Interesting fact...
Russ Levett
Marina Manager
Likes a beer. Needs a hair cut. Happy to expose himself in public. Completely unflappable unless he's with his wife. Top Chap.
Paul Swain
Assistant Marina Manager
In between public appearances as his alter ego "The Mayor of London" and gigs with a Portland based super group, Paul can be found arranging vessels by berth, colour, alphabetical order and strangely by smell! "Your 50ft boat moved stern to into a 20ft space whilst a force 9 is blowing? Of course Sir, it would be my pleasure." With Paul the answer is "Yes", what’s the question?...But whats this, in love you say! Click on his picture for more information!!
John Heppell
Assistant Marina Manager
The size of a small mountain and possessing the skills to sling, hoist, wash and block one without breaking sweat! John has the ability to arrange boats in seemingly impossibly small spaces, it is therefore no surprise that John was South Dorset Tetris Champion 7 years running! In his spare time John can often be spotted striding through the Dorset countryside with his faithful spaniel by his side.
Michelle Samways
Berthing Master
The one that keeps us all in order. Well almost! We think Shel was born on a boat whilst racing around Weymouth Bay. Masses of experience, the RYA have run out of qualification to give her. Shel has a spiritual link to the Marina Rib, some say she can feel its pain and that she has "sympathy" services, all we know is.....damage it at your peril! Unfortunately Christmas is not always a happy time as no-one will tell her if there is minced meat in a mince pie.
Roly Gill
Berthing Master
Roly was found in a cardboard box at the original Marina Portacabin office, with a note simply saying "please look after this Bear............Grylls lookalike". When not working with boats, Roly can be found sailing them. A keen racer, passing other competitors is easy, passing the pub is more likely the problem. A keen player, Roly is a valued member of Weymouth Hockey Club. Interestingly, Roly was right once.
Barry Alborough
Berthing Master
An Ace on the big forklift, and a key member of John’s yard team, Barry is the current holder of the title "King of Forks". This means that until the end 2011 all staff members must bow and curtsey in his presence and only refer to him as "My Leige". Barry can operate in all temperatures as long as he is fuelled by a constant flow of hot, sweet tea!
Nick Coutts
Maintenance
Since joining the team in late 2009, Nick has quickly earned the respect of his fellow staff members. Evidence of this can be found by viewing the heartfelt messages left on his whiteboard, and the beautiful posters that have been placed in his workshop. However, if it can be fixed, Nick will fix it. In his down time, Nick can be found being hen pecked by his spaniel Monty. He's also a bit of a "Fly Boy", watch out for his impressive chopper.
Carron Wellman
Cleaner
Stand in one place for too long and you will be polished! A perfectionist with impossibly high standards. Carron is naturally happy and perky, a real bright light within the team. However, walk muddy boots over her freshly hoovered carpet, and if looks could kill, Carron would be one of this countries most notorious serial killers!!!!!!!!!
David Thomas
Night Berthing Master
David has forgotten more about the sea than most of us will ever know! David holds the company record for most circumnavigations of the globe. The expression "Attention to detail" does not quite come close enough. The ability to correctly guess the amount of teas and coffees required at shift change and have the kettle boiled and ready is the stuff of legend.
Vicky Farrar
Accounts & Office Administrator
Our replacement "Farrar". The company could not operate without one! Vicky can simultaneously run the main office, answer phone and VHF, process several invoices and make a decent cup of coffee. However, her ability to change a pontoon finger berth leaves a lot to be desired. Perhaps she can get some tips from her dad! White wine has a perilously short life span when Vicky is around.
Mike Winter
Night Berthing Master
Whilst not attempting to sail the Atlantic singlehandedly in a shoe, Mike can be found taking a gentle sail around Weymouth bay in anything up to a force 9. Nothing really phases Mike, he has seen most things and is always happy to chew the fat and impart his extensive local sailing knowledge. Ask him about the time he had to make his way back to his boat on Weymouth Marina using only his hands to navigate!
Robin Stone
General Assistant
What can you do if you only work one day a week? Well, you could tend the gardens, serve fuel, assist with berthing, help with lifting, arrange lunch delivery, hunt down fire hydrants, organise soft furnishing for the staff room and generally fiddle around a bit and keep the place Really Tidy.