Meet the Shred Station Team
The Shred Station family has grown massively since opening our doors in 2008, and we now have staff members across the entire United Kingdom in various offices and depots. For most of our customers, you may only ever meet our shredding operatives face-to-face. But there is a lot of work behind the scenes that has made our operations possible, and our office and field-based staff are always happy to help.
SIMON
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since formation in 2008!
What does your average day at work look like? Chaos
What do you enjoy most about your job? The ability to de-stress by destroying something!
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? The burger van opposite our office so I stop going to it!
What are three things on your bucket list? Swim with sharks, visit Antarctica, and to jump from a helicopter
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Approachable
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Our carbon neutral status and an extensive list of accreditations
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I can knit!
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Wilson, Estrella and sun cream.
Kristian – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? 2nd June 2020
What does your average day at work look like? I’m now into my fourth month here and it’s already been quite a journey. I don’t really have an average day – I could be out on the road meeting customers, suppliers and colleagues or in any of our offices working with the team on marketing, processes, bids and sales, to wandering around the warehouses catching up with the team. I’ll be getting involved with anything and everything while also looking at strategy alongside Simon and delivering improvements and innovations to the business so we’re always one step ahead
What do you enjoy most about your job? Winding up Oli. But also I like the variation and scope, it’s nice to be involved in all aspects of the business and be able to make positive changes that hopefully benefit our staff and our customers
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Covid
What are three things on your bucket list? I’d love to build a house one day, travel the world and see my son grow up happy
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Follicly challenged and bad at maths
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? I think this is easy – we’re unique because we truly do put the customer at the middle of our offering. We have the infrastructure to provide whatever a customer requires while being agile enough and with a fast decision-making structure to turn anything around without delay
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I once had an audition for an ITV drama. I didn’t get it. Probably why I’m here writing this & not signing autographs in Hollywood
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Is it too cheesy to say my wife and boys? Outside of that a football, sun cream and plenty of beers.
ROSS – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2017
What does your average day at work look like? Numbers, numbers, the odd few letters
What do you enjoy most about your job? Analysing the numbers and data, and trying to predict the future
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Receiving cold calls
What are three things on your bucket list? Climb Kilimanjaro, have breakfast with giraffes in Kenya, play a round on Old Course St Andrews
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Witty – or maybe that’s how I would describe myself
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? No job is too big, small or far, and we never say no
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: That would be telling
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Plenty of flares, a solar-powered torch, survival knife.
OLIVER – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2008
What does your average day at work look like? Busy, productive, stressful, tiring, entertaining and rewarding all rolled into one!
What do you enjoy most about your job? A different challenge every day and working with great people
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Traffic wardens as they have no soul
What are three things on your bucket list? Swim with great white sharks (in a cage), go to a World Cup Final, preferably with England and see them win, and to visit all seven continents
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Blockhead
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? We never say no!!
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I’m obsessed with giraffes
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? For practical use: a boat, flares and some peanut butter…
MARTIN – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2010, over 10 years!
What does your average day at work look like? 2 monitors and a very messy desk
What do you enjoy most about your job? Every day is a new and different challenge, also my colleagues
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Bing Bunny
What are three things on your bucket list? Watch Queen live, they don’t tour much these days for some reason. Watch England win the football world cup. Win the Euro Millions.
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Loud
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Carbon neutral company
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: That would be telling!
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Phone, pair of shorts, lifeboat.
Tom – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since summer 2017
What does your average day at work look like? Looking at my handsome operations coordinator buddy
What do you enjoy most about your job? Looking at my handsome operations coordinator buddy
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Songs of Praise
What are three things on your bucket list? Watching the Ashes in Australia, going to a FIFA World Cup final and being trapped on a desert island…
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Houdini
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Here at Shred Station, we make every customer feel wanted and supply the customer with a great deal of confidence
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: There are probably good reasons you don’t know
Which three items people would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Margot Robbie, Michelle Keegan and Demi Mawby
Alex T – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? February 2020
What does your average day at work look like? Lots and lots of emails and tea
What do you enjoy most about your job? Great team, great environment, always busy
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Piers Morgan, because I hate his face
What are three things on your bucket list? Go skydiving, travel the world, compete in a kickboxing tournament
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? A nuisance
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Very competitive prices, great team, carbon neutral service, well run
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I have a 2nd Dan black belt in Taekwondo, and a PADI Licence
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Xbox, TV, Solar Panels
Scott H – Field Based
How long have you been at Shred Station? February 2019
What does your average day at work look like? My job role mainly focuses on identifying ideal Shred Station customers. I research and engage in conversations with said prospects to identify their importance of safeguarding information in accordance with Data Protection Legislations (GDPR). This allows me to personally visit a variation of companies in different sectors where I conduct a site survey to help highlight areas of potential risk and provide recommendations to help improve security and compliance when handling and disposing of data
What do you enjoy most about your job? Helping companies put measures in place to better safeguard people’s data
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Traffic
What are three things on your bucket list? 1. Scuba diving 2. Family skiing holiday 3. Go to Twickenham to watch England vs Ireland
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Bold and Old
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Having worked in the industry for many years, I know Shred Station’s approach to customer satisfaction is second to none. And that makes me proud to engage with prospects, knowing we can deliver what I promise!
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I was born in Germany and lived there for the first 7 years of my life.
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Paddleboard, fishing-rod, photo of my family.
LIAM – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since January 2019
What does your average day at work look like? Two computers, a phone screen and a window overlooking the yard
What do you enjoy most about your job? The people
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Bepop and Rocksteady
What are three things on your bucket list? Go to space, go to a FIFA World Cup final, see the remaining Wonders of the World
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Hilarious
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? The incredible desire to be the best
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I was the Milky Bar Kid back in 2000
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Bear Grylls, Steve Backshall, sun cream
DARREN – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2016
What does your average day at work look like? Wake up at 4 am, go to bed at 8 pm.
What do you enjoy most about your job? Everything
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Martin – think everyone will agree
What are three things on your bucket list? Travel more, retire, win the lottery
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Grumpy
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? The team behind it
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Stella, BT Sport, my daughter
MARC – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? 669 days, 3 hours, 44 minutes and 30 seconds at the time of writing (since 2017)
What does your average day at work look like? As the company’s HSEQ Compliance manager, my function is to manage and maintain the Integrated Management System for Health, Safety, Environment and Quality procedures, primarily in accordance with ISO 9001 and 14001, whilst aspiring to achieve 27001 and 45001 across the business. I assist each destruction facility team and their managers by recognising hazards, seeking to minimise risks whilst creating maintaining and improve the health, safety, environmental and quality standards. Being responsible for the development of effective and proactive strategies for managing HSEQ risks, and for improving HSEQ performance brings with it diversity. No single day is the same…! I strive to work closely with the team around me to ensure business priorities and compliance requirements are aligned, endeavouring to ensure the business is legally compliant with all relevant legislation.
What do you enjoy most about your job? The most effective people managing HSEQ compliance know that changing behaviour and culture is much more than writing rules and training employees to follow them. I praise employees when they choose safe behaviours, solicit participation and aspire to be a shining example of HSEQ best practices whilst maintaining openness. I enjoy working with people to achieve the necessary legal standards and accepted good practices. The position here at Shred Station has tremendous variety.
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? The initial thing that springs to mind is irritating neighbours (don’t get me started), however, the judicial system may use this as evidence. Therefore, I’ll go with my wife’s hairbrush! I’m forever being asked if I’ve seen it…
What are three things on your bucket list? Dress up like Michael Myers and scare the living daylights out of people… wa haha! Visit Christ the Redeemer. Watch my beautiful daughter grow old.
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Professional..!?
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? It’s superior customer service. Great interactions begin with knowing your customers wants and needs, and Shred Station have a superb, dedicated and passionate team that go over and beyond in order to achieve this.
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I believe in God, the father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? A multi-tool, a hand-operated desalinator, travel insurance.
CHRIS – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2015
What does your average day at work look like? Like a swan, calm above the surface but paddling hard underneath
What do you enjoy most about your job? Meeting clients in different industries
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Miserable people
What are three things on your bucket list? Take my family to Disney World Florida, play bowls in Australia, and have my wife clean the car
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Consistent
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? The staff do really care about the customers. Even as we have grown, the want to help and do our best for the customer still remains.
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I was the bowls champion for England and represented England in the British Isles, and my son still does play for England and is number 17 in the world!
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? My wife, earmuffs (because I’m taking the wife), and bowls because that’s something important to me.
DEBRA – Nationwide
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since May 2018
What does your average day at work look like? Start at 6am – driving to customers/prospects – emails – phone calls to customers / the Shred Station office – quotations to win business
What do you enjoy most about your job? Winning orders/new customers, the service Shred Station offers, the people I meet and build rapport with, working with all the Shred Station team
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? People who use phone menus where you might finally get to speak to a fellow human being, but get put in a queue and then they cut me off. Ahhh!
What are three things on your bucket list? (Win the lottery) – Visit 3 Asia Pacific countries, experience the Northern Lights, be a size 10 again
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Demanding
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Simon Franklin. His reputation in the marketplace has made Shred Station the company it is today and continues to grow. He is self-motivated, not frightened of a challenge, has a desire to improve things, is goal-oriented, has a positive relationship with staff and customers, and embraces change
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I was Sales Person of the Year two years running for a very well known brand of ladies underwear
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? 1) My husband. 2) A bathroom. 3) A boat to get us off the island.
KELSEY – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2013
What does your average day at work look like? Emails and calls
What do you enjoy most about your job? I’m always busy
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Mushrooms so they are never secretly in food without me knowing
What are three things on your bucket list? Visit Bora Bora, get married in the Caribbean, speak Spanish fluently
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Hardworking
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? We have a solar-powered head office
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I really like country music
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? A dog, my phone and food
BETH – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2016
What does your average day at work look like? Emails, managing existing accounts, dealing with requests and queries from existing customers, organising work on behalf of our third parties
What do you enjoy most about your job? Always busy
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Winter – I am definitely more of a summer person. I hate the cold, dark mornings and nights
What are three things on your bucket list? A world cruise, watch the tennis at Wimbledon and own a dog!
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Quiet
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? We accept staples, paperclips, files and other paper-related materials at no extra charge. Some other shredding companies don’t accept this material or will charge a contamination fee.
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I did a skydive in Australia a few years ago… best and most terrifying thing I have ever done!
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? A hammock, water, and my husband!
SCOTT T – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Too long, since 2011.
What does your average day at work look like? Busy, non-stop
What do you enjoy most about your job? Not knowing what I have ahead of me with all of the different tasks I undertake
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Martin
What are three things on your bucket list? Travel the world, win the lottery, and live to 40.
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Crazy
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? We’re the best, that’s what makes us unique
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I have a scar on my head
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? My missus, football and food
Alex A – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? August 2020
What does your average day at work look like? Phones, emails, phones, emails, Chris Willgress, phones, emails etc.
What do you enjoy most about your job? The people and the busyness of the job
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Working because it’s taken time away from my family
What are three things on your bucket list? Swim with dolphins, visit New York at Christmas and holiday in Hawaii
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Clumsy
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? The team and the focus on our customers
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I used to be in a choir and did theatre shows at the Theatre Royal and Cromer Pavilion Theatre
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? My son, my boyfriend and food.
RACHEL – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2014
What does your average day at work look like? A variety of work including customer service, invoicing and customer reporting – keeps me busy!
What do you enjoy most about your job? Establishing a good relationship with regular customers and providing the best support I can
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Wasps
What are three things on your bucket list? Have another tattoo, learn Italian and cage dive with sharks
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Quiet
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? We always endeavour to take on customers preferences for their collection days in order to make the service as swift and easy as possible
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I appeared on Blue Peter as a child for a Christmas special
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Plenty of chocolate, good quality tea bags and a kettle
SARAH – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since 2012
What does your average day at work look like? Desk-based. Assisting in raising invoices and general administration queries
What do you enjoy most about your job? The range of queries and helping to resolve them
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Bills, who wouldn’t!
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Friendly
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Flexibility and aiming to meet customers’ specific requirements
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? Wind-up radio, blanket and my dog
WILL – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Around Christmas of 2017.
What does your average day at work look like? Testing if it is, at all possible, to drown in paper.
What do you enjoy most about your job? Walking our company dog, Charlie.
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Spiders. I’m horrified of them.
What are three things on your bucket list? Work with animals, go to the TooManyGames convention, own a husky.
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Helpful, hopefully.
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? I think Shred Station has a very friendly work environment.
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: One of my work experiences involved assisting microbiology research at the UEA, which, in turn, led to drawing a Triforce in a petri dish, using bacteria.
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? My computer, The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings books box set, and my phone.
CHRIS – Gloucester Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since March 2019
What does your average day at work look like? Writing tenders and bids highlighting the benefits of our secure shredding services
What do you enjoy most about your job? Working with a great bunch of dedicated people
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? DIY – I am terrible at this!
What are three things on your bucket list? Go around the world in 80 days, see a heavyweight boxing bout in Las Vegas, watch Wolves win the FA Cup.
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Professional
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? The focus on our customer’s precise requirements
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I had a trial with Aston Villa
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? A football, sun cream, a mobile phone with iTunes installed.
LLOYD – Norwich Shredding Depot
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since the summer of 2014
What does your average day at work look like? A rather busy office and a treehouse office
What do you enjoy most about your job? My work colleagues
What are three things on your bucket list? Skydive, see the penguins in the Antarctic, emigrate
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Legend
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Always looking to do that little bit extra, very friendly atmosphere, and we all work well together
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I had a pet pig (Sumo)
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? A giant box of matches, fishing net, and knife.
EMILY – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Since November 2018
What does your average day at work look like? It’s different every day. Content creation, social media, emails, planning, CRM, pestering other staff members (to make things like this blog post!) and research.
What do you enjoy most about your job? I enjoy all of it. There is a good mix of creative elements and organisation involved. The shredding industry is really interesting so there’s never a shortage of things to write about or plan
If our shredding machines worked like Room 101, what would you put in the shredder and why? Ocean plastic. I watched a short film called Blue (you can watch it here) and it hit things home for me about how urgent it is to look after our oceans
What are three things on your bucket list? Make a short film, visit Mexico City, start a Random Acts of Kindness project
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Normal
What is it that you think makes Shred Station unique in this industry? Shred Station’s commitment to reducing environmental impacts. We’re carbon neutral, nothing goes to landfill, and even our trucks are eco-friendly. That’s a rarity for any business, especially businesses in the data destruction industry
Name something your colleagues do not know about you: I used to have 6 facial piercings and blue hair!
Which three items would you take with you if you were to be trapped on a desert island? A big knife, soap, and a box of fireworks.
CHARLIE – Norwich Office
How long have you been at Shred Station? Almost 8 human years, or 50 dog years.
What does your average day at work look like? Fetch, head pats, barking at anyone in a high-vis jacket, sleeping under Emily’s desk
In one word, how do you think your colleagues would describe you? Cute
What is your favourite toy? All of the tennis balls
We know that, for some people, it feels good to put a face to a name, especially when you are trusting someone with your confidential information. These are just some members of our national team of staff and we hope that this blog has let you get to know us a little better.
If there’s anything our team can help you with, feel free to get in touch today.
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