Richard Palin

Richard Palin has a diverse and extensive career in operational leadership and talent management across various sectors, including construction, engineering, and energy. Currently serving as Operations Director at Reliable Contractors since October 2023, Richard is focused on the operational development of manpower and engineering solutions throughout the UK. Prior roles include Energy Director at VGC Group, where project delivery in the Power and Process sectors was overseen, and Operations Director for the North region at On Line People Limited. Other key positions held include COO at Workforce Saudia Istiqdam Company and Group Talent Director at Dar Al Riyadh Group. Richard also brings experience as Vice President at TASC Outsourcing and Director of Engineering at Shorterm Ltd, complemented by earlier roles focused on recruitment and operations management. Richard holds an HNC in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and is a veteran of the armed forces.