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Martyn Sherratt
Marina Manager
Martyn has worked at Brixham Marina since 2010. He started as a Dockmaster before being promoted to Marina Manager and has also recently taken the helm at Torquay Marina. Before joining MDL, Martyn was a branch manager for Booker Wholesale. His focus is to keep customer service at a very high level and ensure our berth holders make memories every time they visit our marinas in Torbay.
John Osborne
Assistant Manager
John has worked at Torquay Marina since 2011, starting off as a Dockmaster and working his way up to the position of Marina Supervisor. As part of his job, John oversees Health and Safety and keeping the marina records up to date. John has 3 children, twin girls and a son. He served in the Army with the Royal Engineers, likes Formula One and "for his sins" is a devoted Arsenal FC fan.
Charlotte Woodley
Administrator
Studying travel and tourism, Charlie has a keen interest in the marine sector. Having worked for Torquay Marina since 2015, Charlie has settled into a reception and support administrator role within the company. With 14 year’s experience in retail, Charlie brings a variety of skills to the team helping us to deliver an exceptional level of customer service. Whilst off duty Charlie likes being out in the sunshine enjoying the stunning scenery that the English Riviera has to offer.
David Thomas
Night Dockmaster
Having spent 27 years at sea in the Merchant Navy, Dave came ashore and went into the hospitality industry running a 15-bedroom, bed & breakfast guest house in Dorchester for 6 years. When the owners retired, a job was offered at Portland Marina, and he became a night berthing master for just over 12 years before joining MDL in May 2021. Dave's spare time is spent mostly with his son and close family. He also has a Colvic fishing boat moored on the River Dart and enjoys sea fishing as well as clay pigeon shooting.
Donald Spence
Night Dockmaster
Don has worked at Torquay since 2020 as our Night Dockmaster. He joined after successful careers in the RAF and Metropolitan Police where he served as Royalty and Specialist Protection Officer. Don brings with him a wealth of boating experience and knowledge owning both a modern motor cruiser and a 1938 Dunkirk Little Ship. He also has previous experience of being Commodore of a prestigious Blue flagged motor yacht club in London. Don is married and lives with his wife in the outskirts of Bristol.
James Owen-Bradley
Marina Operative
James has worked at Torquay Marina since August 2023. Starting off as a casual ’Marina Operative’ and recently accepted the role of full time ‘Day Marina Operative’, you’ll spot James’s beard first and foremost on the pontoons when he is on his rounds. He previously had roles within the customer service industry and spent 9 years in the RAF. James currently hosts a crisp podcast, public boardgames nights at a local bar and performs in a 3 piece live acoustic band which travels up and down the country. In his spare time also loves to skateboard and socialising with friends and family.
Kelvin Daniels
Marina Operative
Kelvin has worked for MDL as a Dockmaster since January 2011. Kelvin is ex Fire Service, Harbour Patrol, and also worked in the motor trade.
Kerrie Sherratt
Administrator
Kerrie has worked at Torquay Marina since 2005, joining as a Receptionist and now working as a part time Office Administrator. She enjoys spending time with her husband and their two boys. Summer days at the beach and having fun on their family boat is her favourite time of the year.
Sarah Harrison
Casual Marina Operative
Sarah worked at Torquay Marina part time from 2013 to 2022 as an Administration Assistant before returning as a Marina Operative on a seasonal basis in early 2024. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys reading, dancing, and walking her dog Molly.
Sarah Impey
Administrator
Sarah is our longest serving member of the Torquay team, as she started back in 1999 as Receptionist before becoming an Office Administrator. After having 2 children Sarah now works part time in the Marina office and likes to get involved with all the Marina parties and events. She also enjoys getting out on the pontoons when the sun is shining!
Simon Littlewood
Casual Marina Operative
Simon Joined MDL in 1990 and worked at Brixham Marina until 2016 when he changed to Torquay Marina. Simon has one daughter and two grandchildren who live in Australia. He's married to Lorraine and together they enjoy various activities.
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