What do you do?
I handle the day-to-day operations and ensure everything runs as efficiently as possible
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
A Mercedes EQS (My dream car)!
Sarah Ginham-Clegg
Assurance Director
What do you do?
I am responsible for HR, Health & Safety and the Total Information Management System and Auditing processes.
If you could choose any vehicle to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
I had a moped when I was at sixth form college and loved that I could zip anywhere, so would love to ride one again!
Stephen Clegg
CEO
What do you do?
Get in the way!
Favourite mode of transport and why?
1991 Land Rover Defender 110 – but it’s hard to put my finger on exactly why…
Amy
Operations Coordinator
What do you do?
I am responsible for ensuring all APHA and FSA collections are on time and successful
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
It would have to be a Ferrari, I have followed the F1 since a child with my Dad and have all the Ferrari merchandise.
AnneMarie
Head of Legal Services
What do you do?
I oversee all aspects of legal processes across the business
What was your favourite mode of transport and why?
My recently acquired fully electric car, it is a dream to drive, I can ‘refuel’ without leaving the house, and the colour is an amazing metallic red!
Callum
Workshop Manager
What do you do?
Overseeing workshop operations, staff, safety, scheduling, and compliance to ensure quality and efficiency.
Best road trip taken?
Driving from San Francisco to Los Angeles in a Ford Mustang!
Cherelle
HR Assistant
What do you do?
Support the business in all matters relating to HR and Recruitment and the onboarding of new employees.
Do you have any funny stories about getting lost while driving or using public transportation?
I once spent two hours driving round in circles through a well-known town because the slip road to the motorway was shut and I kept following the sat-nav every time it re calculated the route back to the slip road that was closed.
Cherise
HR Manager
What do you do?
We are the people function, supporting management and staff with compliant employment contracts, policies and procedures, well-being, training, development, and recruitment
What fictional mode of transportation would you like to travel in?
The Harry Potter Knight bus – being able to rush through traffic and squeeze through tight spots especially at rush hour without being seen, although I think I’d prefer softer braking!
Chris
Operations Manager and DGSA
What do you do?
I am responsible for improving staff performance and morale, developing and maintaining business relationships, and making strategic decisions
Do you have any funny stories about getting lost while driving or using public transportation?
I once got a train to Liverpool thinking I was getting a train to Birmingham
Craig
Assistant Operations Coordinator
What do you do?
As well as early morning bookings, I am responsible for reporting our performance on behalf of a couple of our clients.
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
The Ferrari F40, not only do we share a birth year. It was the last car designed by Enzo Ferrari.
Dan
Business Admin Apprentice
What do you do?
I book jobs onto our system for customers
Best road trip taken?
It would definitely have to be when we visited Snowdonia – beautiful scenery!
Darren
Operations Coordinator
What do you do?
Learn everybody’s role so that I can cover for holidays.
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be?
Ferrari 308 GTS from the series Magnum
Dickson
Warehouse Manager – Night
What do you do?
I brief/debrief drivers and ensure offloading, sorting and loading of consignments is handled effectively as well as attending to customer enquiries.
What’s been your best road trip?
Driving down Boterekwa (Wolfshall Pass) with my family whilst playing the song Boterekwa by singer Simon Chimbetu. Boterekwa is in my hometown of Shurugwi in Zimbabwe.
Edyta
Operation Coordinator – Secure
What do you do?
I organise the safe transportation of secure and confidential items, mainly documents, data files, hard drivers, and computer data storage.
What’s on your road trip wish list?
Travelling around Asia would be great, especially Tokyo.
Gary W
Warehouse Assistant
What do you do?
I spend time manning the phone to answer driver and customer queries. I also assist in the warehouse, arranging a checking the loads for the morning drivers to deliver.
What’s on your road trip wish list?
It’s more of rail trip, I’d love to travel the California Zephyr train from Chicago to LA.
Holly
Business Manager
What do you do?
I manage contracts, recruitment, and vehicle assignments, and support directors with meetings, presentations, and data analysis to ensure smooth operations.
If you could travel in any fictional mode of transportation, which would you choose and why?
Doc Brown’s DeLorean. I suppose I am drawn to the chaos of it!
James
Operations Coordinator Team Leader
What do you do?
Process booking, customer service, and arrange collection and deliveries for specific customers.
If you could travel in any fictional mode of transportation, which would you choose and why?
It would definitely be the Millennium Falcon, what Star Wars fan wouldn’t want a ride in the coolest vehicle in the Star Wars galaxy?
Jenny
Operations Coordinator
What do you do?
Liaise with drivers to ensure collection/deliveries are completed.
Favourite mode of transport and why?
Car, less people!
Jo
Accounting Manager
What do you do?
I reconcile bank statements, manage payables/receivables, prepare financial reports for Directors, ensure payroll is timely, oversee budgets, track expenses, and maintain accurate financial records.
Favourite mode of transport and why?
Would have to be a Canal Boat, as it allows you to take in the beauty of the countryside at a leisurely pace
Kieran
Assistant Operations Coordinator
What do you do?
Planning daily jobs to fit in with drivers runs, as well as the fleet insurance if our vehicles are involved in an accident.
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
Ferrari F40 it’s the greatest looking car ever made and a iconic 90’s classic as well as being the last car Ferrari Enzo approved himself.
Lee
Transport Planner
What do you do?
I plan driver routes for the next day using the Mandata software.
What’s on your road trip wish list?
I would love to travel round Europe in a Campervan
Luke
Vehicle Technician
What do you do?
I work in the Topspeed in-house workshop as a vehicle technician.
Have you ever had a celebrity sighting while travelling?
Whilst in Morecambe trying to find somewhere to have dinner, I spotted Tyson Fury driving past in a Volkswagen Passat!
Mark
Assistant Operations Coordinator
What do you do?
Assist with the planning of routes and communicate with the Drivers. I am also one of the members of staff that deals with Customer orders and requests.
Do you have any funny stories about travelling?
My first job meant travelling from Welwyn Garden City to Kings Cross London by train daily and more than once I would fall asleep on the journey home, miss my stop and wake up in Cambridge about 40 miles away!
Matthew
Workshop Assistant Manager
What do you do?
Conduct pre-inspections, repairs, and all servicing for the Topspeed vehicle fleet. Assist the workshop manager on all aspects when needed.
Best road trip taken?
Bosnia to South Greece port. Via Montenegro, Kosovo and Macedonia. Then back.
Maureen
Warehouse Assistant
What do you do?
Warehouse Assistant
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
It would have to be a Bentley!
Mel
Planning Team Leader
What do you do?
I support the team, and plan drivers’ routes
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
A BMW M3 competition, because I love the car.
Mirela
In-house Cleaner
What do you do?
I am responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the offices and communal areas.
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
Ford Mustang as it’s a fab looking car, and has some serious speed!
Ryan
Driver Manager
What do you do?
I manage drivers performance across the fleet while supporting them day to day helping develop them as a whole and deal with any concerns or issues the operations department have with any drivers.
If you could choose any car to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
The 1967 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 as I have always liked American Muscle cars!
Sam
Forensic Coordinator
What do you do?
I organise the transport of the forensic exhibits from various collection sites to specific labs for testing.
Do you have any funny stories about getting lost while driving or using public transportation?
I don’t get lost on the road, I’m a professional planner…. I make sure someone else is driving. Haha.
Shelly
Operations Coordinator
What do you do?
I process bookings, customer service and arrange collection and deliveries for specific customers.
If you could choose any car in the world to drive for a day, which one would it be and why?
A reliable one!
Steven
Warehouse Manager
What do you do?
Forklift and ADR trained Warehouse Manager supervising goods receipting, dispatching, and storage. Additionally, I oversee equipment, security, audits, fire alarm tests, and first aid.
What’s on your road trip wish list?
North coast 500 in Scotland, there are some amazing scenes – great for camping and making memories.
Taylor
Driver Engagement Coordinator
What do you do?
I engage with and support the drivers by encouraging communication and motivating drivers, I liaise with the operations team to help solve driver queries and supporting HR with recruitment and onboarding.
If you could choose any car to drive, which one would it be and why?
I would drive a Mercedes G Wagon because I love bigger cars and they look nice to drive.
Wiktor
Vehicle Technician Apprentice
What do you do?
I am learning on how to service and repair vehicles.
What’s on your road trip wish list?
It would have to be the USA to see the sights there, or alternatively go to Japan and see Mount Fuji.
Llewellyn (Lewie)
Leader of the Pack
Favourite Workplace Snack?
Anything!
Best place for a workplace snooze?
Upside down on the sofa in the MDs office
Myfanwy (Miffy)
Assistant to the Leader
Favourite Workplace Snack?
Only those handed to me by Jo!
Best place for a workplace snooze?
Under the boss’s desk!
Charlie
Office Dog
Favourite Workplace Snack?
I am partial to the odd treat from Joanne, Mark and Peter
Best place for a workplace snooze?
In my comfy bed in the office or on Joanne’s chair
