chief executive officer - stuart gladwell
Stuart previously worked as a marine engineer on large chemical tankers working deep sea world wide. Whilst being involved with preparatory audit work at the SCMS he then transitioned into the CEO role he currently holds.
Head of Fishing Vessel Survey - Richard Blackhurst
Richard has had many years of experience within the Marine Industry from his beginnings as a plater to his previous position at SEAFISH as Head of Marine Survey. Richard manages the SCMS MCA contract as a Fishing Vessel Certifying Authority.
technical advisor - nick Gladwell
Nick has many years experience within the marine industry including being Chief Surveyor of the Cayman Islands Shipping Registry and working for many years as a Principal Marine Surveyor with the Martitime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). He works part-time for the SCMS as a Technical Advisor and Scrutineer.
Finance manager - Petar Andreev
Petar has worked with the SCMS since June 2016 and is involved in all aspects of the company's accounts. He has been responsible for streamlining the finance processes for the SCMS and in bringing about effective and transparent management of the Society's funds. Petar is also partially responsible for the administration of the membership of the Society. Petar is a Fellow member of the Association of Accounting Technicians and holds a Diploma in Management Accounting (CIMA Dip MA).
Principal fishing vessel surveyor- LORNA WEBB
Lorna is a chartered engineer, MRINA with a degree in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering. Prior to working for SCMS she worked for Lloyds Register and The American Bureau of Shipping carrying out plan approval and surveys on all types and sizes of vessels, and Seafish where she was Principal Marine surveyor carrying out surveys and plan approval for fishing vessels under 24m registered length
QUALITY and DEVELOPMENT OFFICER - KERRY SALTER
Kerry was appointed to the SCMS team in July 2018. She has previously worked in several companies and as an army officer dealing with training provision and standards assessment. She is keen to share her skills and experience to further broaden the opportunities provided by the Society.
Senior OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR - HOLLY PARKES
Holly joined SCMS in September 2021. She is an excellent administrator with a keen eye for detail, a great understanding of the survey cycles and an understanding ear for Examiners. She is always willing to assist with any problems.
Fishing Vessel Administrator - Debra Obee
Debra joined SCMS in October 2023 as an exciting uplift in Fishing Vessel Authorisations was agreed by the MCA. Debra has years of administrative experience and is a excellent addition to the SCMS Fishing Vessel family.