Experts in glass, ceramic and refractory.

Technical and leadership search across high-temperature and advanced materials manufacturing.

Secure experienced professionals within
complex thermal processing environments.

Glass, ceramic and refractory production operates at extreme temperatures and technical precision. Furnace efficiency, raw material composition and decarbonisation strategy are central to performance and cost control. We secure plant directors, process engineers and global commercial leaders who understand thermal systems, materials science and energy optimisation within capital-intensive manufacturing environments.

How we deliver specialist search with impact.

Deep sector immersion.

Our consultants operate exclusively within defined industrial verticals, bringing more than a decade of sector-specific expertise and long-standing relationships across technical and leadership communities. We understand regulatory pressures and commercial nuance before a search begins.

Global reach,
local understanding.

With assignments delivered in 27 countries across Europe, the Americas and Asia, we combine international capability with regional insight. We support global supply chains while understanding the local regulatory and operational environments that shape hiring decisions.

Retained & exclusive
search solutions.

We operate through retained and exclusive partnerships that prioritise depth, discretion and precision. Our methodology blends market intelligence, role clarity and disciplined search execution to secure senior technical and leadership talent rarely visible to the open market.

Contact our team:

At the forefront of Chad Harrison International’s Building Materials & Minerals teams, Callum brings an exceptional ability to identify and secure rare technical talent, earning a reputation as the go-to expert for complex industry appointments.

Leading global executive search across five continents, he has built enduring partnerships with industry giants including CRH, Imerys, Knauf and Georgia Pacific. His unique talent lies in solving the most challenging search assignments – those positions that demand both technical excellence and strong leadership capabilities.

From emerging talent to C-suite executives, Callum’s track record spans engineering, operations, commercial and corporate functions. His consultative approach and deep industry understanding enable him to identify unique talent combinations that others often overlook, particularly in difficult-to-fill positions that require specialised expertise.

What truly sets Callum apart is his ability to build and nurture genuine relationships across the sector. His thorough understanding of both technical requirements and leadership dynamics continues to deliver exceptional results for our global client base, cementing our position as industry leaders within this industry vertical.

Callum Taylor

Director