Salko UK appoints project planner

Yorkshire-based mechanical and engineering contractor Salko UK has appointed Debbie Harman as its first project development planner as it targets growth across Europe.

In her new role, Debbie will oversee overseas business development, with a focus on establishing recruitment hubs in key European markets to support the company’s expanding international operations.

Debbie brings experience across project management and commercial support roles, including time spent working on site as a commercial management assistant. 

Debbie said: “I’m really thrilled to be joining Salko UK at such an exciting time in the company’s history. 

In 2025, we saw teams distributed in Holland and Ireland as well as here in the UK. 

“The next step is to really cement the Salko name in our target markets and establish Recruitment Hubs to meet European labour demands.” 

Debbie’s appointment follows a strong year for Salko UK, which has delivered a series of major contracts in the UK and overseas.

Salko UK works across a broad range of sectors including mining, energy and industrial projects, providing mechanical and engineering expertise to clients across the UK and Europe.

Dean Murphy, chief executive of Salko UK, added: “We’re delighted to welcome Debbie to the Salko UK fold. 

“Her appointment is a marker not only of our success so far but also our ambitions for the future, as we look to expand into Europe.

“In 2026, we’re hoping to launch the first of our recruitment hubs in Europe with plans to recruit mechanical and electrical specialists in operative roles across welding, rigging, fabrication and more. 

“Debbie’s role will be crucial in ensuring the success of this new business initiative.” 

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