Meet the team

Meet the people powering the change
Meet the team

Our people are our greatest energy source.

Engineers, operators, commercial leaders and problem-solvers all working together to deliver smarter, cleaner and more valuable energy solutions.

Directors

Experienced. Approachable. Built from engineers.

Alt-Group is led by people who understand the detail as well as the bigger picture. Many started as engineers. They’ve designed it, built it and delivered it themselves. They guide, challenge and support teams day to day. No hierarchy for hierarchy’s sake. Just clear direction, shared accountability and decisions grounded in real experience.

Phil Mole
Phil Mole
Group Chief Executive Officer

Phil leads Alt-Group’s strategy, growth and long-term direction. As Co-Founder, he has built the business around trust, technical excellence and fully integrated EPC delivery ensuring Alt remains commercially strong, agile and future-focused.

He drives expansion into larger, more complex projects while maintaining the engineering-led ethos that underpins the Group’s reputation. His focus is clear: sustainable growth, strong partnerships and building a business designed to lead the UK’s renewable energy transition.

Will George
Will George
Group Chief Operating Officer

Co-Founder and Chief Delivery Officer, Will leads Alt-Group’s full project delivery lifecycle from pre-construction and design through to build, commissioning and handover. Electrically trained and engineering-led, he oversees technical, project management and delivery teams to ensure every project is built safely, precisely and to the highest professional standards.

Will specialises in complex and constrained sites, unlocking practical solutions where others cannot. He has delivered projects up to 16MW and across portfolios exceeding 200MW, while scaling Alt-Group’s capability towards larger utility-scale developments without compromising quality or safety.

Gareth Williams
Gareth Williams
Group Commercial Director

Gareth leads Alt-Group’s commercial strategy, driving development opportunities and strengthening partnerships across the renewable energy market. He oversees the full project lifecycle, aligning sales, marketing and business development to deliver commercially robust solutions and long-term value across the UK and Europe.

John Robinson
John Robinson
Group Finance Director

John oversees Alt-Group’s financial strategy, governance and commercial oversight, ensuring the business remains financially strong as it continues to grow. He works closely with the leadership team to support investment decisions, manage risk and provide clear financial direction across the Group.

With extensive experience in financial management and business operations, John focuses on building robust financial structures that support sustainable growth, operational clarity and long-term stability.

Emma Jones
Emma Jones
Group Central Operations Director

Emma oversees Alt-Group’s operational performance and scalability. With the business since day one, she has built the systems, processes and teams that support growth ensuring delivery stays consistent, efficient and future-ready.

<span>Soheil Komilian</span><br><span class="text-xs flex">PhD, BEng, PGCrt, PGCHPE, MIET, FHEA</span>
Soheil Komilian
PhD, BEng, PGCrt, PGCHPE, MIET, FHEA
Director of Design & Engineering

A Chartered Engineer with a PhD, Dr Soheil leads Alt-Group’s design and engineering function for Solar PV and BESS. He sets engineering standards, guides complex projects and builds practical, compliant solutions from 50 kW to 50 MW that stand up in the real world.

Lee Goddard
Lee Goddard
Technical Director

With over 15 years in the solar and electrical industry, Lee leads system design, engineering quality and technical delivery across commercial and utility-scale projects. He stays close to challenges, explains complexity clearly and engineers solutions when standard options don’t exist.

Jordan Stephens
Jordan Stephens
Divisional Sales Director

Jordan leads sales and commercial strategy for Alt-Group’s operations and maintenance division. With a strong technical grounding and over a decade in renewables, he works closely with agricultural, commercial and industrial clients to deliver long-term performance and value.

Adam Stayte
Adam Stayte
Divisional Operations Director

Adam leads operational delivery within Alt-Group’s Operations & Maintenance division, ensuring solar assets continue to perform safely, efficiently and reliably long after installation. Working closely with engineering, service and monitoring teams, he oversees day-to-day operations across a growing portfolio of systems.

With a practical, solutions-focused approach, Adam coordinates maintenance, diagnostics and on-site support to keep systems performing at their best. His role ensures Alt-Group’s O&M services remain responsive, dependable and built for long-term asset performance.

Our teams

From engineering and design to commercial and delivery, our teams bring deep expertise and real-world experience. They ask better questions. They challenge assumptions. They find smarter ways forward. Everyone has a voice. Everyone plays a part.

Catherine Simpson
Catherine Simpson
Head of Sales

As Head of Sales at Alt-Group, Catherine leads the company’s sales, driving growth, strategic client relationships and long-term partnerships. With over 25 years’ experience in B2B energy and utilities, she combines commercial insight with technical understanding to deliver projects that are both financially and operationally robust.

She works across public sector, industrial and commercial markets, helping clients optimise energy use, manage costs and meet ESG objectives, while aligning sales strategy with delivery capability to maximise impact.

Melissa Wilkes
Melissa Wilkes
Head of Brand & Communications

Having spearheaded and led the successful launch of Alt-Group’s rebrand, Melissa now shapes the strategic positioning of the Group. Her remit spans stakeholder engagement, sponsorship and PR, raising Alt’s profile and maximising commercial opportunities.

Melissa leads the execution of key company events and collaborates cross-functionally to ensure they reflect the Group’s values and growth objectives. She also heads up internal communications and is passionate about nurturing a positive company culture.

Anna White
Anna White
Head of Marketing

Anna leads marketing strategy across Alt-Group, aligning brand, content and digital performance with commercial objectives. She focuses on clear positioning, structured customer journeys and measurable impact, ensuring marketing supports both sales growth and long-term brand strength.

Working cross-functionally, she translates technical capability into compelling messaging that reflects Alt’s engineering-led approach and ambition.

Helen Williams
Helen Williams
Head of Legal & People

Helen leads Alt-Group’s people strategy and legal governance, ensuring the business scales with clarity, structure and compliance. She oversees HR, contracts and regulatory matters, supporting both operational delivery and long-term growth.

Her structured, principled approach strengthens accountability, protects the business and ensures Alt-Group’s culture and standards remain strong as the company evolves.

Trevor Turnbull
Trevor Turnbull
Head of Commercial Operations

Trevor leads Alt-Group’s commercial and procurement strategy, heading up the procurement team and driving strategic initiatives across the business. He brings over 30 years of experience in mechanical and electrical engineering, procurement, and commercial contract management.

With a strong background in commercial construction and structural steel, Trevor plays a key role in driving commercial performance and supporting the successful delivery of the company’s strategic objectives within the renewable energy sector

Business Development Team

Bethany Walford
Bethany Walford
Business Development Manager

Beth focuses on ground-mount solar and developer-led projects, supporting opportunities from early engagement through to full EPC delivery. She works with developers and landowners to align strategy, technical coordination and programme planning, ensuring projects transition smoothly from concept to construction.

Charlotte Boatman
Charlotte Boatman
Business Development Manager

Charlotte drives growth across Alt-Group’s O&M division, managing client relationships from first engagement through to long-term service delivery. She ensures agricultural, commercial and public-sector assets perform reliably while building lasting partnerships that protect asset value over time.

Sales Team

Dan Halsey
Dan Halsey
Senior Business Development Manager (Commercial)

With nearly 30 years’ experience across FMCG and renewables, Dan specialises in rooftop and carport solar projects. He brings deep knowledge of PPA and self-funded models and focuses on long-term partnerships that deliver real impact.

Brad Peach
Brad Peach
Sales Consultant

Brad works with SMEs and commercial clients to reduce energy costs and carbon footprints. He takes a straightforward, consultative approach: understanding the challenge first, then designing a system that genuinely fits, delivering practical, long-term results.

Eddie Chadfield
Eddie Chadfield
Technical Sales Consultant

With over 16 years in renewables, Eddie combines hands-on technical experience with commercial know-how. He ensures every system is practical, compliant, and engineered to perform reliably over the long term, delivering solutions that are both technically sound and value-driven.

Want to be part of our team?

Whatever your skillset, you’ll be part of a team that turns ideas into real-world energy solutions.
email us at careers@alt-group.uk