Richard Chaffey Mbe Raf Acmi

Richard Chaffey MBE RAF ACMI is an experienced Quality Assurance Engineer at Ceres since October 2020, responsible for product build, testing, and customer release, as well as managing quality performance metrics and supporting the In-Service Support team. Previously, Richard served as Site Maintenance Manager and QA/SHEF advisor at Sussex Campervans Ltd, and as a Mechanical Electrical Engineer at Ibstock Brick, where expertise included maintenance in a fully automated plant. An Estate Manager for high-net-worth families from 2013 to 2017, Richard oversaw building and grounds maintenance. Richard's military background includes 29 years in the Royal Air Force, holding key roles such as Aircraft Engineering Manager, QA Manager, and Unit Movements Officer, focusing on quality assurance, safety, and logistics. Richard holds a HNC in Aerospace Studies and a certificate in Industrial Electrics, with early education at Kennet Comprehensive School.