ABOUT IRON & EARTH EQUIPMENT

Used Plant Machinery Experts

MEET THE IRON & EARTH EQUIPMENT TEAM


Barry Oakhill

Barry Oakhill

Managing Director

Founded the company in 2016. Machinery in the blood, Baz sold his first machine while at college in 1998 and has never looked back!

Likes: Rugby, cricket, shooting and time with family.

Paul Shiner

Paul Shiner

Operations Director

Heads up the day to day running of Iron & Earth. Paul, an accomplished Engineer, keeps a close eye on all things after-sale but also is selling machines on a daily basis.

Likes: Cricket, football, running and his 3 girls.

Scott Purslowe

Scott Purslowe

Head of AgriTurf

Australian Export Scott has a wealth of knowledge and experience in compact tractors. Previously a John Deere engineer and experience in his own software company, Scott works across all areas of the business.

During his free time, Scott spends it with his family, caravanning round the country.

Kirsty Betteridge

Kirsty Betteridge

Accounts Manager

Looking after all aspects of accounts within Iron & Earth, Kirsty also keeps Barry & Paul on top of their paperwork! In her spare time Kirsty enjoys spending time with her grandson Hudson and staffie Grey

Wynitia Oakhill

Wynitia Oakhill

HR & Marketing

A qualified Doctor, Neesh has hung up her stethoscope to work in our business helping with HR compliance and marketing.

Andy Wood

Andy Wood

Parts & Workshop Foreman

With a wealth of experience in machinery and logistics, Andy ensure all our used and new equipment is compliant before heading out to the customer. In his spare time, Andy can often be found jet setting around the world and relaxing on a beach.

Sharon Minty

Sharon Minty

Service Controller

As our Service Controller, Sharon manages our sales, service and breakdown bookings, ensuring everything runs smoothly in the workshop and in the field. Outside of work, Sharon loves spending time with her four dogs, cherishing moments with her three grandchildren, and enjoying holidays in Bude.

Steve Stopher

Steve Stopher

Finance Broker

Steve is our financial king. Sourcing great finance deals to suit the customer to enable them to purchase their Used Plant Machinery, Solis Compact Tractors and EP Forklifts.

Kirsty Carnell

Kirsty Carnell

Sales and Marketing Administrator

Local farmers daughter Kirsty has a background in childcare, but had a career change to join the team with the understanding and knowledge of the farming and plant industry. Kirsty enjoys spending her weekends with her partner and 2 young boys, dog walking in the local countryside and spending time with friends.

Charlie Oakhill

Charlie Oakhill

Sales Engineer

Role: Charlie joined us in summer 2022 to head up the sales of our range of EP Equipment Li-ion Forklifts.

Likes: Staying up to date with the latest technology and gadgets, being on village committees and spending time with his Grandchildren.

Anna Selby

Anna Selby

Business Administration Apprentice

Anna’s role will involve supporting various aspects of our business operations, contributing to the smooth running of administrative tasks, and helping drive efficiency across departments. During her free time, Anna is a regular supporter at Gloucester Rugby Club. And can be found in the kitchen baking some tasty treats.

Jon Turner

Jon Turner

Yard Supervisor

JT takes great pride in his work. Organising the yard, booking in machines and prepping machines for delivery and export.

Jon is also a dedicated father of 2, enjoys rugby, football and a few pints with the boys on weekend.

Aaron Smith

Aaron Smith

Mobile Engineer

Big ‘A’ is our steam enthusiast who adds technical expertise and a real passion for machinery to our team. With a keen eye for detail and a “get the job done” attitude he also has a big heart and devotes much of his spare time raising money for good causes.

Nick Barker

Nick Barker

Engineer

Nick covers all areas of the business, in the workshop and on the road. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in machinery and boat engineering. In his spare time, Nick enjoys family time with his wife and son. Collecting and restoring anything old and vintage is also a passion of his.

Nathan Kear

Nathan Kear

Engineer

Nathan is a hybrid engineer who splits his time between the workshop and the road, tackling all kinds of challenges. He brings a wealth of hands-on experience to every project. When he’s not working, Nathan loves spending time clay pigeon shooting and hitting the motocross tracks, enjoying the rush of both sports.
Steve Crew

Steve Crew

Workshop Operative

Living in the Cotswolds, but of Welsh blood. Steve our workshop operative carries out a range of duties within the business preparing and maintaining plant and tractors. In his free time, he enjoys motorsports, darts and fishing.

Nick Pizzey

Nick Pizzey

Trainee Service Engineer

Nick our young trainee service engineer joined the team in 2024 after a period of work experience through 2023. He has totally bought into the Iron & Earth way – delivering exceptional customer service.
Nick has a love for cars, bikes, tractors and diggers. He has a very bright future.

Chris Edwards

Chris Edwards

Transport Driver

Collecting and delivering the wide range of equipment dealt in at Iron & Earth. Service with a smile, without fail (some of the time).

Likes: All things lorry related.

Ryan @ Rydow Mobile Welding LTD

Ryan @ Rydow Mobile Welding LTD

Sub Contracted Fabricator

Bristol born and bristol bred,
Cuts it, welds it, uses his head!