Technical Director at Borough Broth (2025-11 – Present)
- Leading design, build, and commissioning of new production facility
- Establishing BRC-aligned technical governance and TACCP / VACCP risk frameworks
- Developing supplier approval, risk, and vulnerability processes
- Ensuring ongoing SALSA compliance and operational readiness for scale
- Advising MD and Board on compliance risk, capital investment, and long-term strategy
Head of Technical at Great British Confectionery Group (2025-01 – 2025-10)
Reason for leaving: Approached by Borough Broth for Director role
- Senior technical lead across multiple UK retail-facing sites
- Owned HACCP, TACCP, and VACCP systems; led audits and incident management
- Strengthened supplier assurance and technical governance
- Provided Board-level reporting on compliance, risk, and performance
Head of Technical & Product Innovation at OGGS (2021-03 – 2024-12)
Reason for leaving: Role made redundant due to sales decline
- Delivered BRC AA accreditation at first audit, establishing full QMS from start-up
- Designed and commissioned new manufacturing facility, supporting scale-up
- Led end-to-end technical and innovation strategy across 500+ SKUs
- Delivered patented, category-first product innovations
- Managed retailer technical relationships and compliance frameworks
Technical Manager (Interim) at Clive's Pies (2020-07 – 2021-08)
- Supported £1.5m factory build and commissioning
- Strengthened hygiene zoning, validation, and food safety systems
- Secured BRC accreditation, embedding robust technical standards
Technical Manager at Cakemiths (2019-09 – 2020-07)
Reason for leaving: Redundant due to COVID-19 impact
- Rebuilt failing Quality Management System and technical function
- Delivered Grade A BRC accreditation in 3 months, restoring audit compliance
- Implemented structured HACCP, traceability, and allergen control systems
Senior Technical & NPD Manager at Viva Foods (2017-10 – 2019-09)
- Implemented BRC Broker certification across business
- Led international supplier governance for branded and private label portfolios
- Ensured compliance with multiple global regulatory frameworks
Technical Manager at Interfish Ltd (2016-10 – 2017-09)
- Secured first-ever AA BRC accreditation, raising site to retail-ready standard
- Managed high-care operations in large-scale fish processing facility
- Key contributor to commissioning Europe's largest pelagic processing plant
Technical & NPD Manager at Viva Foods (2014-03 – 2016-09)
- Implemented and maintained QMS across global supply base
- Ensured BRC, IFS, ISO, and HACCP compliance
- Oversaw product development, labelling, and supplier approval
Technical Operations Manager at Monoluxury (2011-11 – 2014-01)
- Led technical and operational performance for hydroponic growing and ready-to-eat processing
- Implemented farm-to-pack governance model, linking production to processing
- Directed grower audits, supplier performance monitoring, and microbiological controls
- Supported design of SE Asia's first ready-to-eat salad processing facility
- Introduced process improvements to enhance yield, quality, and operational efficiency
Horticulture Manager at Ferring Country Centre (2008-09 – 2011-10)
- Managed commercial crop production, supplier relationships, and pest control systems
- Developed operational efficiencies and workflow improvements
- Supervised staff, implementing GAP compliance and reporting systems
Assistant Technical Manager at Fleurie Nursery (2005-05 – 2008-08)
- Supported GAP and HACCP implementation across commercial nursery operations
- Maintained crop traceability and regulatory compliance
- Assisted in developing procedures for safe fertiliser and spray use
- Contributed to internal audits and inspections, strengthening supplier and grower reporting
Royal Naval Leading Hand Chef at Royal Navy (2001-02 – 2005-04)
- Led operational catering teams in high-pressure environments
- Supervised preparation, service, hygiene, and team training
- Mentored junior chefs and coordinated kitchen operations to maintain high-quality standards
- Implemented process improvements for efficiency and safety
