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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Shanda Carr

Pegwell Boggs

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with a focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Prison Officer

Ministry of Defence / HMP and Probation Service
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Maintained safety and security protocols within the facility, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Managed inmate behavior through effective communication and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop rehabilitation programs for inmates.
  • Engaged inmates in constructive dialogue, promoting positive behavioral changes and rehabilitation efforts.
  • Ensured prison security by conducting regular cell searches and maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Managed high-risk situations calmly and effectively, using de-escalation techniques when necessary.
  • Improved communication between staff members through regular meetings addressing concerns or sharing updates on prison operations.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.

Manager

Network Rail
02.2018 - 11.2023
  • Led cross-functional teams to streamline project delivery and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Developed strategic plans to optimize network performance and resource allocation.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and promoting a collaborative team environment.
  • Analyzed performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous enhancement initiatives.
  • Coordinated major infrastructure projects, managing timelines and stakeholder communication effectively.
  • Oversaw budget management processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial sustainability.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.

Combat specialist

Ministry Of Defence UK (Army) AGC (SPS)
05.2008 - 05.2018
  • As a Combat specialist, my role is to provide robust Role 2 light manoeuvre at very high readiness support to 16 Air Assault and (United Kingdom Special forces) UKSF.
  • These roles include:
  • Personnel Administration: maintaining Joint Personnel and personal records for all sub-unit personnel.
  • Support soldiers in warzones such as Afghanistan, Oman, Iraq. Also Cyprus, USA, Canada and across Europe.
  • Discipline records: producing timely unauthorised absence documentation.
  • Finance Docs: maintaining soldiers pay accounts in accordance with regulations.
  • Information Administration: staff support and operational duties.

Customer Operations

Nationwide Building Society (Temp Contract)
05.2014 - 12.2015
  • The primary focus of Customer Operations is to deliver industry leading customer service, putting the customer at the heart of everything we do.
  • Assisted with international/foreign Cheques and process them accordingly.
  • Handling internal memos and account switching for customers.
  • Check customers account details and make sure they are up to date.
  • Managing all customer's accounts and servicing on accounts and product offerings.
  • Meet and greet customers as they come in for meetings and appointments.
  • Deal with all their day-to-day needs through identifying what is right for the customer and showing customers different ways that we can help them.
  • Work with an operational team to handle multitudes of account activities for any of our 15 million customers on a daily basis.

Forestry Officer

Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry Division (TEMP Contract)
07.2006 - 06.2007
  • As a forestry officer, I was responsible for:
  • Inspection of the forest for hazards and recommend forest fire prevention or control Measures.
  • Conducted forest health assessments to evaluate ecosystem conditions and identify areas for improvement.
  • To report forest fires and report damages back to base by radio.
  • Implemented conservation strategies to protect wildlife habitats and promote biodiversity within managed areas.
  • Coordinated community outreach programs to educate the public on sustainable forestry practices and environmental stewardship.
  • Provided mutual aid to local law enforcement agencies as dispatched to combat crime and promote safe neighborhoods for citizens.
  • Ensured public safety by patrolling designated areas regularly, addressing potential hazards promptly, and enforcing rules consistently throughout the park grounds.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the park by adapting quickly to new challenges and continuously finding innovative ways to fulfill the mission of preserving natural resources for future generations.

Marine Engineering Mechanic

Ministry of Defence (Royal Navy)
02.2003 - 03.2006

My role as a marine engineering mechanic was to:


  • Operate hand and power tools associated with marine engines and assist with repairs.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to uphold safety and performance standards.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Assist in fabrication of equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
  • Test marine engine and equipment to determine needs for repairs or adjustments.
  • Perform repairs on gasoline and marine engines using schematic charts and Mechanical manuals.

Education

Certificate - Seven O Levels, Two A Level

Mountain View Secondary School S
ST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
01.2000

Bachelor in Sciences - Combined And Social Sciences

The Open University
United Kingdom
01.2016

Certificate A Level - Mathematics

Swindon College
United Kingdom
01.2015

Level 3 - Business Administration And Management

Institute For Administrative Management
United Kingdom
01.2013

Advance Military Administrator - Business Administration

Ministry of Defence
United Kingdom
01.2011

Basic Military Administrator -

Ministry of Defence
UNITED KINGDOM
01.2010

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Problem resolution
  • Risk management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Staff management
  • Strategic planning
  • Operations management
  • Project management
  • Conflict resolution

Accomplishments

  • Exemplary Military Record
  • University Graduate
  • SIA qualified
  • HMP and probation Service Custodial Officer Diploma
  • UK Qualified Athletics Coach and a Qualified Athletics Official.
  • Qualified Personal Trainer Level 3
  • International Fitness Competitor (Bodybuilding)
  • Victim Support Volunteer

Certification

  • Licence (Enhanced DBS Cleared)
  • Qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Aid Training Ltd (HSE): First Aid Qualified (Up to date)
  • C&G, Information Technology: Make selective use of IT L2
  • IT Maintenance for users L3
  • Word Processing Software L3
  • Spreadsheets Software L2
  • Presentation Software L2
  • Specialist or Bespoke Software L2
  • Use IT to Exchange information L2
  • Key Skills in Communication L2
  • Certificate in Adult numeracy L2
  • Key Skills in Application of Numbers
  • E- Skills UK: Apprenticeship: Information Technology
  • OCR Certificate: Personal Skills L2 (Skills for business)
  • Key Skills in Problem Solving L2
  • Institute for Administrative Management L2 and L3
  • Certificate: NCFE L2 certificate in Equality and Diversity in the workplace, Community and Society
  • Certificate: Digital Pioneering for MOD
  • Certificate UK Athletics: Athletics Official
  • Certificate in supporting victims of Anti-Social behaviour.
  • Certificate in supporting people with mental health.

References

References are available upon request.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading books
  • Sports (Body Building, Athletics)
  • Working with children, elderly people and disadvantaged individuals
  • Shopping
  • Karaoke
  • Travelling, Outside of work, I attend sports conferences and exhibitions in order to further my knowledge of my two favourite fields which are athletics and body building. I also compete for the United Kingdom in Bodybuilding UKBFF (Women’s wellness). I am part of the international team that represents the UK at shows in Barcelona, Finland and Spain in Elite shows like the Arnold’s classics, world Championships and European Championships. I volunteer at the local athletics club to coach children ages 7-17 years old. But my favourite thing I love most is to spend time with my family.

Personal details

UK Full Drivers Licence

Hobbies

I attend sports conferences and exhibitions in order to further my knowledge of my two favourite fields which are athletics and bodybuilding. 


I also compete for the United Kingdom in Bodybuilding UKBFF (Women’s wellness) competitions.  I am still part of the international team that represents the UK in Barcelona, Finland and Spain at Elite shows like the Arnold’s Classics, World Championships and EuropeanChampionships. 


I volunteer at the local athletics club to coach children aged 7-17 years old.

Timeline

Prison Officer

Ministry of Defence / HMP and Probation Service
01.2024 - 12.2024

Manager

Network Rail
02.2018 - 11.2023

Customer Operations

Nationwide Building Society (Temp Contract)
05.2014 - 12.2015

Combat specialist

Ministry Of Defence UK (Army) AGC (SPS)
05.2008 - 05.2018

Forestry Officer

Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry Division (TEMP Contract)
07.2006 - 06.2007

Marine Engineering Mechanic

Ministry of Defence (Royal Navy)
02.2003 - 03.2006

Certificate - Seven O Levels, Two A Level

Mountain View Secondary School S

Bachelor in Sciences - Combined And Social Sciences

The Open University

Certificate A Level - Mathematics

Swindon College

Level 3 - Business Administration And Management

Institute For Administrative Management

Advance Military Administrator - Business Administration

Ministry of Defence

Basic Military Administrator -

Ministry of Defence
Shanda Carr