About Us.
The Covid-19 pandemic of 2020 had a major impact on the construction industry, specifically in relation to material supply and costs. As the industry recovered, it became apparent that certain sectors could not meet the new demands, especially in relation to masonry associated steel products such as masonry support, non-combustible cavity trays, windposts, lintels and the like. Identifying this need, Tony Johnston combined his 20+ years of masonry experience with his planning and people management skills to create Tate Steel in 2021, with the main objective of becoming a leading national supplier of these types of products.
Since its inception, the business has grown from strength to strength thanks to a strong and repeat business client base and in October 2022, Tate Steel found its new home on the Britonwood Trading Estate in Knowsley. The location is ideally located for ease of commuting to the thriving construction regions such as Liverpool, Manchester and beyond.
Starting with self raised funds, Tate Steel has continually reinvested in both people and equipment as required to achieve this growth. Since 2023 Tate Steel has gone from a small business with minimal staff to a fully self suffient design, supply and installation specialist, with the ability to bring any client proposal to life, completely in house!
Meet the Team
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Tony Johnston
Managing Director
With over 20 years experience in the masonry/construction industry, Tony founded Tate Steel Ltd in 2021 with the aim of becoming a leading national supplier of masonry associated steel products. Tony has been the spearhead for the growth and success of the buisness since its inception.
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James Johnston
Commercial Director
James has over 25 years experience in the construction industry, over 10 of which have been in a commercial function. Qualifying with a degree in Quantity Surveying, James has been pivotal in managing the commercial functions of the business, creating tools and procedures as required to meet the demands of a growing business.
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Daniel Lloyd-Jones
Operations Director
With over 20 years experience in the fabrication/sheet metal industry, Dan is key to the operational performance of the business, overseeing all aspects of operations, from Tenders and Designs, through to Fabrication and Installations.
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Kerri Wright
Office Manager
With over 40 years of office based experience, Kerri is responsible for the day to day running of the office including the processing of our HR functions such as payroll, fleet management and business compliance.
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Nick Backhouse
Business Development Director
Nick is well experienced in this sector having previously held this position at nationwide masonry support suppliers and is currently heading our work winning and client relations team.
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Karl Fitchett
Project Manager
With over 25 years experience within the fabrication industry, managing both factory and site installation teams, Karl is a great addition to our operations team.
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Ione Alonso Gonzalez
Senior Structural Engineer
Ione brings a wealth of engineering experience to the business and is fundamental to our inhouse structural design service.
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Tom Buckley
Technical Design Manager
Tom is responsible for our front end design service, interpreting client requirements and producing design solutions for both estimating and fabrication purposes.
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Daniel Cope
Draughtsman
Dan has become a key member of our design team and is responsible for producing fabrication/shop drawings from the approved general arrangements, liaising with Clients and our internal design team.
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Jorja Fagan
Purchase Leger Clerk
With a degree in accountancy, Jorja has a wealth of experience in all things business expenditure, specialising in reconciling Subcontractor & Supplier accounts, including VAT and CIS returns. Jorja has been fundamental to the role out of our internal resource management and accounting databases.
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Craig Edisbury
Workshop Supervisor
Starting with us in 2022 as an experience fabricator, Craig has consistently shown great leadership and organisation skills, such that he is now the Workshop Supervisor, overseeing all aspects of the factory work stations
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Kevin Hampson
Fabricator
Also starting with us in 2022, Kevin has been a valued and experienced asset to our Fabrication team and has consistently provided guidance and training to newer members of the team.
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Daniel Thompson
Fabricator
Dan is an experienced, certified fabricator who specialises in fabricating units ready for full welding.
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Michael Connolly
Fabricator
Michael has settled into our fabrication team brilliantly and specialises in welding to a very high standard.
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Daniel O'Hara
Laser Operator
Daniel has a great work ethic can applies himself well to any task. Following the installation of our CNC laser in October 2024, Daniel has took to the role of operator brilliantly
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Ed Hands
Trainee Fabricator
Ed completed his NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication/Welding in 2024 and has become a valued member of the fabrication team, especially showcasing his Tig Welding capabilities.
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Lewis McNally
Apprentice Fabricator
Following the completion of secondary school in 2024, Lewis has enrolled on a Fabrication/Welding apprenticeship at St Helens College , currently working towards his NVQ Level 2.
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Paul Whelan
Delivery Driver
Paul is our designated driver who always goes the extra mile in ensuring products are delivered on time to the right place!