WHY IS THE RUA TEAM ONE OF THE BEST?
Over 200 years of accumulated experience.
A range of science and engineering backgrounds.
Recognised industry experts.
OUR SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM
Led by our Senior Management Team, the breadth and depth of our peoples’ expertise, enables us to bring cutting edge innovation to every product development journey.
SIMON ROSENDALE
Head of Engineering
Simon joined RUA Medical Devices in early 2021 and has 20 years of Engineering experience, the last 10 of which have been within the Medical Device industry, specifically in the manufacture of Vascular Grafts. Simon is responsible for overseeing projects within the RUA Vascular division, as well as leading all Engineering activities across the wider RUA group.
STUART ELIAS
Head of Operations
Stuart joined RUA Medical Devices in early 2020 bringing 32 years experience in the manufacture of vascular grafts for medical device manufacturer Vascutek. He is an experienced Production Manager and brings a wealth of experience across many forms of textile manufacturing, including warp and weft knitting, narrow fabric weaving, braiding, yarn preparation, warping and stock control.
MARTYN McCRONE
OEM Business Unit Manager
Martyn joined RUA Medical Devices in early 2018 and has 16 years of manufacturing experience, the last 6 of which have been within the Medical Device industry, specifically in the Contract Manufacturing Department. Martyn is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing processes at the Prestwick site.
SASHA McKENNA
Interim Quality Manager
Sasha joined RUA in 2019 and has been a vital part of our team, advancing through various roles to her current position as Interim Quality Manager. She holds a BSc Hons degree in Mathematics from the University of Strathclyde, equipping her with strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail. With a background in quality assurance, Sasha is dedicated to ensuring that our products meet and exceed customer expectations, bringing valuable knowledge and a proactive approach to quality management.
LACHLAN SMITH
Chief Financial Officer
Lachlan is a Fellow of the ACCA with 20 years’ experience in accounting and finance, with the last 14 years spent in leadership roles. Prior to joining RUA Life Sciences Lachlan served as Finance Director at technology companies Silver Cloud Smarter Technology and Equator. Lachlan brings a wealth of experience in financial management, digital transformation and strategic leadership.
WILLIAM BROWN
Chief Executive
Bill is a chartered accountant with over 30 years’ experience in advising and investing in high growth smaller companies. He launched the first dedicated fund for AIM and was instrumental in the growth and internationalisation of AIM as a member and Chairman of the AIM Advisory Committee. Bill was appointed to the Board of RUA Medical on 1 April 2020 upon acquisition, and has been Chairman since 3 July 2012.
JOHN McKENNA
Non-Exec Director
John McKenna is a leading marketing expert in the field of cardiovascular devices. With over 30 years’ experience in cardiothoracic surgery, he has helped develop and launched a number of successful devices, including heart valves, large vessel grafts and stents. John has worked for a number of leading medical companies, including Pfizer, Vascutek (Terumo) and CryoLife, and has contacts with both leading heart surgeons and senior executives at the major device companies. John was appointed to the Board of RUA Medical on 1 April 2020 upon acquisition, and has been Director of Clinical Marketing since 2016.
OUR CULTURE
Our company values are a big part of how we work with our clients to develop new market leading products. You will see our team live them every day.
INNOVATION
We take the time to innovate the best solution we can imagine.
AGILITY
We are flexible and adaptable to our partners needs.
QUALITY
We focus on being diligent of quality across every part of our operations
INTEGRITY
We build trust through accountability and transparency
COLLABORATION
We see clients as parnters and invest in building long lasting relationships. Together we make a difference.
Maintaining a culture where we live these values is one of our Senior Management Team’s priorities. It is what allows us to deliver our service to the highest standards and create an environment where innovation can flourish.
SUPPORTING OUR TEAM AND COMMUNITY
We directly invest in the development and wellbeing of our employees. For example, amongst other
initiatives RUA Medical is a Living Wage employer, has championed the use of mental health first
aiders and supports the development of all employees through personal development plans.
We also invest in our community through routinely offering foundation, modern and graduate
apprenticeships, supporting local charities and our employees are STEM Ambassadors and support
local schools to encourage younger generations into STEM subjects.
TEAM NEWS
Team Building Day
4th August 2022
Staff at RUA Medical enjoyed an afternoon on the banks of Loch Lomond at their annual summer Team Building Event
RUA Life Sciences and its 4 subsidiaries (RUA Medical Devices, RUA Vascular, RUA Structural Heart and RUA Biomaterials) have become accredited as Living Wage employers.
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2020
18th April 2020
As part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2020, we were delighted to welcome Ruth Maguire MSP to RUA Medical, along with representatives from Skills Development Scotland and Ayrshire College.
LATEST NEWS
Young Scottish Engineer of the Year 2024
4th June 2024
Ross McPhillie announced as the winner of this year's Young Engineer of the Year
JOIN OUR TEAM
RUA Medical Devices has been built on recruiting and working with outstanding industry talent with specialist expertise.
If you are interested in joining our team, please contact us with your CV, at any time.