Allan Brothers marks Women in Construction Week with key production appointment

Allan Brothers, the UK’s oldest timber window and door manufacturer, is celebrating Women in Construction Week (1–7 March) with the appointment of Linzi Jo Watson as its first female Production Manager at the company’s factory in Berwick-upon-Tweed.

Linzi Jo Watson, Allan Brothers’ newly appointed Production Manager

In her new role, Linzi is responsible for all factory operations, from the delivery of raw timber through to machine centre operations, assembly and finishing. She also manages a team of more than 50 operatives.

Having started her career in women’s fashion, Linzi joined Allan Brothers 17 years ago as a customer service assistant.

Since then, she’s worked her way up through the business, gaining broad-based experience in roles including Planning and Logistics Manager, Internal Sales and Planning Manager, and most recently, Production Section and Planning Manager.

Linzi said: “My younger self would never have dreamt that I would end up in charge of factory operations for a busy timber window and door manufacturer.

“I really love the hands-on nature of production, with the day-to-day challenge of juggling tight schedules, managing stock and maintaining strict health and safety standards, while making sure our products leave the factory gate in top condition. It’s been a huge learning curve and the team has supported me every step of the way.”

Morten Bach Valsted, Managing Director at Allan Brothers, added: “We’re incredibly proud of Linzi’s achievement. Her leadership qualities, dedication and deep understanding of the business – from initial quote through to delivery – have more than earned her this promotion to one of our most demanding senior roles. This position will be key to delivering our ambitious growth plans for the year ahead.”

Allan Brothers manufactures approximately 15,000 window and door wings each year and, with the introduction of new product lines, has set growth targets of 15-20% for 2026.

For more information on Allan Brothers, call 01289 334 600 or visit the website: www.allanbrothers.co.uk.