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About Us

Our dynamic team at SoilSafe is composed of highly skilled professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise. This unique blend of knowledge and experience enables us to tackle challenges head-on and drive towards success in all our projects. Each team member brings a wealth of experience from various fields, including environmental science, engineering, sustainability, and project management. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to develop innovative solutions, foster collaborative problem-solving, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Our team’s commitment to continuous learning and professional development ensures that we stay at the forefront of industry advancements, providing cutting-edge services and maintaining our reputation for excellence. Together, we work tirelessly to achieve our mission of promoting environmental protection and sustainability, making a positive impact on the communities and industries we serve.

Headquarters, Manchester

Headquarters, Manchester

Meet The Team

Director

James Blyth

James has over 19 years experience in the Geotechnical industry, and founded SoilSafe in 2020. James is passionate about the environment, and enjoys spending his personal time racing motorbikes. 

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Mechanical Engineer

Michael Ghislain

Michael joined SoilSafe in 2024. Leveraging his Mechanical Engineering background, Michael contributes to ACSW testing, research, and development. In his free time, Michael enjoys gym workouts and playing football.

People Operations Manager

Kira Dyer

Kira joined SoilSafe in 2024. Kira has a background in administration and project management, supporting with HR and the companies operational success. In her personal time, Kira enjoys spending time in the gym, and reading philosophy.  

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Civil Engineering Apprentice

Jake Owen

Jake joined SoilSafe in 2023. Jake is currently completing a Civil Engineering Apprenticeship and works alongside Izzy. Jake aspires to be a Civil Engineer in the future. When not in work, Jake enjoys working out in the gym, and is a goal keeper for his local team. 

Geotechnical Engineer

Izzy Blamires

Izzy joined SoilSafe in 2022. With a background in Geophysics, Izzy supports with ACSW testing, Settlement Analysis and Validated Independent Base Design (VIB). Outside of work, Izzy plays cricket and enjoys running. 

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Senior Engineering Geologist

Rebecca Fryer

Rebecca joined SoilSafe in 2025, and has over 13 years experience as an Engineering Geologist.  

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