Meet The Kingston Park & Leisure Team - Lodge Manufacturers, Hull

Kris Robinson

Commercial Director

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What is your job title? Commercial Director

When did you join Kingston? I’m one of the original founders of Kingston Park and Leisure Homes and have been here since the beginning in May 2016

What do you do here? I focus on establishing, developing and implementing the Kingston brand and strategy with a focus on ensuring our vision of the best quality park and leisure homes delivered on time, in full and error free.

Why can clients trust you? I have 30 years’ experience in offsite construction within the modular and leisure sectors delivering projects to the highest standards.

What do you think Kingston does better than anyone else in the industry? Quality, Innovation & Personal Service.

Quality, when dealing with Kingston you will see high quality, from exhibitions & shows, design and manufacture and our site and after sales service. Our reputation is built on quality.

Innovation. With decison makers at the heart of the business, we are able to add the latest innovations into our processes with speed and efficiency.

Personal Service. As a smaller business, our team meet all of our clients and dedicate themselves to ensuring that all their needs are met, no one is ever just a number.

How would you (or your colleagues) describe you in 3 words? Experienced | Approachable | Committed

Carl Galbraith

Operations Director

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What is your job title? Operations Director

When did you join Kingston? June 2016

What do you do here? My main responsibilities centre around the production and installation of our range of luxury lodges and park homes. I work closely with the production and operations manager to ensure we never miss a delivery date so clients can start enjoying their lodges as soon as possible.

Why can clients trust you? I have 30 years’ experience in offsite construction within the modular and leisure sectors delivering projects to the highest standards.

What do you think Kingston does better than anyone else in the industry? We take pride in all aspects of the design and construction of our units, even the tiniest of details. Ultimately, we really care about our customers and this comes through in all areas of our work.

How would you (or your colleagues) describe you in 3 words? Experienced | Approachable | Committed

Jonathon Bradshaw

Finance Director

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What is your job title? Finance Director

When did you join Kingston? 2017

What do you do here? I’m responsible of the high-level strategic business planning and the financial operations of the business. I help to keep the company running smoothly and make sure everything’s working efficiently to benefit our clients

Why can clients trust you? I worked for 26 years at Arco Ltd in a variety of roles for the Finance team and on key projects. I was also a member of the Senior Leadership team. I’m also the Finance Director of Construction company & joinery manufacturer and a FCCA qualified accountant.

What do you think Kingston does better than anyone else in the industry? Our focus on quality, customer service and our promise to deliver on time, in full and error free. We believe in our values of dealing with everyone with honesty and integrity

How would you (or your colleagues) describe you in 3 words? Passionate | Driven | Focussed

Steve Taylor

Sales Director

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What is your job title? Sales Director

When did you join Kingston? April 2019

What do you do here? As Sales Director, I am responsible for all things sales including, generating partnerships with residential and leisure park owners, helping customers with own land enquiries and helping retail customers with choosing and designing their new home. You’ll also see me at trade shows and helping the design team create brand new luxury models and design touches that really set us apart.

Why can clients trust you? I’ve have been in the industry a number of years as an area sales manager for both Homeseeker and Omar Park homes. I was also the National Sales Manager for Prestige Homeseeker and lead a sales team of four Area Sales Managers, four Internal Sales Managers and the Marketing Department.

What do you think Kingston does better than anyone else in the industry? Quality of materials used, attention to detail, flexible to customer needs. Our ability to listen to our clients’ needs and respond accordingly and our capacity to offer utility buildings as well as homes or lodges

How would you (or your colleagues) describe you in 3 words? Enthusiastic | Determined | Positive

Call me on 07394 567 979 for lodge sales

Darren Gibbon

Procurement Manager

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What is your job title? Procurement Manager

When did you join Kingston? 2017

What do you do here? To oversee all purchase orders and liaise with all suppliers to create a good working relationship together. I also look for new products and suppliers in the market and most importantly help to make sure all deliveries are on time, in full and error free.

Why can clients trust you? I have 15 years working either in a stores/procurement environment in the modular construction industry.

What do you think Kingston does better than anyone else in the industry? I think it’s our attention to detail, the care and dedication we put into the product and the emphasis on delivering on what the client needs.

How would you (or your colleagues) describe you in 3 words? Experienced | Enthusiastic | Dedicated

Graham Norton-Smith

Technical Design Manager

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What is your job title? Technical Design Manager

When did you join Kingston? 2017

What do you do here? I’m responsible for the design process of our range of luxury lodges and park homes. From the initial sketches to the finish on the kitchen cabinets, my team and I love getting everything exactly as the customer has asked.

Why can clients trust you? 10+ years consulting civil/structural/architectural technician, 10+ years modular design/drafting, 20+ years in construction industry in consultant engineering and design and build

What do you think Kingston does better than anyone else in the industry? Everything!

How would you (or your colleagues) describe you in 3 words? Professional | Talented | Adaptable

Peter Pritchard

Senior Supervisor

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What is your job title? Senior Supervisor

When did you join Kingston? 2018

What do you do here? Ensure delivery of scheduled work through the factory is delivered within budget, on time, in full and error free to the customers’ expectations and the Kingston standard.

Why can clients trust you? I have over 15 years of Modular building experience, starting as a joiner and working my way up to Operations/Health and safety manager. This experience has assisted me in taking on the new role as Senior Supervisor for Kingston Park and Leisure Homes.

What do you think Kingston does better than anyone else in the industry? Listen to what our clients say and work hard to put their requirements into action.

How would you (or your colleagues) describe you in 3 words? Pete the legend…their words not mine

John Harrison

Production Manager

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What is your job title? Production Manager

When did you join Kingston? 2016

What do you do here? Responsible for all the production process, understanding all technical drawings and specifications, production planning including sub-contractors to meet targets and deadlines and on budget for our clients.

Why can clients trust you? 3 years at Fallowfield and Sons, 4 years joiner at ADDA Systems, 16 years joiner at Technicom, 9 years working factory supervisor at Ansco, 2 years lodge supervisor at MSL, 3 years production manager at Kingston Modular, Resulting in 34 years’ experience in the modular industry

What do you think Kingston does better than anyone else in the industry? Deliver extraordinary service and beyond, Go that extra mile to please, Create something new that’s not available on the ‘standard’ market

How would you (or your colleagues) describe you in 3 words? Experienced | Enthusiastic | Dedicated