The RailStaff Awards 2024

Jaimie Butel-Foley

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil is diligent and professional he always goes above and beyond to resource the right candidate for the right role every time. Phil is honest with his workforce and has built a great team of workers and clients over the past 8 years.

He is a genuinely nice bloke who cares about people and their professions.“

Hanen Abbessi

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil is an amazing person with a positive attitude. He provides help and answers to all the team. Very organised, very patient and hard-working colleague. Always smiling and understanding. A real asset to the recruitment team.“

Hanen Abbessi

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil is an amazing colleague very patient always answering everyone with a smile. very hard working helpful and approachable.“

Caroline Dooley

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil has worked for many years in Rail and has a vast knowledge of the Industry, Phil is a kind, polite and courteous young man who is always willing to help and go the extra mile for his team and work colleague's. Phil provides a first class service to Rail clients and is true ambassador to the Rail Industry.“

Challis Griffiths

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“As I haven't started long in the company I feel that Phil is always available to help and support me, He always answers the phone with a lovely tone which could change anyone's mood, and he's just an all-around good egg and deserves to win this!“

Carolyn Davy

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“I would like to nominate Phil Gittins because he goes above and beyond his duties as a recruiter.

He is kind, sensitive and extremely helpful when talking to potential staff. He makes sure any candidates are well informed and up-to date with their progress.

He is an excellent communicator and is both professional and considered in his approach, thus enabling him to speak with both Clients and Candidates confidently.

Phil’s knowledge of the industry is superb. He is always on hand to advise and assist.

Phil is part of a Team and we all really like and appreciate our ‘Mr Nice Guy’.“

Rebecca Francis

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“I am pleased to nominate Phil Gittins, he is hard-working, friendly and a great team player! Always happy to help and always smiling.“

Zara Woodman

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil is a credit to his team, he always considers the needs of the contractors whilst maintaining a good relationship with the clients. He is a kind, caring, individual who is always happy to help others. He always goes above and beyond.“

Liv Beretta

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil is a very helpful and friendly colleague with many years of rail and recruitment knowledge.

Phil always helps out other colleagues with their issues and concerns all around the business and is very approachable.

He always puts his contractor's and clients’ needs first, making them the first priority.“

Gerard Johnson

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Always on hand with sorting out work and all necessaries for upcoming shifts.

Phil has helped me a lot since I became a Coyle operative and along with the rest of the team, I feel as if I am valued whenever I'm in contact with Phil.“

Gerard Johnson

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Always on hand with sorting out work and all necessaries for upcoming shifts.

Phil has helped me a lot since I became a Coyle operative and along with the rest of the team, I feel as I am valued whenever I'm in contact with Phil.“

Taigbenu Aleke

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“He is a gentle, proactive, and team player manger. He's quick in problem-solving.“

Taigbenu Aleke

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Courageous manager. Good listener and team player. Always a problem solver.

I call him my boss because of his selfless service.“

Jamie Bonsu

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil is easy going, understanding and fair.

Nice bloke in my opinion.

KR Jamie“

Antonio Miranda

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“A great professional with good attention to detail, good communication skills, and detailed knowledge of tasks ahead. Always provides the best advice regarding up-skulking.“

Jude Victor

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Is always there for you when you needed him. And he always respond to phone calls and he always straight forward. His a great man I always want to work with him again and again.“

John Williams

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“He deserves to be nominated“

Irobun Woghiren

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“I'd like to nominate Phil Gittins because he consistently goes above and beyond to find the best talent for the company. His dedication, attention to detail, and ability to create a positive candidate experience truly stand out. He helped build a strong and diverse workforce, making a significant contribution to the company's success.“

Hayley Cavanagh

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“I would like to nominate Phil for the hard work he put into his work, He is always on hand to help if I come to him with any questions, or if he can help with supplying staff to clients. He gives them a great service every time due to his knowledge of the rail and his general can do attitude, he is a lovely person and is a credit to his team and Coyles.“

Rhiannon Lewis

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil is always professional and helpful to all staff members and clients that has. He is always happy to answer any questions you have, with a cheerful disposition.

Phil has a lot of knowledge in the rail industry and makes his clients feel valued and that nothing is too much trouble.

He has been very patient in helping me as I am new to Coyles, and his help and advice has been invaluable.“

Michael Oyeleke

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“Phil is one of the best in the best in the industry. He deserves the nomination.“

Adeola Odusanya

Said the following about Phil Gittins:

“He is exceptional in his ways and style“