Duo appointed at recycling specialist

Metal recycling and waste management specialist Ward has announced a brace of new additions to its commercial team.

Mick Roots joins as national construction manager, while Kieron Shanks takes up the newly-created role of senior bid manager.

The two new hires will both report to Heather Foo, head of purchasing (metals) and sales (waste) at Ward.

She said: “It is great to have Mick on board to further enhance the waste team and the wider business.

“His experience and passion shines through and we are very pleased to have him as part of the Ward family.

“The business is equally thrilled to welcome Kieron to the team, who will have a key role in expanding the business through the bid process.”