Our Team
With a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the manufacturing of high-quality steel secure doors, our expert team are ready to assist you with your next project.
Results driven and personable, Simon is the founder and the continual driving force behind Metador. As a business leader for over 25 years, he draws on strong management skills and extensive knowledge of the industry to ensure products are tailored to client’s needs and Metador remains ever evolving. In addition, he is passionate about his employees, remaining true to the company ethos and ensuring set values are encompassed in every aspect of the business.
A customer-centric, dynamic leader, Rick guides and leads the sales and estimating teams with integrity. With over thirteen years of experience, he has a myriad of knowledge of the security door industry and exudes passion for the Metador team, continually placing the customer’s needs first to guarantee every process converts to a seamless client experience.
Focused on quality and talented for dealing with complexity, Tristan leads new product development for the business. His extensive experience and knowledge of the industry enables him to create new concepts and invaluable designs making Metador one of the fastest growing manufacturers of steel doorsets in the UK. Tristan is continuously working with both Sales and Operations to create products that are right first time, on time.
Chris oversees all aspects of financial control in the business. He holds an abundance of knowledge of budget handling, accounts, credit control and forecasting. Tenacious, efficient, with a wealth of experience, Chris remains at the core of all financial activities at Metador.
A results-focused Marketing Director with extensive experience of achieving business goals, David joined the team in 2019 with the aim to grow Metador to be the market-leading steel door supplier in the UK. David’s work with a range of recognisable brands and on award winning marketing campaigns makes him the perfect leader on the development of marketing strategies at Metador.
Working at a Senior Management level since 2004, Paul is responsible for all aspects of operational delivery here at Metador. With his attention to detail and pragmatic approach to his work he specialises in developing a strong Health and Safety culture across the business as well as empowering his team to ensure we exceed our clients expectations. Focused on success, he is passionate about his role and leads by example, making sure all aspects of operational delivery run smoothly and efficiently, whilst maintaining a focus on the needs of our clients.
Dean controls all production programming and Health and Safety at Metador and prides on his strategic, analytical approach to ensure all orders are manufactured and delivered efficiently. With many years of experience in his current role and previous successes in other manufacturing industries; Dean strives to ensure all products meet and exceed the expectations of Metador’s clients. His talent for providing ongoing production training allows employees at Metador to develop to their full potential.
Dedicated, customer focused and pragmatic, Lindsey manages the busy production and delivery schedules at Metador. Drawing upon deep manufacturing knowledge from her wealth of experience in the logistics, travel and motor hire industries, Lindsey prides herself on creating a smooth process between customers, suppliers, couriers, and internal departments.
Christine Turnbull
Customer Service Manager
Christine joined Metador in 2019 with extensive experience in the manufacturing sector, after succeeding in a range of admin, customer service and sales roles. As Customer Service Manager at Metador, Christine thrives in building relationships with clients and offering them the best possible experience.
Passionate and energetic, Fred is a key part of the Metador team in offering invaluable advice to his clients. Fred has an exceptional ability at building customer relationships and guiding them through the complexities of the products on offer. Whether a new customer or a long lasting client, Fred will answer all enquiries and is passionate about ensuring the Metador brand remains respected in the industry as a manufacturer you can trust.
Enthusiastic, hardworking, and based in our southern sales office, Marcus has a passion for creating and building long term customer relationships. He uses his many years of sales experience, belief in the brand and solutions orientated mindset, to provide a client experience that reflects all that is Metador.
Organised and progressive in her approach, Siobhan has a wealth of experience in Sales and Customer Service. Siobhan prides herself on building strong relationships with new customers at Metador and ensuring they are provided our renowned five star customer service.
Enthusiastic and dedicated, Adam puts his years of sales and account management to the test each day. Adam takes a personal responsibility for each of his customers, making sure they enjoy the full Metador experience every time.
Dedicated and thorough, Lewis is responsible with consulting and advising clients on any technical enquiries. A key part of the estimating team, he goes above and beyond to ensure all clients receive the best product for their requirements at a competitive price.
Methodical and detail focused in her approach, Carlin offers years of knowledge and experience of manufacturing and supplying steel door sets. She strives to ensure all new and existing quotes are dealt with efficiently and products are estimated at the best possible price.
Initially trained as an Engineer, Joel has served his time quoting/tendering work and managing various size mechanical projects across the UK. Since joining Metador in 2019 as an estimator, his attention to detail and thorough, precise working style has expanded the estimating department and helped to cope with the ever-growing, popular demand of the company.
Ken joined Metador in 2019, taking over the purchasing role in the operations department. As a highly focused individual with excellent attention to detail, Ken takes great pride in managing the stock, despatching products and maintaining excellent supplier relationships.
Responsible for all CNC drawings and punch plans at Metador, Rob is a dynamic and resourceful CAD Designer. Disciplined and committed to meeting targets and deadlines, Rob is continually experimenting with innovative new designs to ensure Metador meets and exceeds client’s requirements.
Luke has a meticulous attention to detail and is responsible for all customer drawings here at Metador. Flexible and dynamic, Luke offers over 9 years of experience and provides an innovative approach to all future designs at Metador.
Previously a member of the Royal Navy, Matthew joined Metador as a door fabricator and technician. After several months of this, he moved into the drawings team and is a strong member for programming our CNC machine for fabrication of the doors.
Manying joined Metador in 2019, after many years of working in marketing communications for trade and manufacturing businesses across the North East. With her focus on ensuring Metador continues its year-on-year increase in demand, Manying manages marketing duties and campaigns for the quickly-expanding business.