Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
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Amber Richardson

Amber Richardson

Stewartby,Bedford

Summary

Reliable business professional with experience in project management and process improvement. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and managing costs. Adept at analysing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency. Excellent communicator who inspires trust and guides teams toward achievement of organisational goals. Passion for influencing people in creating a happy, successful and healthy lifestyle.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Hygiene Manager

Metlen via Bluewater Recruitment (TUPE)
Stewartby, Bedford
01.2025 - Current
  • Responsible for a team of cleaners to maintain standards of cleanliness on a busy work site.
  • Train new staff on cleaning methods and chemical awareness.
  • Maintain cleaning and training records to track staff performance and hygiene compliance.
  • Audit quality of cleaning activities and dealt with non-conformance promptly.
  • Test chemicals to determine strength, prevent wastage and meet cleaning objectives.
  • Order and manage stock of hygiene chemicals and consumables from suppliers.
  • Minimise waste to keep facilities and surfaces clean.

Hygiene Manager

Fernbright Ltd
Stewartby, Bedford
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Responsible for a team of cleaners to maintain standards of cleanliness on a busy work site.
  • Train new staff on cleaning methods and chemical awareness.
  • Maintain cleaning and training records to track staff performance and hygiene compliance.
  • Audit quality of cleaning activities and dealt with non-conformance promptly.
  • Test chemicals to determine strength, prevent wastage and meet cleaning objectives.
  • Order and manage stock of hygiene chemicals and consumables from suppliers.
  • Minimise waste to keep facilities and surfaces clean.
  • Trained employees in proper sanitisation practices for a safer work environment.

HMP Prison Officer

His Majesty's Prison Service
Bedford, Bedfordshire
03.2022 - 08.2023
  • Understood underlying security issues within designated working areas, successfully managing issues.
  • Supported offenders with rehabilitation programmes for positive prisoner outcomes and optimum public safety.
  • Performed thorough searches of prisoners and cells to reduce contraband items.
  • Supported offender development programmes, encouraging participation in educational and group activities to promote positive outcomes upon release.
  • Acted as professional role model to other staff and those within prison care.
  • Resolved incidents calmly, maintaining best-possible safety and security of prison staff and offenders.
  • Established meaningful working relationships to encourage positive approach to rehabilitation and personal development.

Claims Consultant

NHBC
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
06.2016 - 02.2022
  • Provided claims advice to clients, managing expectations and explaining claims processing timelines.
  • Managed allocated caseload of complex and high-value claims.
  • Achieved positive claim outcomes through careful case management.
  • Communicated with clients to gather data and evaluate service needs.
  • Recorded detailed, accurate claim particulars for reliable case notes.
  • Built and managed effective internal and external relationships with all involved parties.
  • Kept clients well-informed of claim updates and case progress.
  • Managed large client portfolio, prioritising claims in line with complexity and demand.
  • Escalated critical claims or complex situations to supervisor for review.

Claims Team Leader

Movianto
Bedford, Bedfordshire
11.2007 - 05.2016
  • Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
  • Documented and implemented standard operating procedures and work instructions to comply with audit and safety requirements.
  • Maintained positive employee relationships through communication, training and coaching.
  • Led performance reviews and tailored employee feedback to facilitate professional development.
  • Formed part of the project team to design, test and deliver a new internal system for performing activities in all aspects of the business.
  • Super user in management systems and Microsoft Office suite
  • Managed stock takes and batch recalls


Other positions held at Movianto included

  • Hay Grader
  • Employee Consultation Group representative for the duration


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design, Print and New Media

University of Luton
Luton
09.2005 - 06.2006

Higher National Diploma - Graphic Design

University of Luton
Luton
09.2001 - 06.2005

A-Levels - Art, Communication Studies, General Studies

Redborne Upper School and Community College
Bedford
09.1999 - 06.2001

GCSEs - Mathematics, English Language and Literature, Science, Art, Drama, Textiles, Geography, German

Redborne Upper School and Community College
Bedford
09.1997 - 06.1999

Skills

  • Excellent communicator
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Power point
  • Excellent knowledge of Customer order Management systems including SAP and Oracle
  • Experience and knowledge of Inventory and Logistics systems including PKMS, WMI, and Citrix
  • Excellent problem solver
  • Strategic planning and organisation
  • Customer relationship management
  • Process improvement
  • Reviewing existing and implementing new procedures
  • Change Management
  • Fast and committed learner

Affiliations

  • I have been a committed member of a local Amateur Dramatics Society for the last 35years, of which I am a serving member of the Committee, taking on additional duties such as social events coordination.
  • Also during my spare time, I love to spend time with my family and extended family, enjoying many days out exploring historical sites and buildings. We are also keen walkers and enjoy a gentle stroll on a Sunday afternoon or more challenging hike across the hills and mountains.
  • I love to travel and explore the real culture and food of the place I am visiting.
  • I love all things outdoors, especially gardening and working my allotment. There is nothing better than freshly grown produce, seeing and tasting your greatest efforts.

Accomplishments

Health and Safety Award July 2024

Health and Safety Award January 2025

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Hygiene Manager

Metlen via Bluewater Recruitment (TUPE)
01.2025 - Current

Hygiene Manager

Fernbright Ltd
10.2023 - 01.2025

HMP Prison Officer

His Majesty's Prison Service
03.2022 - 08.2023

Claims Consultant

NHBC
06.2016 - 02.2022

Claims Team Leader

Movianto
11.2007 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design, Print and New Media

University of Luton
09.2005 - 06.2006

Higher National Diploma - Graphic Design

University of Luton
09.2001 - 06.2005

A-Levels - Art, Communication Studies, General Studies

Redborne Upper School and Community College
09.1999 - 06.2001

GCSEs - Mathematics, English Language and Literature, Science, Art, Drama, Textiles, Geography, German

Redborne Upper School and Community College
09.1997 - 06.1999
Amber Richardson