Our People

MA, IOSH (Directors and Managers), CPC National, CoTC

Maz is a hands-on practitioner and has operated in the waste and environmental sector for over 20 years. Maz is multi skilled having held various posts in operations as well as leading the bid team for a large multi-national Environmental services business. Maz has won Municipal contracts with single, twin and multi stream recycling services and is well versed in balancing operational realities against overall service costs including cost or revenues of recycling materials.

Since 2019, Maz has either been or worked with the masterminds behind mobilising Latco’s for various councils, which include Cheshire West, Canterbury City Council and the London Borough of Ealing. He has been the driving force behind procurement and managing tender processes.

Craig leads Plan B’s Material Trading Team, juggling an impressive 260,000 tonnes of recyclable materials every year! He is an expert in the world of material trading, using sophisticated trading strategies that consistently outperform industry standards, whilst ensuring compliance through robust due diligence. With his sharp analytical skills, meticulous approach, and a talent for building strong relationships, Craig’s clients are in the safest of hands.

Craig is also a chartered Human Resources professional with 6 years of experience in the world of HR. Craig’s industry knowledge will be available to the project team as needed for example modelling logistics options for recyclable materials and exploring opportunities to create greater value from the materials.

DMS, CPC National

Steve leads Plan B’s skilled consultancy team in the delivery of environmental services projects for our Council & LATCO customers. As Director of Consultancy Services he empowers his team of industry experts to provide high-quality, practical solutions that consistently yield impressive results. With over 35 years’ experience in designing and executing environmental services for local authorities, Steve brings a wealth of experience.

He’s deeply familiar with various procurement procedures from a bidder’s perspective. His projects have involved refining contract documents, including pricing schedules, payment mechanisms and performance frameworks. Over the past decade, Steve has worked extensively in a bidding environment. His expertise allows him to create tailored, cost-effective, and achievable solutions for waste collection, HWRC’s, and street scene services.

BSc Environmental Science, IOSH Technical Member, NEBOSH

With seven years of valuable experience under her belt, Jemma has a wealth of specialised environmental and health and safety compliance experience. She has provided expert advice for the environmental services which includes conducting audits and inspections, making compliance improvements and taking the lead on environmental permits transfers and variations.

Jemma has teamed up with the Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales on multiple sites, turning compliance challenges into success stories for both clients and regulators. Jemma has recently lent her expertise to LB Ealing and Canterbury City Council, helping them set up their LATCo’s and led on the transfer of Cheshire West and Chester’s environmental permits. Jemma keeps us up to date with our own ISO14001, 45001 and 9001 management systems, along with our additional accreditations with Safety Schemes in Procurement and Investors in People.

MSc Development & Planning (Environment & Sustainable Development), Associate MCIWM

Kelly is a seasoned environmental expert with 23 years of experience. She excels at developing and delivering transformational projects aligned with industry best practices. Her collaborative approach helps organisations overcome barriers and achieve their goals. Known for her reliability and commitment, Kelly navigates complex socio-political landscapes efficiently. She’s a go-to professional for local authorities seeking detailed analysis and transformation programs for environmental services.

Kelly ensures services prioritise environmental improvement, aiming to reduce impact and reach net zero. With high standards and confident communication skills, Kelly is dedicated to achieving the very best outcomes for her clients.

HNC, COTC, CPC, NEBOSH

Shaun is an experienced environmental services manager with over 13 years of experience in operations, waste transfer and material sales, and a further 20 years in business management within the manufacturing industry. Shaun has undertaken a variety of roles during this time which include general management, operations, finance, business development and contract support.

HND (QS)

Tim is a commercial specialist with over 40 years’ experience in both private and public sectors. He’s adept at contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and leading teams of surveyors and other personnel. From managing installations to negotiating multimillion-pound contracts for companies, Tim’s track record speaks for itself.

Tim’s expertise spans specialist subcontracting, facilities management, and environmental contracts. He has managed his own procurement teams whilst working for the likes of Carillion, preparing tender documents for contractors. More recently at Plan B, Tim led the commercial efforts for a public sector tendering project at Gunnersbury Park. His experience and resourcefulness make him a valuable asset in delivering quality service to customers.

Dan specialises in fleet, plant and transport solutions built from over 25 years of industry experience. He is an effective leader and strong communicator with excellent operational, project management and negotiation skills. A vastly experienced fleet manager responsible for large fleets operating from multiple sites, he has created extensive technical relationships with manufacturers, sub-contractors, and technical support service suppliers. Through these connections Dan has a good insight to future technological developments and the direction of travel for future enhancements.

With increasing demand for sustainable fleet solutions, Dan can draw upon his knowledge, experience, and network to ensure cost-effective and efficient provision and management of large fleets of specialist vehicles. He can support our clients in developing vehicle specifications, fleet procurement, compliance and provide technical advice. Operationally, Dan has been responsible for many contract mobilisations and de-mobilisations and site and fleet procurements on behalf of local authorities. Dan will use his extensive experience and industry knowledge to provide the specialist technical support to our project team.

Chris has over 15 years’ experience working in a wide range of business sectors. For the past 7 years, Chris has been in the waste industry but has previous roles within financial services, retail, and insurance. This range of roles has allowed Chris to develop a comprehensive knowledge in the design and implementation of financial models. Chris prides himself on his attention to detail and his ability to analyse complex data and provide recommendations to business owners. Recently, Chris has been involved in managing the financial close out of various waste management contracts, managing a smooth transition from the existing supplier and local authority.

Andy leads the Business Development team at Plan B Management Solutions, focusing on the strategic growth of the company’s Managed Services division. This division delivers full operational and back-office management of environmental services on behalf of local authorities.

Appointed to drive the company’s Managed Services expansion, Andy brings a forward-thinking approach to leadership, aiming to capitalise on a significant gap in the market. With the environmental services outsourcing sector having contracted over the past decade, he sees a unique opportunity for Plan B to deliver flexible, customer-focused solutions often lacking from larger corporate providers.

A long-time observer and admirer of Plan B’s growth under the leadership of Maz Akhtar and Craig Cutajar, Andy joined the company at what he sees as a pivotal moment in its development. He is committed to building a high-performing team, enhancing the company’s tender pipeline, and delivering on the five-year growth strategy.

Working closely with both his core team and the wider Consultancy Services group—boasting over 450 years of collective experience—Andy is dedicated to strengthening Plan B’s position as a trusted and innovative partner in the environmental services space.