Sunderland crushing equipment manufacturer expands workforce following mining buyout

A Sunderland-based crushing equipment manufacturer has expanded its workforce following a management buy out of Komatsu Mining’s Sunderland manufacturing operation in August 2021.

SE-TEK, which operates from a 200,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in the city, has recruited more than 20 people, taking its headcount to more than 100.

It has also engaged with the government’s Kickstarter scheme with an additional 20 young people joining the business shortly.

Giles Richell, CEO of SE-TEK, said: “In the short time since we completed the MBO the pace of the business has been exceptionally positive with support from existing customers and suppliers, potential clients and, of course, our growing workforce that is enjoying being part of this new journey.

“We have a real opportunity to deliver strong growth and expand the business further.

“One of the main challenges has been transferring over all of the business’ back-office functions, such as payroll, accounts payable and receivables, credit control, IT support from Komatsu, thus enabling us to be in a position where we can stand on our own two feet.”

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