Group House,
57-59 Clowne Road,
Stanfree,
Chesterfield,
Derbyshire
S44 6AG
T: +44 (0) 1246 827722
F: +44 (0) 1246 827711
SOUTHERN OFFICE
5 The Maltings,
Milton Abbas,
Brandford Forum,
Dorset
DT11 1BP
T: +44 (0)1246 827722
WAREHOUSE
Unit 3
Stephenson Road,
Speedwell Industrial Estate,
Staveley
S43 3JN
PROJECTS
PROJECTS
INQUIRES
HEAD OFFICE
For all inquiries please call: (0)1246 827722
Or please fill out the form below:
Group House, 57-59 Clowne Road,
Stanfree, Chesterfield, Derbyshire
S44 6AG
T: +44 (0) 1246 827722
F: +44 (0) 1246 827711
CAREERS
We are always interested to hear from enthusiastic individuals who are eager to learn and develop with us. To apply for a vacancy with SDE Group, please send a covering letter together with your CV to info@sde-group.co.uk
We currently have the following vacancies available:
Assistant Mezzanine Designer
About Us
Our legacy
WHO ARE WE
WHO ARE WE
INTERIOR
WHO ARE WE
HISTORY
1993
Ian Buckton & Jonathan Bennett joined John in the family company.
SDE purchased their first office.
1998
SDE relocated to our Stanfree office that we remain in today.
2007
Due to the continued expansion of work, SDE invested in our 10,000 sqft warehouse in Staveley.
2012
After the opening of our Interiors side of the business, we invested in our joiners workshop where we produce trade counters, doors and furniture.
2015
We had our first employee fully qualify as a SEMA Approved Racking Inspector, expanding on our current services to be able to provide external racking inspections.
2017
Another one of our employees successfully qualified as a SEMA Approved Racking Inspector due to the continued demand for more Racking Inspections.
2020
The 3D Design team came on board producing visualisations and 3D modelling to our clients across all sectors within the company.
Our sales team expanded further encouraging recent graduates to build their career through SDE Group.
Our latest employee successfully passed his SARI qualification - providing SDE Group with three qualified SEMA Approved Racking Inspectors.
1992
Est. in 1992 by Mr John Buckton.
Storage & Display Equipment began selling and fitting pallet racking as well as display fixtures to the DIY market to one of our major clients.
1995
SDE moved offices & purchased a warehouse due to more people joining the company.
More contracts were won with and the company really began to expand.
2000 - 2003
Mr John Buckton retired and the company was taken over by Ian Buckton and Jonathan Bennett.
Larger contracts were won and the industrial side of the business really took off!
2011
SDE expanded their services when Robert Cartwright joined the company starting up the Interiors side of the business.
Over the next few years, the Interiors team expanded winning numerous roll out projects.
2013
Due to the wide range of services SDE now offered, we became known as the SDE Group.
2016
Our office went through a major refurbishment, improving our working environment .
2019
Expanding on our digital technology, SDE Group invested in some of the latest technology providing digital & video content and 360° virtual tour experiences to our clients.
2021
Our 3D Design team expanded due to the increase in demand for design & visualisation projects.
Another sector within our group was formed
- SDE Electrical.
2022
With a huge focus on renewable energy, we launched a new department within the group - SDE Energy Solutions
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OVERVIEW
Since its formation in 1992, SDE Group have built a reputation working across a variety of sectors and engaging with different brands on a national basis. We specialise in providing a number of services to design and deliver within industrial, commercial and retail environments - successfully delivering projects through our multidiscipline knowledge.
Our belief at SDE Group is that our job is not to only provide solutions to our client's immediate requirements, but to provide solutions that will help to secure the future success of their businesses. The diversity of our long-term clients are testament that we continually practice a client-focused approach.
OUR VALUES
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CLIENT RELATIONS
We maintain and develop relationships that make a positive impact on our clients’ projects
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RESPECT FOR PEOPLE
We value all our employees, encourage their individual development and reward their performance
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INTEGRITY
We uphold the highest standards of integrity in all projects
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CITIZENSHIP
We aim to get involved in as many charity events as possible, especially to aid our local community
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INNOVATION
We constantly strive to learn new techniques to stay ahead of technology. We aim to deliver the most efficient solution possible and redefine the standard of excellence in everything we do
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DIVERSITY
We encourage and welcome different talents at SDE Group to enhance on our multi-disciplinary approach
ACCREDITATIONS
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SEMA (Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association)
SDC (SEMA Distributor Company)
A SEMA Distributor Company qualification is necessary to allow knowledge that a company is supplying storage equipment of the highest quality and standards. SDE Group have demonstrated high levels of commitment to safety standards, work to industry codes of practice and are audited at random.
SAIC (SEMA Approved Installation Company)
The SAIC initiative is for professional storage equipment installation companies who are keen to develop safety standards and take a proactive approach to the development of this sector of the industry.
SARI (SEMA Approved Racking Inspector)
Our SEMA Approved Inspectors are highly qualified individuals who undertook extensive training to obtain their sufficient knowledge through a written examination and practical assessment. Our three qualified inspectors maintain their qualification and commit to a programme of on-going CPD (continuous professional development).
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CHAS Premier Accredited Contractor
SDE Group have completed the Common Assessment Standard to achieve the CHAS (Contractors Health & Safety Assessment Scheme) Premier standard demonstrating our compliance and commitment to risk management to both our clients and employees.
Being CHAS Premier Approved reduces duplication as compliance is accepted by all buyers. Before any works are carried out, SDE Group will provide full risk assessments and method statements relevant to all works we propose.
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UKCA Marking
For all ‘fabricated structural steelwork’ delivered to site there is a legal requirement for it to carry the UKCA mark. This includes all mezzanine floor support steelwork, structural bolts and welding consumables. SDE and our supply partners have gained UKCA mark certification in line with the technical standard EN 1090: Execution of steel structures.
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Safe Contractor
Being an accredited Safe Contractor means our procedures, policies, training and insurances have been rigorously audited and comply with legislation showing our clients and employees that we view health & safety not in isolation but as an integral part of our project delivery service.
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NICEIC
Most recognised register of electrical businesses accessing multiple companies to ensure the installation work undertaken meets the expected standards to ensure 100% safety. NECEIC check compliance and conformity against strict standards and regulations, ensuring all equipment is correctly calibrated.
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Chesterfield Champion
Being involved in Destination Chesterfield provides us with the opportunity to make an impact on our local community and help aid investment into the town to reveal its true potential. Working together with other local businesses, we share a vision of how we want to help improve the town and we welcome any involvement in aiding this vision.
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East Midlands Chamber
Connecting with businesses across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire.