↳ THE STORY

Making access simple.

16 years in powered access. 11 years almost entirely focused on spider lifts. Based in Barnsley, working Scotland to Southampton.

"Explain problems and solutions as simply as possible, but no simpler."

I specialise in powered access challenges that others find complex—from tight doorways to delicate surfaces, awkward angles to sensitive sites.

I match the right machine to your specific challenge, ensuring safe, cost-effective access that gets the job done first time. No surprises, no fluff.

↳ THE NERD STATS

  • Experience16 Years
  • SpecialismSpider Lifts
  • LocationBarnsley, UK
  • CoverageNational

↳ PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY

Feb 2025 - Present

AFI-Rentals Group

CURRENT ROLE

Technical Field Sales - Spiderlift & Wilson Access

Making access simple for UK businesses through expert Spiderlift and Truck Mount solutions. Specialising in powered access challenges that others find complex - from tight doorways to delicate surfaces, awkward angles to sensitive sites. My methodology: explain problems and solutions as simply as possible, but no simpler.

May 2023 - Feb 2025

Wilson Access (AFI Group)

Track Mount Coordinator (Spider-Man)

Managed comprehensive hiredesk operations for Wilson Access. Orchestrated nationwide fleet logistics and scheduling for tracked MEWPs. Liaised with customers over major infrastructure projects including rail and telecommunications.

Jan 2023 - Present

MewpHub

Co-Creator

A site planning platform for the powered access industry. Machine comparisons, berthing plans, site surveys, and grid references. Built for access professionals.

May 2021 - May 2023

Rise Platforms

Company Director

Strategic leadership and operational management of a specialized access rental business.

Apr 2019 - May 2021

Spiderlift

Sales Manager

Managed national sales for one of the UK's dedicated spider lift specialists.

Feb 2020 - Feb 2021

All The Way Up Podcast

Podcast Host

Exploring the powered access industry through candid conversations with tree surgeons, hirers, and dealers. Handled everything from recording to editing.

Jun 2019 - Jan 2020

TSS Tracked Spider Sales (Now CMC UK)

Co-Founder

Led strategic growth initiatives and factory inspections. Developed marketing strategy and core infrastructure. Business later acquired by CMC UK.

Apr 2017 - Apr 2019

Tracked Access Platforms LTD

Sales Manager

Specialised sales management for tracked access solutions.

Jan 2011 - Mar 2017

AFI Group of Companies

Sales & Track Mount Specialist

Progressed from Telesales to Team Leader and eventually Track Mount Sales Coordinator. Honed the skills needed to coordinate complex nationwide hires.

"I match the right machine to your specific challenge, ensuring safe, cost-effective access that gets the job done first time."