Meet Our Experts

Mick Kilburn

Managing Director

I’m Mick Kilburn and the Managing Director at of EPM and Executive Board Member at the British Pest Control Association. With 28 years’ experience, I’m proud to have dedicated the last 12 years providing solutions to complex pest issues and supporting our clients in protecting their brand. I have a simple solution to assisting clients through my dedicated team at EPM and:

“We always do the right thing.”

Brian Robinson

Commercial Director

I’m Brian Robinson, I am EPM’s Commercial Director. I have been resolving client’s complex pest issues and finding solutions for over 28 years.  In this challenging financial climate I am utilising EPM’s agility and my commercial knowledge to provide our clients with Pest Management Solutions that are competitively priced and exceed our customers expectation.

Neil Wotherspoon

Operations Director

I’m Neil Wotherspoon, I am the Operations Director here at EPM. For over 30 years I have led various teams to deliver quality Pest Management solutions and resolve complex pest situations both in the UK and around the world. As you can see in my image, Including war zones. Therefore, you could say I’ve “Been There, Done That and Worn the Helmet”. It is my job to ensure your service is delivered on time and to the standard you would expect from a leading provider of Pest Management Services. 

Phil Hoggard

Company Biologist

I’m Phil Hoggard. I have been in the pest management industry for over 35 years. I have worked alongside the manging director and other EPM staff members many years previous and was delighted to be given the opportunity of joining EPM in 2019.  I am one of the Biologists and it is my job to support your local technicians in ensuring you receive the best possible service. 

Wayne Dunbar

Senior Technician

I began my pest control career with a national company back in the early 90’s alongside Mick and several other members of the EPM team. When Mick started EPM I didn’t hesitate to join him in 2010. Throughout my time with EPM, I have covered all aspects of the job and provided quality pest management services for major brands. I love working at EPM and thoroughly enjoy meeting customers. The majority of my spare time is usually spent doing DIY and, as many of my clients are aware, (Favourite topic of conversation) I am also a keen motorcyclist.

Michelle Daubney

Finance Administrator

I am Michelle and I joined Elite Pest Management in August 2021.  I have never worked in the Pest management Industry so knew very little about the job at the time.  I thoroughly enjoy my job here at EPM, it can be different daily which is great and I love how fabulous our team is. My job can be varied working for EPM, however, my main duties and responsibilities are related to the company accounts. 

Andy Paton

Company Biologist

I joined the industry back in August 2008 and was trained by both Mick Kilburn and Wayne Dunbar.  I continued to gain experience as a trainee Biologist at Green Comliance & working for another national company for key clients audited by BRC, M & S, Tesco etc. and eventually achieved accredited & Technical Inspector during my time with them. I always knew I would work with Mick again. Mick always focused on ensuring the client received a quality service and made sure his staff were given the time to achieve that. I have recently achieved my Biologist certification and have gained experience in auditing which I particularly enjoy. 

Craig Briggs

Technician

I have been in the pest control industry for 32+ years, including various roles starting out as a service technician, progressing to field Biologist and then into the position of district manager.
Moved to EPM in March 2023 to join a company that priorities customer service, and also ensures a quality of work/home life balance be maintained and expected.
Outside of work love to spend time with the family, hobbies include wood turning, walking the dog, gardening and getting away in the campervan has ofter as possible.

Scott Donnell

Technician

I’m Scott Donnell. I have been in the pest management industry for over 30 years. I have worked alongside Mick and several other EPM staff members throughout my time in this industry. It is my pleasure and a privilege to continue my journey with such an outstanding team which has been assembled at EPM.I look forward to ensuring you receive excellent service and continue to foster a strong relationship with EPM , where Every Person Matters.

Colette Carpenter

Senior Technician

I’ve been working in the Pest industry since March 2020 and have previously worked at two large pest control companies. Learning  a new trade during a global pandemic was interesting and challenging to say the least! But I love being presented with a problem and investigating to find the root cause and solution there isn’t anything more satisfying! In my spare time I play football for a local grassroots team and enjoy spending time with my partner and two dogs! 

Jay Walker

Technician

Info coming soon…

Carl Anderson

Senior Technician

I’m Carl Anderson ,ive worked in the Pest Control Industry for over 30 years and have worked along several EPM Staff over the years . I started with National Britannia as a technician progressing to Ecolab as an Advanced Technician. I love the problem solving and detective work involved in this industry and hope I can give all my customers the reassurance of my commitment to solving their issues.  Outside of work I enjoy riding my motorbike and getting away with the caravan.

Matt Rushworth

Senior Technician

Mick has assembled a team of vastly experienced, proven quality service providers, all dedicated to showcasing the EPM brand and its core value of  “Supporting You and Protecting Your Brand”. As this seamlessly aligns with my approach to customer service, and as someone with over 30 years experience in a variety of roles within the industry, from Technician to Operations Manager, and has worked alongside, and trained, members of the EPM team previously, I had no hesitation in joining EPM when the opportunity arose.

Outside of work I enjoy golf (on the occasional good shot), cooking (Masterchef contestants need not worry), and trying to keep the fish in my tropical tanks alive. 

Jodie King

Marketing Manager

I have worked at EPM for several years now in the background. I am more website development focused with an eye for SEO and content creation. 

I love working with the EPM team. They are the right mix of dedication, passion for their work, and solid everyday banter. They care about their customers, an ethos that starts and finished with Mick.

I have seen the team grow over the last few years but those values have remained constant and that is always an impressive accomplishment. I am excited to write the next chapter with them. 

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