About Us

Gary founded NECS in 2006 and has since developed it from a small Newcastle-based family business to a well-established company operating nationwide. Utilising his 25+ years’ industry experience, Gary oversees all sales, marketing, finance and operational activity on a daily basis, ensuring all clients receive the best possible service.

Prior to joining NECS, Leigh started her career in various sales and office management roles before joining Northumbria Police as a Police Constable and progressing to become Detective Constable. Leigh has been part of the NECS team since it was founded in 2006 and she heads the HR department, overseeing all recruitment of new staff.

With more than 30 years' management experience, Jim oversees all operational activity and has been instrumental in the development of KPIs and automated systems. Prior to joining NECS in 2015, he was Head of Operations in the Soft Services industry.

Elaine joined NECS in 2012, after a 32 year career at the HMRC. As Personnel Manager, Elaine assists with all office and employee requirements including payroll, sickness, holidays, monthly PAYE and pension.

AAT qualified, Angela joined NECS in 2019. Her main responsibilities include managing, processing and reconciling accounts and raising sales invoices, as well as assisting with general office requirements and customer relations. Angela’s prior roles include working in the accounts department at a local charity and garden centre.

Matthew joined NECS in March 2020 as a Level 3 Business Admin Apprentice and after completing his apprenticeship was appointed Recruitment Admin Assistant, then in April 2023 to his current role. Matthew manages all elements of our recruitment requirements as well as supporting our Operations Director in communication with our Customers.

Claire joined NECS in 2020 and has extensive industry experience. Her main responsibility is to manage our customers in Newcastle and the surrounding areas. In 2025 Claire was promoted to Area Manager to oversee operations across Scotland and the NorthEast of England. Claire is PAT test certified and is training for IOSH Working Safely

Nigel joined NECS in 2023 as our Area Supervisor for Scotland. He brings with him a strong background in commercial cleaning and supervisory experience.

Mark joined us in 2022 with over 8 years' industry experience to look after our clients South of the Tyne down to Teesside.

Andrea joined NECS in 2020 with more than 14 years’ experience in the commercial cleaning industry for the hospitality sector, as well as in cleaning supervisory roles.
In 2025 Andrea was promoted to Area Manager to oversee operations across Yorkshire and the North West.

Michelle joined NECS in 2017 having worked in the industry since 2002. Michelle is IPAF and PASMA trained by NECS to assist with high level and specialist cleans, as well as managing her team of cleaners and client portfolio.

Shereen Joined NECS in 2024 with nearly 10 years experience in the cleaning industry.

Phillip joined NECS in 2014 as a cleaning operative. His strong work ethics and high cleaning standards led to his promotion to Area Supervisor in 2018 which is a position he continues to thrive in.

Vincent has been with NECS since 2024. In his role as Midlands Supervisor, he looks after our clients and cleaners across the Midlands. With over 30 years experience in the industry he knows his way round a cleaning cupboard!

Gerald joined NECS in 2023 and has proved himself a very conscientous member of the team.

Ian joined NECS in 2024 to further support our customer base in london and the South East, Ian has over 15 years experience in the industry.