Meet the team
Rotary Drilling and Soils Boring
Meet Our Team
Stephen Glover
Managing Director
Stephen successfully produces the crucial momentum which allows this business to continue to flourish year on year. He is responsible for maintaining the high standard of operational performance throughout the company as well as directing strategy for continuous profitable and sustainable growth. His experience in the ground investigation industry accumulates to more than 35 years thus being the catalyst for the success of Phoenix Drilling as a whole.
Samantha McLeary
After joining Phoenix Drilling in October 2014, Samantha spent 2 years as Office Manager before being promoted to General Manager. She has guided the company seamlessly through the implementation of the Integrated Management System and health & safety accreditations. Her HND in accountancy and 7 years of experience as a Contact Centre Service Advisor only begin to skim the surface of reasons why Samantha is so valued within the team.
Kirsten Crichton
Administration Assistant
Currently a law student, Kirsten works part time in the Phoenix Drilling office supporting our Office Manager with administrative duties. Her knowledge of computing technology and willingness make her the perfect addition to the team and aid the flow of the daily workload.
Lesley Wilkie
Office Manager
Lesley brings over 25 years of customer service experience to her role. As Office Manager she is responsible for overseeing all phases in our business, bringing fresh perspectives and efficiency onboard due to her wealth of knowledge and experience.
Robyn Kerr
Office Administrator
Robyn joined Phoenix Drilling in 2022 as our Office Administrator, she is currently working towards her NVQ in Business Administration. Robyn is eager to learn and develop in her role and is a huge asset to our company.
Ross Milner BSc (Hons), MSc
Senior Engineering Geologist
A graduate of Glasgow and Edinburgh Universities. Ross spent 15 years in Australia in the mineral exploration, resource development and geotechnical sectors. In the UK Ross has managed and supervised a wide range of Geotechnical and Geo-Environmental projects. Ross joined the Phoenix Drilling team in 2024 and specializes in site supervision and management, logging of soils and drill core, surveying, in situ testing, reporting and GIS.
Rose McAleese
Financial Controller
Rose is our Financial Controller, with over 50 years’ experience and does an excellent job of looking after sales and purchase ledger, ensuring she maintains a good relationship with our customers.