painer
Monky Magic Design Factory
Chiba/Japan
04.1995 - 11.1998
Design and custom painting for motorbikes and helmets
Education
Automotive Trades
CPIT-Christchurch Polytechnic-Entry For Motor Body Trades
Christchurch12-2002
High School Diploma -
Chiba Eiwa High School
Chiba, Japan03-1991
Skills
- Body filler application
- Clear coat application
- Organization and planning
- Paint application techniques
- Spot Repair
- Panelbeating
Certification
New Zealand National Certificate in Automotive Refinisher
Glasurit master painter certificate
Glasurit spot repair certificate
I-car corse Waterborne certificate
IELTS International English Language Testing System Academic module overall score 6.0
New Zealand Full Driving License, Full Motorbike License
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Automotive Refinisher/Paint Shop Manager
Hussey Paint and Panel
03.2025 - Current
Automotive Refinisher
Andrews and Gilmore Collision Centre
10.2024 - 03.2025
Automotive Refinisher
Bruce Raxworthy Panel and Paint
12.2022 - 09.2024
Automotive Refinisher/Paint Shop Foreman
Total Body Works
04.2019 - 12.2022
Automotive Refinisher/Paint Shop Foreman
Hesson and Bowry Collision Centre
08.2015 - 04.2019
Automotive Refinisher
Raxworthy European Ltd,
02.2013 - 02.2015
Mobile Automotive Refinisher/panel Beater
Kitakanto Clean Ltd,
03.2010 - 01.2013
Automotive Refinisher
Burks Metal Works
04.2007 - 11.2009
Automotive Refinisher
Total Body Works
07.2004 - 04.2007
Automotive Refinisher
Blackwell Motors
01.2001 - 07.2004
Automotive Refinisher/Custom Painer
Monky Magic Design Factory
04.1995 - 11.1998
Automotive Trades
CPIT-Christchurch Polytechnic-Entry For Motor Body Trades
High School Diploma -
Chiba Eiwa High School