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AW Control Systems to create 16 jobs in Armagh as business grows

Andrew Willis (left), managing director at AW Control Systems, with Invest NI director Bill Montgomery
Andrew Willis (left), managing director at AW Control Systems, with Invest NI director Bill Montgomery Andrew Willis (left), managing director at AW Control Systems, with Invest NI director Bill Montgomery

AW Control Systems in Armagh is creating 16 jobs and building an additional production facility to support its growth plans.

The company specialises in the design, manufacture, installation and commissioning of Automated Control Systems.

It is investing £520,000 (of which £128,000 is coming from Invest NI) in a new building and equipment, more than doubling its production space.

This, along with the recruitment of 16 new staff in roles including electrical design engineers, panel builders, electricians and office support staff, will help the company increase production levels to target new markets and meet the growing demands of its customers.

Its managing director Andrew Willis said: “Demand for our products is increasing. This investment ensures we are adequately resourced with additional space, manpower and equipment to meet our customer’s needs and further expand our customer base.

“At Invest NI’s Leader Programme last year we had the benefit of working with experienced business mentors to develop a strategic growth plan for our business, which we are now putting into action.

“We currently have contracts in Northern Ireland, the Republic, GB, the USA, Australia and Asia and are aiming to build on the existing strength of the business to further expand our customer base here.

“We are also hoping to capitalise on growth opportunities in new markets. Invest NI’s support will enable us to recruit the additional staff needed to achieve this.”

Bill Montgomery, Invest NI’s director of advanced manufacturing and engineering added: “This expansion is an exciting milestone for AW Control Systems, enabling the business to fulfil its growth potential.

“It's encouraging to see the company reinvest in the Armagh area and create valuable employment opportunities. The jobs, when in place, will generate over £400,000 in additional annual salaries for the local economy.”