Independent Automation and Control Systems Consulting
From one-off problem solving to ongoing technical leadership, I offer hands-on support and strategic input across control systems, automation, and digital transformation—independent, with no sales pitch.
Ad Hoc Services
For targeted support when you need it most—without long-term commitment.
Technical Leadership-as-a-Service
On-demand strategic guidance without the long-term commitment.
Digitalisation Strategy
Tailored roadmaps to modernise your systems and improve efficiency.
Control Systems Advisory
Expert troubleshooting and diagnostics to keep your operations running smoothly.
Retained Services
For clients who want consistent, strategic input without hiring full-time.
Fractional Technical Lead
8–10 days/month providing strategic direction and leadership reporting.
Technical Oversight
6–7 days/month with design reviews, mentoring, and upgrade oversight.
Advisory
4–5 days/month of expert support, including monthly check-ins and email assistance.
Fixed-Term Support
Independent, outcome-focused support for automation projects, installations, or system upgrades—without the long-term commitment.
I offer flexible consultancy for manufacturers who need senior technical input over a defined period. Whether it’s a control system upgrade, commissioning support, or project-phase delivery, I provide external expertise aligned to agreed deliverables—not day-to-day supervision.
Real Projects, Practical Impact
A few examples of where I have helped teams modernise systems, improve reliability, and get more from the tools they already had.
Unlocking Data from Legacy Equipment
A manufacturing site was relying on decades-old PLCs with no data access. I added a simple layer of logic and lightweight interface hardware to stream key performance data to the office in near real-time. No major upgrade, no long shutdown, just smarter use of what was already there.
Bolt-On Condition Monitoring with IO-Link
Rather than rip out well-functioning machines, I helped a client fit IO-Link sensors to capture wear data from legacy assets. This allowed maintenance to shift from reactive to predictive, using existing infrastructure and minimal disruption to production.
Making Industrial Data Visible Where It Matters
I worked with a team who had good data trapped in SCADA, but no visibility outside the control room. By connecting the system to lightweight dashboards using standard protocols, I helped them bring process data to the people making decisions, from shift managers to boardroom reports.
Start Your Next Project With Confidence
Whether you need help solving a control systems problem or planning your next phase of automation, I am here to support it.
Explore more about what I offer or get in touch to talk through what you’re working on.