ABOUT IRON & EARTH EQUIPMENT

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ABOUT IRON & EARTH

Iron & Earth Equipment Limited is a well-established family-run business located in Gloucestershire, conveniently situated off the M5 between Junctions 13 and 14. As a trusted dealer, we specialise in providing a wide range of Used Plant and Machinery, New Solis Tractors, New Corvus UTVs and New EP Forklifts.

Dedicated to providing exceptional service, we proudly offer an extensive selection of heavy plant, agricultural, and construction machinery. Our discerning clientele spans a wide range of industries, including self-builders, farmers, groundworkers, civil engineers, plant hirers, utility companies, and many others. No matter your professional background, we have the perfect machinery to suit your needs.

In addition to serving the domestic market, we have a strong focus on export. Export forms a significant part of our business, and we have the necessary facilities to load curtain siders and containers. We also provide a strip-down service, ensuring efficient and secure shipping of equipment to destinations around the world.

To ensure the quality and performance of our machinery, all equipment undergoes a thorough inspection before being made available for sale. We take pride in supplying our customers with machinery in ready-to-work condition, allowing you to put it to use immediately upon purchase.

In addition to our existing range, we became authorised dealers for Solis Tractors in 2020. This partnership has allowed us to offer our customers access to the renowned Solis Tractor line up, known for their exceptional performance, durability, and versatility. This also features attachments suitable for many compact tractors, ensuring all tasks can be completed on the land.

Continuing our commitment to expanding our product offerings, we further enhanced our dealership by becoming authorised EP Equipment importers & dealers in 2022. EP Equipment is recognised globally for its innovative Li-ion electric battery forklifts and material handling equipment, providing green environmentally friendly solutions without compromising on power or productivity.

In line with our mission to provide comprehensive equipment solutions, we are thrilled to announce that we have recently become authorised dealers for Corvus in 2023. Corvus delivers high-performance utility vehicles designed to tackle rugged terrains and demanding tasks, providing our customers with a versatile and reliable off-road transportation solution.

At Iron & Earth Equipment Limited, we prioritise customer satisfaction and strive to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Whether you require equipment for a specific project or are looking to expand your fleet, our knowledgeable team is ready to assist you in finding the right machinery solution.

MEET THE IRON & EARTH EQUIPMENT TEAM

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

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.

Kirsty Betteridge

Office & Accounts Manager

Role: Looks after all aspects of admin within the company & keeps Barry & Paul on top of their paperwork!

Likes: Fast cars, her staffie Grey & being looked after by her two lovely children.

Wynitia Oakhill

HR & Marketing

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

Rafa Rivas

Export Sales Manager

Hailing from the south of Spain, Rafa has joined Iron & Earth as our Export Sales Manager. Rafa is fluent in 3 languages, enjoys the gym and socialising at the weekend.

Andy Wood

Foreman & Installation Engineer

Formerly of Ellis Transport, Andy has a wealth of experience. Never flustered, he carries out the installation of new tractors and, as company foreman, is a fantastic lead for all our yard, workshop and office team to utilise.

Scott Purslowe

Utility Operative

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.

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

Office Administrator

Role: Looking after the admin side of Iron & Earth in the office.

Likes: Enjoying family time with her little boy, dog walks in the local countryside and paddleboarding on the canal.

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.

Jon Turner

Yard Operative

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.

Stuart Bodenham

Technical Support

Stuart, a local resident, boasts years of expertise in both service and engineering, having been employed by JCB as well as various national plant hire firms. He serves as a daily resource for our engineers and acts as the liaison between us, as a dealership, and the multiple manufacturers we collaborate with.

Trevor Wakefield

Workshop Engineer

Not only is Trevor a highly skilled professional in the engineering sector, but he is also has a passion for archery and rugby. He enjoys quality time with his family, often embarking on adventures in a campervan that he personally crafted. In addition to his engineering career, Trevor is a part time author who specialises in writing zombie fiction.

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.

Archie Cursham

Part Time Engineer

A wise head on young shoulders. Archie is our Part Time Engineer and is passionate about all things Tractors, plant and Landrovers.

Greg Chapple

Machine Valeter & Yard Operative

Greg is our man for getting the machines sparkling clean when they arrive at The Stockyard. Greg enjoys spending time with his family, and exploring the local areas.