Gary Thistlethwaite

Gary Thistlethwaite is an experienced professional in health, safety, and environmental management, currently serving as the Head of HSSE Systems at SATS Ltd. since October 2025. Previously, Gary held the position of Safety & Risk Director at Svella Connect from September 2022 to September 2025 and was the Head of HSQE at DoorCo Ltd. for a brief period in early 2022. Other notable roles include Group Head of HSE at THG, Head of Health, Safety & Compliance at Stobart Aviation Services, and Global QHSE Manager at Swissport. Gary's career began with a focus on SHEQ management at Wincanton and has included roles such as Operations and Systems Manager at Great Bear Distribution Ltd. and Audit Manager at Expert Logistics Ltd. Gary's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Business Studies and Information Systems from the University of Lancashire and a BA (HONS) in Business Studies from The University of Bolton.