JMSL, a leading provider of tailored manpower, project services and fabrication, is pleased to announce the formation of its inaugural Advisory Board. This strategic initiative will provide access to specialised expertise, create opportunities to foster strategic thinking, and guide the company as it pursues its ambitious growth objectives.
Managing Director Campbell Jamieson stated:
“Since deciding to introduce an Advisory Board, we have been diligently working to identify and attract highly experienced senior management and C-suite individuals from a diverse range of industry sectors. Their collective insights will be invaluable as we navigate our growth trajectory.”
The establishment of the Advisory Board aligns with JMSL’s broader strategic growth plan, which includes sector diversification and geographical expansion. Notably, JMSL recently launched a new entity in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth strategy. This expansion enables JMSL to extend its manpower solutions to current and new clients across the Middle East and is delighted to have already secured a contract providing skilled manpower to an existing client for a landline construction project in the UAE.
Campbell added:
“We are making significant strides with our strategic growth plans, having secured our first contract in the Middle East and finalising appointments to our Advisory Board. We are delighted to announce our Board members—John Wood, Tamzin Steel, Andy Thom and Darren Sutherland. Their extensive experience across various industry sectors and regions, including the UK and the Middle East, will be a tremendous asset to JMSL as we advance our growth initiatives.”
Tamzin Steel
Tamzin is an accomplished and commercially minded leader with C-suite, Board and Advisory experience in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors spanning energy, sport and education. Having spent more than 15 years in the Middle East, Tamzin has earned her reputation as a trusted, culturally astute advisor and has a demonstrable track record in engaging, supporting and guiding stakeholders and business leaders.
Tamzin most recently held an interim Chief of Staff role for Golf Saudi, overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects and advising the CEO on organisational design, operating model structuring and specialist support on related Board and NRC matters. Her prior experience includes C-level HR and communication roles with PXGEO, Polarcus, TAQA, and KCA Deutag, supporting global operations across Europe, Africa, the Middle & Far East, and the USA.
Tamzin possesses deep expertise in M&A, organisational design and change, business transformation, and compensation and benefits, within a range of businesses from PE-backed private entities to government-owned and publicly listed global companies. She excels in navigating complex business scenarios—from crisis wind-downs to growth M&A and start-ups—addressing people, communication, and organisational challenges to enable successful business outcomes.
Currently, Tamzin focuses on advisory and non-executive roles, where she thrives on supporting businesses during times of change, challenge, transformation, and growth.
Darren Sutherland
Darren is a seasoned energy executive with over 30 years of global experience in the oil and gas industry. He holds a B.Eng. (Hons) in Offshore Mechanical Engineering, an MBA from London Business School, and is a Chartered Engineer with the IMarEST.
Beginning his career as a trainee drilling engineer with Santa Fe, Darren has since held various onshore and offshore operational, commercial, and executive roles worldwide. Notably, he served as CEO of Perfomex, Borr Drilling’s joint venture in Mexico, where he continues to serve on the Board of Directors. Currently, he is the Vice President leading Borr Drilling’s European and African business unit, based in Aberdeen.
Darren has extensive experience in Latin America and the Middle East, and he is recognized for his leadership in promoting mental health within the energy sector. Recently serving as Chair of the IADC North Sea Chapter, he spearheaded the development of the IADC Mental Health and Wellbeing Charter, a framework aimed at fostering cultural change and improving mental health support for offshore and onshore workers. His efforts have led to widespread industry engagement and ongoing initiatives to enhance workforce well-being.
Andy Thom
Andy is a seasoned global executive with over 25 years of experience across the energy, oil and gas and renewables sectors. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership and C-suite positions across the US, Asia Pacific, Africa, South America and the Middle East, including roles as CEO, COO, and Managing Director, where he has been instrumental in driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and organizational transformation.
Andy’s track record includes significant success with Sea Trucks Group global expansion, driving Benthic’s growth in the Geotechnical space, culminating in its successful sale to a private equity-backed Acteon group in 2019, major capital funding, and company exits.
Currently serving as Commercial Director for Ocean Infinity, Andy continues to apply his extensive experience to advance the company’s operations and strategic initiatives. Prior to this, Andy served as Chief Operating Officer at PXGEO and Managing Director at Benthic, based in Houston, Texas.
John Wood
John is a versatile business leader with over 30 years of global experience across five markets: Defence, Cruise & Luxury Vessels, Renewables, Oil & Gas, and Commercial Maritime. He has operated throughout the entire project lifecycle, demonstrating the commercial drive and acumen necessary to lead operations through periods of positive change and to build new teams.
John has a proven ability to establish commercial operations in challenging environments and is experienced in developing and implementing both short- and long-term strategic growth plans, manufacturing efficiency upgrades, and startup operations. He has a demonstrable record of achieving economic and sustainable growth and has managed portfolios of multiple businesses and major projects across extensive geographical locations, empowering teams to deliver and building high-performing teams.
Most recently, John served as CEO of Harland and Wolff, collaborating closely with Ministers to define and execute a plan to reinvigorate shipbuilding and fabrication in the UK. He oversaw the redesign and reconstruction of fabrication production halls and the repair yard to undertake major cruise revitalization projects and was responsible for securing and delivering a significant FPSO repair, upgrade, and maintenance project.
Prior to this, John held several senior roles with Teramar, Aurecon, and BAE Systems.
JMSL looks forward to the strategic guidance and industry insights that the Advisory Board will bring as the company continues to expand its footprint and deliver exceptional manpower solutions globally.
About JMSL
JMSL is a leading provider of tailored manpower solutions, committed to delivering excellence across various industry sectors. With a focus on strategic growth and international expansion, JMSL continues to build upon its reputation for quality and reliability in workforce and project solutions.
