People

Barry Robinson – Owner/Director

Barry Robinson has a wealth of knowledge and considerable experience within the industry. Starting over 30 years ago for a national company as a driver, Barry soon found his niche in the transport planning office organising drivers and vehicles to meet customer demands, progressing in his career to Transport Manager and Senior management roles with International companies within the Industry.

In 2009 Barry decided to start his own Distribution business, initially with just 3 Transporters, today after a very interesting and challenging 8 years, Barry now operated over 50 Transporter of various configurations, a car storage division and a warehousing and distribution arm and has created over 60 local employment positions.

“Barry attributes the company’s success to its extremely high levels of customer service and its open and honest working relationship with its clients”.

“We have a very loyal clientele base and still operate today with customers who were with us when we first started our new business venture. We provide and deliver a very personal service meeting challenges and demands from our customers in a most satisfactory manner. There is always a solution in this complex industry of vehicle logistics”

Stephen Butler – Traffic Allocator

Steve joined the company in 2016, he brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience to Robinsons group. Having worked in vehicles logistics since leaving the services in 1992 Steve is accountable for planning and organising of the fleet movements on a daily basis, ensuring we meet client expectations and requirements.

Fleet utilization is a vital part of our business and Steve meets head on the challenge in this ever-demanding industry, ensuring the reduced impact on the environment by minimizing empty running and accurate routing.  Key Performance Indicators also form a major part of his responsibilities so that both Robinson and the clients can analyse performance.

Flexibility is vital for the variety of product moved, ranging from racing cars to Portugal, to white vans to John O Groats. Communication with clients is imperative for the smooth running of the operation.

Bill Newlands – Driver Manager

As the Driver’s Manager Bill brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the company as he has spent over 26 years in the transport industry. His “can do” attitude means our clients are always given the very best service.
Bill has a daily responsibility for vehicle maintenance and vehicle availability along with driver training and assessment.

Bill ensures that the company operates within and to the latest legal legislation remaining compliant at all times

Jacqueline Wilson – Financial / Office Manager

Jackie heads up and oversees the office administration and accounts department, as one of the most recent member of the team she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience having spent over 15 years shaping and developing other business.

Her extensive knowledge of Financial management and Company Law through to Human Resources and Health and Safety, provides crucial support to the organisation.   Jackie plays a vital role in developing and growing Robinsons group.

Sharon O’ Nions – Purchase ledger

Sharon has worked for Robinsons for many years and has been an integral part of the growth of the company.

Sharon has responsibility for processing invoices and payments from suppliers in a timely and efficient manner, her approach is very disciplined and she always has a willingness to assist others.

Ellie Watson – Sales ledger

Ellie started her working life with Robinson as a trainee. Her enthusiasm for dealing with all aspects of Sales Ledger activities has made Ellie a valuable and committed member in the accounts department, her flexibility and attention to detail ensure our customers receive accurate and timely invoices making each transaction easy.

Ellie is always willing to help a customer with their requirements.