Meet the team

Martyn Lindsell

Facilities Manager

Year joined: 2006

Martyn is responsible for the facilities management of the head office and warehouse, including maintenance and organisation. His role also includes the management of company vehicles for services and maintenance. He also works closely with the Environment, Safety, and Health team to ensure staff are kept safe when on the property and any safety risks are promptly dealt with.

Matt Corr

Quality Manager

Year joined: 2020

Matthew Tanner

Preconstruction Design Assistant

Year joined: 2022

Michele Payne

HR Manager

Year joined: 2023

Meet our HR Manager, a dedicated professional with a passion for the employee journey. With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry and HR, bridging skills gaps and developing talent within a diverse workforce is what motivates Michele. Her commitment to promoting open feedback ensures rewarding outcomes for everyone. At Sapphire and MyDek, our HR Manager plays a crucial role in supporting people operations, building strong relationships, and providing invaluable support to management.

Murray Lindsell

Design Director

Year joined: 2009

Murray joined us shortly after we relocated our Reading facilities to our current premises. At first Murray managed our balustrade factory before becoming a project manager. As Design Director, Murray heads up our design team, who rise to the challenge of turning design intents into workable Sapphire balconies.

Nick Haughton

Head of Marketing | UK & Global

Year joined: 2006

Nick originally joined our team at the Barnet office as an estimator. After relocating to the Reading office when it was established, Nick managed both the purchasing and marketing teams. He then progressed into also managing the Reading Balustrade factory and the Winchester balcony factory until 2016. Nick now heads up our Marketing team for both UK and Global at the forefront of educating the market through the delivery of technical CPD presentations, early-stage design meetings, events, and industry thought leadership. Nick has also taken the lead on key thought leadership topics which has resulted in the government asking for his contribution on key fire related topics as well as regular invites to contribute as a guest speaker at events. He also heads up our ESG strategy and runs the ESG committee driving sustainable focused progress into our business activities and plans.

Nigel Storry

Equipment Coordinator

Year joined:

Nigel comes from a background of hands-on landscaping and general construction. At Sapphire, his role is equiment management in which he coordinates the install equipment provided to accredited installers to ensure we continue to deliver rapidly installed balconies.

Paul Thompson

Project Lead, Major Projects

Year joined: 2019

Paul joined our Reading head office in 2019 and quickly settled in as a key member of the team. He’s had a long career in the bespoke design and construction processes and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Paul helps customers by discussing the best balcony solutions for each project and building lasting relationships.

Peter Melia

Project Lead

Year joined: 2023

Peter joined Sapphire in 2023 and has been working in the balcony & balustrade industry since 2012. Peter started in the construction industry in 2007. Peter has a background in music production and drama, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre.