Our Team

Managing Director

Tom joined EOS on 1st October 2006 after 9 years with Nynas, the naphthenic oils manufacturer, in South Africa and the UK.

Tom has 30 years experience in the oil and chemical industries having worked for Mobil, Sasol, Sentrachem and Nynas before joining EOS. His qualifications include a degree in Chemistry and a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA).

As a Technical Sales Representative for Mobil Oil in South Africa, Tom was exposed to various grades of both paraffinic and naphthenic oils and greases in industrial applications including the supply of electrical oils to ABB’s local plant. With Nynas and EOS his experience has been focussed on commercial and technical support for the supply of naphthenic insulating, base and process oils. Over the years the standards and quality of the insulating oils have changed requiring a clear understanding of the miscibility and characteristics of the different oils to solve critical operational problems for customers.

“As the leading supplier, specialising in the offering of electrical oils and associated services to the electricity supply industry in the UK, we are well positioned to share our extensive technical- and service know-how to meet customer’s requirements in Europe. There is also an innovative approach to improving product and service expectations with our team of highly skilled and experienced personnel keen to assist customers.

The future for EOS is very exciting as we are implementing new innovative technologies and services to remain at the forefront of the industry in offering cost-effective methods to treat oil-in-service and provide leading-edge products to retain our competitive edge.”

Sales Manager

Andy has been with EOS since its formation in 1999, having previously worked with one of EOS’ predecessors Carless Refining and Marketing Ltd.

He started his career as a Student Apprentice with the Central Electricity Generating Board (CEGB) combining on the job training with block release at Watford technical college where he gained a Higher National Diploma in electrical power engineering as well as enjoying first hand experience in power system maintenance and protection, power station operations and nuclear emergency training.

After completion of his studies Andy was employed as a third engineer within the Rayleigh transmission division eventually becoming a Senior Authorised Person responsible for maintenance on high voltage systems up to 400kV. It was whilst working for the transmission division of the CEGB (later became National Grid) that Andy first came across the electrical oil services industry using tankers and mobile processing unite to facilitate transformer maintenance.

Now with over 25 years working within the electrical oil industry, Andy is an ambassador for both the company and customers alike. Customers value Andy’s vast technical knowledge and expertise in the area, specifically his ability to communicate the often complex insulating oil processes in a simple and manageable way.

“The continued success of EOS comes down to the people we employ, a small but dedicated and enthusiastic team of both Area Managers and technical operations staff. It is our honest, open and professional approach which has led us to build loyal relationships with our customers. We’re dedicated to the future of recycling used insulating oil and look forward to seeing the company continue to grow into the next 50 years and beyond.”

Plant & SHEQ Manager

Tony joined the team in 2001, having previously worked for three large oil and chemical manufacturers in quality and production roles.

As Plant & SHEQ Manager, Tony is responsible for the treatment of hazardous waste to create a product meeting industry specifications, overseeing the related process, engineering and maintenance functions, managing quality, health, safety & environmental arrangements and liaising with the competent authorities.

As well as his experience in the industry, Tony is supported by the knowledge that he has gained through a number of qualifications including:

• Bsc (Hons) Chemistry at University of Manchester; MRSC (Royal Society of Chemistry); Higher National Certificate in Science
• NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety; Graduate Member of IOSH
• Waste Management COTC (Certificate of Technical Competence) Issued through WAMITAB; NVQ level 4 in Hazardous Waste Management Operations
• Certificate in Environmental Management; Associate Member of IEMA

“The future looks really good for EOS. We’re the only purpose built plant to accept & treat large volumes of hazardous waste mineral insulating oil and produce a consistent, quality product fit for its original intended use.

Through careful consideration and planning we are able to continually adapt to changes in legislation and industry specification, while our high levels of customer service allow us to meet customer requirements.”

Operations Manager/Financial Controller/Base Oil Sales

Mike has been with the team since April 2000, having spent his entire career in the oil and chemical industry with companies such as Dexter Speciality Chemicals and Arizona Chemicals. He graduated university in 1988 with a degree in Accounting and Finance, before later qualifying as a Chartered Management Accountant in 1990.

When EOS was formed in 1999, it was a joint venture between Castrol UK and Carless. Mike was the first employee of the joint venture company as a result of both shareholders wanting to recruit a financial controller who was impartial and had not previously worked for either of the partners.

Mike now has a wide ranging role, which includes responsibility for accounting and finance, customer services and administration department, freight/transport, sales of base and process oils, raw material purchasing and stock control.

“EOS transformer oil is truly sustainable and renewable, we offer the electricity industry the opportunity to take an oil that is at the end of its life cycle and transform it back into an oil that is as good as new at a fraction of the cost of obtaining virgin oil.

The recent acquisition of EOS by HCS Group opens up a wealth of opportunity for EOS to expand its operations into Continental Europe and beyond.”