GODFREY GROUP FACILITIES - Key Persons
Andrew's career path nearly followed his father's as a Coal Miner, but instead, he started a Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship on building sites across Wales, once established as a tradesman and after moving to London, Andrew had the foresight and confidence in his skills to start his own business, it is from these meagre beginnings that Godfrey Group as a company developed.
Craig has been working for Godfrey Group for over 3 years and due to the continued growth of the business he was recently appointed the Building & Maintenance site manager.
With over 20 years' experience in the construction industry Craig brought with him a vast wealth of knowledge and experience having worked on new build constructions, house extensions, heritage works and barn conversions.
He leads our Building & Maintenance team on various projects which also includes Kitchen & Bathroom refurbishments and Fire Protection works for a local housing association.
When a new project is undertaken Craig will have a presence on site from concept to completion, ensuring that when the work is signed off as complete it meets the customer's specification exactly.
Outside of work he spends his time in the countryside with his partner and 2 children.
Craig is the newest member of the Godfrey Group head office team.
Laura has worked at Godfrey Group for many years in various roles. She has completed work experience in the finance department and she was part of the 2019 team that launched Godfrey Group on a National platform, attending The Holiday Park & Resort Innovation trade show at Birmingham NEC.
Laura is a Business Management Graduate from the University of Liverpool, where she took part in a semester abroad, studying in New York City.
Louisa has had a very successful career in Education. She graduated from University 25 years ago with a Bachelor of Education, specialising in Welsh and English.
Louisa taught in Primary schools in the local area for 25 years, progressing to become a Deputy Headteacher and, later, a Headteacher. She was the Headteacher of a very successful Primary School for 15 years before leaving Education to join her husband and daughter in the family business.
Louisa is now one of our company Directors, leading on the design and development of Pool Park Estate.
Louisa also has an interest in promoting wellbeing. She has Diplomas in Trauma and in First Aid for Mental Health. She supports Godfrey Group Employees with their wellbeing and helps to ensure that staff feel happy and supported.
In her spare time, Louisa is happiest when at home. She loves spending time on the family's smallholding with her children, husband, dogs and horses! She loves being in the kitchen - cooking, baking and entertaining!
Mel joined Godfrey Group as our Payroll Manager due to the continued growth and success of the Company. She has over 20 years' experience working within Payroll and Accounts and therefore will also be assisting Craig in other Finance duties.
As a Payroll Manager, Mel has a strong attention to detail and along with working closely with the managers, she will ensure the utmost accuracy when processing the payroll. Mel is also available to discuss payroll queries direct with the employees and assist them with personal tax queries etc.
Outside of work Mel enjoys sporting activities with her family and loves walking her Border Collie Maggie.
Nicky has 26 years' experience working across the holiday park industry, with broad operational experience in Housekeeping, maintenance, service delivery and general holiday park management. An eye for detail and drive for continuous improvement