The Pland Team

sduree@plandstainless.co.uk

Steve, our leader, started with Pland in the early 80’s and having worked in many roles now co-owns the Company. He now directs the Company and is responsible for key accounts and export sales. Outside work he spends many happy hours touring on his motorbike.

RHaigh@plandstainless.co.uk

Russell joined the team in July 2016 as Financial Controller after 8 years in similar roles at Leeds based Maney Publishing. Outside work Russell enjoys lots of outdoor activities like cycling, climbing and kayaking.

DJohnson@plandstainless.co.uk

Dean joined us in 2006 as Development Engineer progressing into his current role overseeing the Technical & Purchasing side of the business. Outside work Dean likes cycling, walking and anything that keeps him busy. Dean has over 15 years experience in technical and purchasing roles at Pland and spends most of his time in new product development.

CLeadbeater@plandstainless.co.uk

Direct Dial 0113 224 4487

Callum joined our sales team in 2022 having previously worked in the hospitality sector. So he’s certainly seen lots of Pland products in situ.  So, if you have any questions on any product please give him a call. Outside work Callum is kept very busy with his three young children.

ASmith@plandstainless.co.uk

Direct Dial 0113 224 4488

Alex started working with Pland as an apprentice in 2017 after leaving the Morley Academy school.  His role is now in Sales, where he processes orders and deals with incoming calls, providing prices and lead times for standard and non standard products. His hobbies outside work are watching football and rugby.

mcoop@plandstainless.co.uk

Tel 0113 263 4184

Max joined Pland in September 2024 to start a career in engineering. His role currently involves modelling and programming. Max lives in Dewsbury, aand attends University in Leeds city centre for a day a week whilst doing his 2 year apprenticeship working towards a level 4 HNC in engineering. Outside work Max enjoys playing rugby.

RHardcastle@plandstainless.co.uk

Robin started with Pland in 1993 and served his time in our sheet metal work department. He progressed as Team Leader in that department and found his niche as a Design Engineer offering technical advice and drawing bespoke products in our Technical Department.

KWalker@plandstainless.co.uk

Direct Dial 0113 224 4489

Karla has been with Pland since 2008, hired originally as a receptionist she now assists in the Finance team. Outside work she enjoys spending time with her family at home with her husband and son and to do a spot of baking in her spare time.

tcunningham@plandstainless.co.uk

Direct Dial 0113 224 4499

Toby lives very locally to Pland and grew up in the area. He joined the team in August 2024 after finishing a level 2 qualification at college in electrical installation. As a Technical Apprentice his role involves programming, flattening 3D product files and working with production. He still goes to college once a month as part of a 5 year apprenticeship which takes him to a level 4 HNC. Outside work he enjoys spending time with friends and family.

efrank@plandstainless.co.uk

Tel 0113 263 4498

Ellie is the SHEQ Manager at Pland, so has responsibilities for Safety, Health, Environment and Quality within the business. It’s a key role where she carries out inspections, audits and the updating of policies and procedures for our manufacturing business. Outside work Ellie enjoys sports, she both plays and watches football and likes to spend time with her family.

cmitchell@plandstainless.co.uk

Direct Dial 0113 263 4184

Craig joined Pland in May 2023 after almost 40 years of experience in similar businesses. His key focus is working with customers on their design requirements and with our production team on process improvements, as part of a continuous improvement program. He leads the team that creates 2D and 3D designs/drawings to suit customer requirements and that research & develop new and existing products, owning the process from concept to manufacture. Outside work he enjoy travel, keeping fit (including walking & boxing) and listening to music. He also play the drums!