Stephen Searle Retires from Rotary Engineering After More Than 50 Years

Stephen Searle, Production Manager at Rotary Engineering UK Ltd, is retiring after more than 50 years service with the company.

Stephen began his career at W.E. Burnand in 1976 as an apprentice machinist. WE Burnand was acquired by Rotary in 1990. After completing his five-year apprenticeship, Stephen began training new apprentices, developing them to become competent, skilled engineers, whilst also developing their personal skills, confidence and standards in the workplace. Stephen later became a Chargehand, then, in 2014 following a retirement, Stephen became Production Manager. In this role, he worked closely with clients across the UK steel industry and oversaw the manufacture of equipment for the motor repair and high-voltage coil industries.

Many staff today, still refer to Stephen for technical advice. Stephen's contribution to staff development and has been critical developing a successful workforce and, with this has contributed to the success of Rotary Engineering.

Throughout his career, Stephen has been known for his technical expertise, dedication and willingness to share his knowledge with others. His contribution to the business, and the many people he has trained and supported along the way, has been invaluable.

Now, after more than 50 years of loyal service, Stephen is finally hanging up his boots and beginning a well-earned retirement.

We would like to thank Stephen for his tremendous commitment, hard work and dedication over more than five decades. He leaves behind a remarkable legacy and will be greatly missed by everyone at Rotary Engineering UK Ltd.