Andy Colley
andy@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 529002

Andy Colley became Managing Director in 2019, moving up from Operations Director and taking over the role from his father, Ken Colley. As a grandson of the original founder, Eric Barnard, Andy represents a new generation of the family and initially started at Redhill in 2003, working in each area of the business to gain all-round experience.

Influential in moving the business forward, Andy has continually researched new technologies and manufacturing methods, and was instrumental in installing a new laser cutting machine in 2016, bringing significant quality improvements to Redhill’s processes and products.

Achieving the BSI Kitemark for Redhill’s range of Mobile Safety Steps in 2014 was a particular highlight for Andy, achieved after rigorous testing and revisions, and highlighting the company’s commitment to quality, safety and durability.

As the new Managing Director, Andy is focused on identifying efficiencies to help Redhill continually improve. This involves overseeing a new IT system, expanding the team and embracing new technologies to improve speed and accuracy, refine products, develop prototypes and build stock levels.

Core focus for the moment is building distributor relationships across the UK and globally, but mindful of the company’s long, local heritage, Andy is especially proud Redhill continues to be a family-run business, with a friendly, open and supportive culture. Testament to that is a loyal and dedicated workforce, many of whom have been with Redhill for over 35 years!

Sam Colley
sam@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 386347

Ross Anderson
ross@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 386347
Mobile: +44 (0)7572 064444

Sophie Bates
sophie@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 529002

Carly Laydon
carly@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 529002

Sandra Cole
hr@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 529002

Kevin Balcombe
kevin@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 529002

As one of Redhill’s longest serving members of staff, Kevin Balcombe knows the business inside out. After joining as a 17-year old apprentice in 1983, he spent two years on the shop floor, paint spraying, assembling, driving a fork lift truck and generally seeing how the company operated.

In 1989, he was appointed Works Manager which involves running the shop floor, updating drawings as the product range increases and resourcing the workplace with new machinery and ideas. Over the years, this has seen Kevin help with expanding the premises, bringing Redditek back in-house, introducing new Health & Safety standards, setting up a British Standard quality system, and overseeing machinery, security and fire systems.

A key change in 1992 involved the delivery of a new CNC tube-bending machine, the first of its kind in the UK, which could be programmed via computer, eventually leading to the computerisation of all functions. In 2016, Kevin oversaw the introduction of a laser cutting machine in 2016, transforming manufacturing capability; and in 2019, the addition of the Solid Works 3D CAD package, revolutionising drawing capability.

With 40 years’ experience, it’s no surprise to learn Kevin is generally one step ahead of everybody else when it comes to manufacturing knowledge. Kevin says he treats the company as if it were his own, which means leading by example, learning from mistakes and making time to laugh, at least once a day!

Robert Underhill
rob@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 529002

Sarah Cooper
accounts@redhill.co.uk
Office: +44 (0)1527 529002

Scott joined Redhill Manufacturing in 2003. In his current role he is responsible for leading the team who focus on the production of larger steps in the Redhill Steptek range.

Trevor joined Redhill Manufacturing in 1988. In his current role he is responsible for overlooking the finishing of all products and leading the associated team.