About Parr Fire

Ian Blackledge

Ian oversees day-to-day business operations and guides our team to be efficient and successful. Ian is a trained Fire Extinguisher Technician, holds Units 1 and 2 in Fire Detection Servicing and Maintenance, and is a qualified Fire System Designer.

Before he set up Parr Fire, Ian was a warehouse manager for a manufacturing company, where he gained plenty of experience with safety regulations. Ian is married with three daughters and two cats. He’s a loyal Bolton Wanderers supporter and a member of a racehorse syndicate with two sprint horses.

Catherine Blackledge

Cath is one of our Directors and responsible for the day-to-day running and management of our Bolton office. She also oversees the safety workwear side of the business.

A former hairdresser and beauty therapist, Cath has worked in customer service roles and knows all about delivering excellence and quality. She has also volunteered for a children’s cancer charity close to her heart.

Cath is a real animal lover and has two bald cats at home. She loves walks in the countryside and getting lost in a good TV drama.

Ainslee Jackson

Ainslee oversees our Accounts function and is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, and creating, processing and reconciling invoices.

Ainslee joined us straight from college where he gained 4 A-Levels and a Business BTEC qualification. Outside of work, she likes to keep active and her hobbies include travelling, working out at the gym and walking the dog.

Beverly Atkinson

Beverly’s accounts administration role covers raising invoices and credit control. If you owe us money it’ll be her who calls! She’s also responsible for maintaining up-to-date and accurate fire extinguisher records.

Beverly has a background in accounts with 35 years’ experience in various accounting roles. Her hobbies include gardening, walking her dogs and nights out with family and friends.

Dale Jackson

Dale has been installing and commissioning fire alarm systems for over eight years. He’s BAFE certified and qualified in the design of fire alarm systems.

Before joining Parr Fire, Dale worked as a full-time tennis coach and still enjoys playing in his spare time.

Outside of work he enjoys eating out, spending quality time with family and friends and walking his dog.

John Jacob

John supervises the fire extinguisher side of the business. His role involves booking in jobs, writing quotes, surveying premises, maintaining stock levels and business development.

A fire extinguisher engineer for 25 years, John was the first in the country to pass the BAFE qualification back in 2000. He has also worked as a plasterer’s labourer, a roofer, a warehouse operative and a service manager for a home care company.

John is a lifelong Manchester City fan and enjoys working for the club as a Steward Supervisor. He is married with four children and a pet Puggle named Stan.

Harry Brockbank

Harry joined our team in January 2024 as a Fire Alarm accounts manager.

Before working at Parr Fire, Harry was a professional footballer, honing his teamwork and dedication on the pitch. He brings that same winning spirit to his new role, ensuring our clients stay protected.

Outside of work Harry enjoys playing football, eating out and spending time with his family and friends.

Cameron Rough

Cameron joined our team in January 2023 as a Fire Extinguisher Technician. He’s not just your average extinguisher guy – Cameron brings years of experience handling aircraft and fires in the Navy to the table. Now, he’s using that expertise to keep our clients safe by installing and servicing extinguishers in their buildings.

Cameron is very family orientated and in his spare time he enjoys going to the gym, spending time with his partner and children and visiting his family in Tamworth.

Thomas Bayley

Tom joined our team in June 2023, as a Fire Extinguisher Technician. He’s responsible for the crucial task of installing and servicing extinguishers in customer premises, ensuring they’re ready to tackle any blaze that might arise.

Outside of work, you might find Tom cheering on his beloved Bolton Wanderers at the stadium. A true local supporter, his weekends often involve a healthy dose of football and team spirit. Tom also enjoys spending quality time with his friends and family, creating lasting memories and eating out. Tom brings a well-rounded mix of dedication, passion, and a touch of adventurous taste to the Parr Fire team.

Josh Moore

Josh is a local lad who qualified as a vehicle motor mechanic. He loves to work on different types of engines modifying them to various specifications.

He is an avid fisherman and likes to go mountain biking on a regular basis, he is a Bolton wanderers fan and likes to watch football in general.