Meet The Team

Aidan Pirie - Sales (Egremont)
Internal Sales Adviser

Aidan joined in 2015 and likes rugby, football, golf and the gym.

Alex Potts - Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Sales Adviser

My name is Alex Potts.

I have been at Thomas Grahams since 2021 working in the sales office.

When I’m not in work I follow Carlisle united home and away. I have 3 Labradors who take up a lot of my time. I enjoy going out on weekends with friends and have been known to enjoy the odd pint or 3.

Amy Cross - Sales (Carlisle)
Workwear & PPE Specialist

I joined September 2014 and I am the workwear & PPE expert. I have had previous experience as an investment and mortgage advisor and I like to spend my time horse riding and using flying knee's in my self defence classes.

Arthur Perie - ASM
(Kendal)

Arthur joined us in 2009. He loves rugby union, golf and Latin American dancing.

Ben Hetherington - Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Sales Adviser

My name is Ben

I been at Thomas Graham since February 2019 , started in goods in and now in the sales office.

Outside of work I play squash in Yorkshire and northwest league and I play golf but only in fair weather.

I also love football, following Liverpool QPR and a watchful eye over Carlisle United.

Ben Shennan - Sales (Carlisle)
Welding Specialist

I joined us in 2013 and was a vehicle spray painter for 13 years beforehand. Gym, playing football, supporting Liverpool and watching Moto GP with my family are just some of the things you'll find me doing outside of work.

Chloe McLean - (Egremont)
Admin Assistant

Chloe joined us in 2018 as an apprentice which she has recently completed. Chloe loves the gym, spending time with friends and family and fell walking.

Christine Hardie - Steel Sales (Carlisle)
Steel Purchasing Officer

Christine has been with us since 2011 and specializes in steel purchasing with previous experience in our steel sales team. Christine is an avid gym buff, loves socialising with her friends and going on holiday with the family, also, has confessed she can't go a day without cleaning.

Curtis Goddard - Steel Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Steel Sales

Hi, my name is Curtis I am one of the new faces in the steel sales department.

I am new to the steel industry but learning lots with help to all the team. Previously I have been in management in the hospitality sector, so this is something completely new to me.

I enjoy hiking and my goal this next year is to finish the wainwrights in the lake district, and then hopefully onto Scotland next. I am also a big fan of music and love getting out to gigs here, there and everywhere.

David Harrison - Steel Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Sales Adviser

"The self proclaimed ‘Man of Steel’ joined us back in 2019. His biggest achievement was completing the Otley run in under 5 hours! ""Born in Wigton but made in Thomas Grahams"" he joined with no previous experience in the industry, but has extensive experience in customer service and studied business management in university.

David Wood - Sales (Kendal)
Assistant Branch Manager

David has been with us since 2008. He loves watching and playing football and keeps active whether he's on the pitch or running in the countryside.

Dawn Swindlehurst - Sales (Kendal)
Accounts Executive

Dawn joined us in 2005 and previously worked in a bank for over 25 years! Dawn is a Gold Slimming World Consultant, helping people improve their health and enjoys golf.

Ewan Parish - Sales (Carlisle)
Sales Manager

I joined back in 2007 as an IT Assistant and have worked my way up to Sales Manager of Carlisle! I love my sports whether it's just watching or taking part and I have my hands full with two "boisterous" boys.

Hannah Pattinson - Sales (Carlisle)
Hygiene Specialist (Internal)

I have been part of the team since 2017 and am our Internal Hygiene Specialist. I spend my time supporting whichever team is doing well right now (Liverpool) and relaxing with my friends and family.

Ian McQuire - Sales (Egremont)
Assistant Branch Manager

Ian has been with us since 2009 and has a combined experience of over 30 years with sales within the engineering sector. Ian loves football, rugby, walking, cycling, swimming and has a personal highlight of a rugby team he coached reaching a finals at Twickerman (home of rugby). He wishes there was more time in the day!

Jack Wilson - Sales (Morecambe)
Assistant Branch Manager

Jack has been with us since his half term holidays back in 2007! Starting off his career in the warehouse he has had a few roles within the company - repairs, counter supervisor and now Key accounts Manager. He's a big fan of playing golf & enjoys watching sport - Football, Rugby League and Golf.

Jodie McCracken - Steel Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Sales Adviser

I work in Carlisle steel sales and I am also QA Coordinator.

When not at work, you’re most likely to find me up a mountain, on a yoga mat or away in our campervan.

I have a miniature long haired dachshund called Alfred and 3 mini-lop eared bunnies, Mabel, Mavis and Norman.

Joe Smith - Sales (Kendal)
Kendal Branch Manager

Joe joined us back in 2001 with a background experience of nearly 10 years in the fasteners industry. He loves playing a few holes of golf and watching football with his friends.

John Weller - ASM
(Carlisle) - Steel

I have worked at TG now for 15 years, mainly on Steel and I still get called Jason Donovan!

Outside of work, main interests are music, truthfully gardening now that I am old and sipping a whiskey at my caravan by the coast

Karen Blaylock - Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Sales Adviser

I joined Thomas Graham in 2000 and I do not know where the time has gone. I have always enjoyed working in our busy sales office in Carlisle and helping our customers, many of whom have become friends over time. A lot of people are surprised by my product knowledge as they do not always expect a Mum of 2 looking after her busy family to also know what size tap and drill you might need, but it’s amazing what you can pick up over the years, but maybe don’t ask me to drill and tap the hole! I now enjoy mentoring new members of the Sales team and passing on my experience although I look forward to many more years working at TG’s.

Karen Fitzpatrick - Sales (Kendal)
Internal Sales Adviser

Karen Joined us in 2001 and her hobbies include running, watching live music and spending time with family and friends

Leah Pearson - Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Steel Sales

Hey I’m Leah, I am in my first year of steel sales at TG’s.

Previously I worked as welder/fabricator, with over 7 years’ experience.

I am a farmer’s daughter so if I’m not at work you can find me driving the tractor or in the lambing shed.

I also have 2 cocker spaniels, Bonnie & Oakley.

Liam Hodgson - Sales (Egremont)
Internal Sales - Nuclear

Liam joined us in 2016 and has vast experience in sales always looking for the best deals for his customers. Liam Loves watching speedway and practices falconry.

Matthew Smith - Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Sales Adviser

I joined back in February 2009 with previous experience as a welder/fabricator. My pass times are playing with his dog and being upset with Manchester United.

Nathan Sturrock - Welding Specialist (Carlisle)
Welding Specialist

Hi, my name is Nathan.

I have been at Thomas graham for 18 months and currently work in sales as a welding specialist.

I was a welder for five years prior to my time at TGs and still very much enjoy it.

I love to play/watch football and am a Liverpool fan

Phil Green - Sales (Morecambe)
Morecambe Branch Manager

Phil has been with us for over 10 years and has worked in the industrial supply sector for 35 years and managed his first branch with CFM when he was just 20 years old. He loves all sports, but these days you'll find him down at the golf course in his free time.

Vicki Todhunter - Steel Sales (Carlisle)
Steel Division Manager

I started with Thomas Graham steel division back in 2013!

Although being in the steel industry for decades, ( not wanting to divulge my age too much), my highlight has been working here at Thomas Graham’s as it’s a great company to work for with the best people.

My hobbies outside work are DJing, music in general, running and spending time with family and friends.

Luke Galloway-Smith - Steel Sales (Carlisle)
Internal Steel Sales

Hello, I'm Luke!

I've been part of Team Steel here at the Carlisle since the end of 2021!

If I'm not in the office, you'll find me at the gym, or outside exercising. Weekends often mean beer time with the lads, or chill time with the cat!

Stephen Fraser - Senior Service Engineer (Carlisle)
Senior Service Engineer

I have worked in the welding industry for 25+ years, repairing welders, plasma’s and other plants. I enjoy a few pints of Blackthorn on the weekend as well as coaching U14's football team.

Lewis Graham - Service Engineer (Carlisle)
Service Engineer

I've been at TGs for over 4 years now, before this I was on doing an Engineering course which helped me learn the basics of engineering. This helps me with my day to day in my current role as a Welding Service Engineer. Outside of work I enjoy going to the gym with mates and following CUFC.

Tom Hall - Welding Manager (Carlisle)
Welding Manager

I have been with the company for just over two years and can honestly say that Thomas Grahams is a fantastic place to work!! My passions lie in the outdoors, being a keen fell runner and surfer, keeping our outdoor spaces in top condition is a key priority of mine.

Kieran Little - Workshop Supervisor (Carlisle)
Workshop Supervisor

I have worked for Thomas Graham over 5 years now, coming from an Engineering course in college. I started out as an apprentice in the workshop and have enjoyed every minute, I have a good knowledge of welding, power tools etc. I enjoy football, going to the gym & going for a few pints.