Smarter Stronger Together
Smarter Stronger Together are the guiding principles that define how we operate and interact with the world. Serving as our core DNA, they shape our culture, drive our decision making, and unite us in our shared purpose.
Our Leadership
Our experienced industrial leaders champion our track record of engineering and manufacturing excellence and uphold our Smarter Stronger Together principles.
Maxine Henry
Group HR Manager
Adam Tindale
Financial Controller
Robin Hiles
Operations Lead
Matthew Dyer
HSE Lead
Glen Harrison
Site Operations Lead (Harelaw)
Mick Martindale
Head of Engineering
Chris Madden
Quality Manager
Ryan Archer
Group Planning Manager
Graham Hunter
Supply Chain ManagerA History of Innovation
Established in 1977, our award-winning team delivers international projects from our UK-based advanced manufacturing facility.
1970s
Founded in June 1977 in a modest workshop in County Durham, J. F. Dyer & Son began as a small family business established by John Dyer and his son, Paul. The duo focused on manufacturing pipe fittings, mould tools and providing engineering services to support the local mining industry.
1980s
The business continued to grow and flourish, employing more and more local people until the late 1980s when John decided to retire, entrusting the company to Paul, who took on the responsibility of leading the business forward independently.
1990s
Over the next decade, Dyer Engineering continued to grow, establishing itself as one of the largest employers in County Durham. During this time, the company became a key player in the regional engineering sector, renowned for its skilled workforce.
2000s
In 2001, the business embarked on a significant expansion of the Annfield Plain site, increasing its capacity to meet growing demand and support its evolving operations. The site continues to serve as one of our primary bases of operations to this day.
2010s
Paul Dyer made the significant decision to retire in 2013, passing the leadership of Dyer Engineering to its new owners, Graeme Parkins and Richard Bradley, in June of that year. Under their stewardship, the company embarked on the most substantial growth journey in our history.
2020s
Following a multi million pound investment round, Dyer has grown into a globally respected engineering company. Operating across two sites in County Durham, we employ over 180 skilled professionals and proudly serve a diverse range of customers around the world.
Target Zero
We’re continually driving towards Target Zero by thinking SMARTER to develop new approaches, leading us to become a STRONGER business with improved results, whilst all pulling TOGETHER as a team to make it happen.
- Our team expect zero accidents
- Our partners expect zero defects
- Our community expects zero impact on our environment
Shaping Industry
As active members of national, regional and sector-specific industry bodies, we’re shaping the future of industry by championing best practices. We serve as the voice of SMEs, representing their interests and influencing national industry direction to drive meaningful change.
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