About Us.
We are Samuel Knight
Vision
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People
People-centric
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Proud
Proud of our values
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Purpose
Dedicated to our purpose
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Passionate
Passionate about change
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Planet
Creating a better tomorrow for our planet
Purpose
Why we exist
Creating a greener tomorrow today by working with our global community to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Mission
How we’re going to get there
Continuously investing in our employees, creating excellent career opportunities and having an open- door proposition whilst creating a belonging and winning culture.
2014
Steven Rawlingson founds Samuel Knight, naming it after his grandad with just a team of 4 staff members in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
2015
We secured a significant rail electrification project worth £4 million with ABC.
2016
2017
2018
Created a board of directors with over 40 years of experience. Carl Moffett joined as CFO, strengthening senior management.
2019
2020
Paul Kaiser joined as chairman, bringing significant staffing sector experience. Moved into a spacious 12,000 sq ft facility with modern amenities. Dan Kerr became MD of Samuel Knight Energy. Lisa Whitwell joined as FD, enhancing finance operations.
2021
Launched in the USA in Dallas, achieving $10.7 million USD within 7 months of trading.
2022
Established Samuel Knight Tech under Jorel Bautista. Formed Samuel Knight Holdings and established Samuel Knight Projects. Now have 4 specialist companies focused on Renewable Energy and Sustainable Transportation recruitment, delivering engineering and technology solutions.
2023
Kenzie Morris and Dave Allen joined the board of Samuel Knight USA. Invested heavily in new staff and solidified purpose, mission, and values. Created a plan to achieve £50 million in sales by 2025.
SKI Life
Our culture is fun, fearless and entrepreneurial.
Meet the team Meet the teamWe value results, encourage teamwork and embrace change.
As far as company benefits go, we focus on each individual need within the workplace. With our onsite personal PT, you have access to personal work out and nutrition plans, ensuring a healthy and balanced lifestyle. In addition to competitive salaries and performance bonuses, employees can look forward to regular incentives trips away and engaging social events, fostering a vibrant and supportive team culture.
We also encourage giving back to the community through volunteering and sponsored charity events, making a positive impact beyond the workplace.
Meet the team Meet the team-
Become a Knight
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Development in Knighthood
Diversity, equity & inclusion
Samuel Knight International is committed to championing diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We firmly believe that embracing a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and drives innovation while sourcing the best staffing solutions.
We foster an inclusive culture that respects and appreciates the unique perspectives and experiences of our employees and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered.
Our Women of Today brand, launched in 2023 under Samuel Knight Energy has a main focus of empowering the women of TODAY to pursue careers within the Renewable Energy industry, while also exploring creative strategies to assist organisations in reaching their diversity and inclusion objectives.
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CSR
We firmly believe in the power of Corporate Social Responsibility and its significance in the workplace, understanding that as a global organization, we have a responsibility to contribute positively to society and the environment.
Our commitment to CSR is ingrained in our core values and guides our everyday operations. We prioritize the well-being and development of our employees, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, equality, and personal growth. We also actively engage in community initiatives, volunteering our time and resources to make a meaningful impact.
At Samuel Knight International, we view CSR as an integral part of our identity, driving us to create a better future for our employees, communities, and the planet as a whole.
Giving Back
Here at Samuel Knight,we understand the importance of giving back to the community and coming together to support issues we face worldwide. We have done this in numerous ways such as the annual CEO Sleepout to fight homelessness, regular food bank donations, The Tough Mudder for charity and many more.
Please see below some of our recent efforts:
