The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has appointed two highly regarded industry professionals to senior roles, as the organisation bolsters its leadership team during a period of growth and change.
Paul Napper has joined as Head of Training and Education, while Mark Collinson takes up the position of Head of Technical. Both bring decades of expertise to NASC, which represents the UK scaffolding and access industry.
Clive Dickin, NASC Chief Executive, welcomed the appointments, describing them as crucial additions to the senior team. He said: “We’re absolutely delighted with these two latest additions to the senior leadership team at NASC.
Both Paul and Mark bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the organisation and will play a critical role as we enter what promises to be an exciting period of development for the industry and for NASC.”
Paul Napper arrives with a strong background in professional development, having previously held roles at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Lloyds Maritime Academy.
His career has been dedicated to fostering skills and helping individuals progress in their careers. He also serves as a trustee for the Unicorn Preservation Society and the Countryside Regeneration Trust, reflecting his broader commitment to education and mentorship.
Speaking about his new role, Paul said: “I am incredibly excited to join NASC and contribute to the ongoing training and education in the industry. Lifelong learning is essential for both individual success and the growth of any sector, and I look forward to working with NASC members to enhance opportunities for training, upskilling, and professional excellence.”
Mr Dickin highlighted the importance of Paul’s appointment in aligning NASC’s training work more closely with the Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS).
“Paul will be central to the work to bring NASC and CISRS into closer alignment as we look to maximise the impact both have on the industry and the economy.”
Mark Collinson steps into his new role after serving as Europe Commercial SHEQ Director at Brand Access Solutions, previously known as Lyndon SGB. With 38 years of experience in the scaffolding and access industry – including 13 in health and safety – Mark is a familiar figure to many, having served on NASC’s Safety Committee.
Mark said: “Having been a long-standing contributor to NASC through its Safety Committee, I am delighted to be joining as the new Head of Technical at what is a fascinating time for the organisation and the industry. NASC’s technical guidance sits at the heart of the industry’s efforts to reduce risk and deliver safer and better scaffolding and access solutions.”
His predecessor, Steve Kearney, is stepping back from the management side of the technical department to focus on writing industry standards and enhancing NASC’s health and safety guidance.
Mr Kearney said he wanted to “spend more time doing actual work and less time in management meetings”.
“A stronger and better-resourced technical team at NASC is not only good for our members but also good for the whole industry.”
Clive Dickin praised the technical team’s development, adding: “We’re delighted to be gaining all the strengths and depth of experience that Mark brings from almost 40 years in the industry, without losing the unique insights and talents Steve brings.
A stronger and better-resourced technical team at NASC is not only good for our members but also good for the whole industry.”
The appointments come as NASC prepares to navigate an increasingly dynamic period for the scaffolding and access sector, with both training standards and technical guidance at the forefront of the organisation’s priorities.
