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Team Checkmate
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30+ YEARS
Exceptional industry standards
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Nationwide
Responsive teams UK-wide
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Fully certified
LPCB, Firas, BM Trada & ISO
Delivering mission-critical projects across the nation, meet the senior leadership team responsible for the continuing development of our company…
With almost a century of collective experience within our industry, our experienced SLT are responsible for making sure we 'get it right first time'. Displaying expertise, passion, and some questionable hobbies (balloon animal, anyone?), you can find out more about the faces behind our success here.
Our Executive Leadership Team
John Lewthwaite
Demonstrating a clear understanding of linking strategy to tactical plans, engaging people, and ensuring commercially viable delivery, John joined Checkmate as our CEO in March 2020, having previously spearheaded a comprehensive consultancy project to review our readiness for growth.
David Woffendin
Dave was appointed to the executive board in 2018, where he currently functions as our Chief Operating Officer (COO), overseeing all our projects UK-wide.
Gavin Slattery
Driven by innovation, strategy and results, Gavin joined the Checkmate team as our Chief Development Officer in March 2019. with over 15 years FM experience across multiple sectors, Gavin has worked for some of the largest international service providers.
Sophie Calverley
As a Chartered accountant with the ICAEW, Sophie brought her expertise to Checkmate in July 2020 as our Head of Finance.
Our Senior Leadership Team
Mick Rudd
Working in the construction industry for almost 3 decades, Mick is an expert on all things operational – and all things Checkmate.
Damien Ward
As a member of the IFE with a Degree in Construction Management and a Bachelor of Science in Fire Safety Engineering, Damien is our resident compliance expert.
Natalie Toas
Underpinning all business functions with her vast knowledge and expertise, Natalie is a senior HR professional who is passionate about making Checkmate a great place to work.
Colin Campbell
As a Chartered Member of the Institute of Safety and Health (IOSH), with over 20 years’ experience in the construction industry, Colin began his career as a scaffolder at the turn of the century working in the new build and industrial sector.
Our Accreditations
