History
Founded in 1923, we're one of the oldest and most established engineering steel suppliers, with clients across the UK and around the globe.
During this time we've not only established our own reputation for excellence but made a wider contribution to the development of an industry that we're immensely proud to be a part of.
Our encyclopaedic knowledge of steel has seen us become one of the largest steel stockholders in the UK, and establish long-term relationships as the steel supplier of choice to major companies.
It has also awarded us a reputation for providing reliable technical expertise and innovative solutions.
Values
Quality
We strive for the highest standards in everything we do, from delivering the best quality materials and services to customers to constantly seeking improvements in the way we work.
Community
Hillfoot is an inclusive, enjoyable and rewarding place to work, with strong bonds between colleagues helping to drive the business forward to achieve its collective goals.
Respect
We treat colleagues with respect, listen to their concerns and show them consideration, both in person and in ensuring we all benefit from a safe, clean working environment.
Social Responsibility
We recognise that Hillfoot’s responsibilities to the wider community extend beyond legal requirements and always aim to be a considerate and environmentally-friendly contributor to society.
Pride
We are proud of Hillfoot’s long history in the steel industry and should always work at the high standards required to maintain and build on our renowned brand name.
Accountability
Accountability is a key element of our success and we aim to create an environment in which expectations for both individual and business performance are clear.
Transparency
Hillfoot is an open and honest environment, where expectations are clear, information is shared and communication is actively encouraged between team members of all levels.
Integrity
Integrity is crucial in everything we do, with our open and honest approach helping to maintain our reputation and forge strong relationships with our customers and suppliers that is built on much more than price.
Innovation
Hillfoot is a forward-thinking and adaptable business, with a culture of continuous improvement driven by the creative ideas of our innovative team members.
Senior People
Craig James
Managing Director“I want to inspire everyone to make Hillfoot an agile and sustainable business, delivering the best products and the best customer service experience possible.”
A strong strategic leader with a tenacious drive towards excellence and success, not only for today but for the next generation. With nearly 30 years experience within the steel industry and a ‘hands-on’ approach to every area of the business, Craig ensures Hillfoot remains agile and responsive to the constantly changing steel industry landscape. His strategic leadership aims to position Hillfoot as a commercially dynamic and sustainable business - one in which everyone is empowered to make a difference to the company.
Barry Akers
Commercial Director“I want our customers to stay with us for the journey, to evolve, to grow and to succeed in their chosen market sectors.”
With a focus on building strong, long term strategic partnerships with both customers and suppliers, Barry is a passionate advocate for commercial excellence and innovation. With 20 years of steel experience, coupled with a background in engineering and metallurgy, Barry is well positioned to identify and realise strategic opportunities at both a commercial and technical level.
Ben Martin
Financial Director“I want us to bring added value to every area of our business - value that translates into great customer experience and a sustainable 21st century business.”
A commercially minded finance professional committed to ensuring the Finance Team adds tangible value, not just to the organisation, but throughout the supply chain. Ben’s diverse experience across various manufacturing sectors brings a depth of knowledge to Hillfoot, enabling us to proactively respond to the diverse needs of our customers, and other stakeholders.
Kasia Price
Technical & Quality Director“I want us to become the supplier of choice through our knowledge, quality, trust and consistency – to be associated with the best product and technical support in the industry.”
With over 15 years experience in the industry, and supported by a university education, Kasia offers technical and metallurgical support to customers to navigate through complex material requirements. Her personable approach and enthusiasm has led to strong partnerships with worldwide manufacturers, allowing Hillfoot to offer product manufacturing capability to support the most challenging criteria.
Mike Pearce
Health & Safety and Environmental Manager"Rooted in excellence, integrity and innovation, I approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, striving to create a safer, healthier, and sustainable work environment."
With over 40 years of health, safety and environmental management experience, Mike ensures we remain compliant with the latest regulatory and ethical standards that define the way in which we work. Drawing on his specialist area of occupational stress management, Mike is passionate about initiatives that support overall employee well-being, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health.
Made of steel. Built by people.
Without doubt, our largest single continuous investment is our people. It’s what makes Hillfoot the unique and distinctive business that we’ve become.
By joining Hillfoot, you’ll be working for a company that works together as a family committed to doing the very best for each other, and our customers.
Everything we do is built upon our values of respect, community, integrity and innovation in an organisation where we want everyone to have a role that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding.
It comes as no surprise then that we place a high value on training and development. We’re in an industry that never stands still, and we’re constantly moving forward. Which is why every job at Hillfoot works, in some way or another, towards our shared objectives.
So if you want to grow, grow with us. Take a look at our current vacancies below.
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