Transport / Rail

The passing of Themis Saoulli, Rullion Founder and former Chairman

Themis Saoulli, Rullion Founder and former Chairman Born: November 16, 1941 in Cairo, Egypt Died: May 2, 2024 in Nicosia, Cyprus age 82 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved founder and former Chairman, Themis Saoulli. Themis died at his home in Nicosia, Cyprus on Thursday 2nd May 2024. He was surrounded by close family. An entrepreneur and a visionary, Themis founded Rullion, in 1978 with his wife, Jean. At the time the couple were in Libya and Themis saw an opportunity to supply engineering staff to American and British companies out there. Over the next four decades, under Themis’ leadership, what started out as a company with just three employees, Rullion grew exponentially into the UK’s 16th largest recruitment company, with a turnover of just under half a billion pounds, and an organisation known for its specialisms within the engineering and technology sectors. Described as “a force of nature and a true gentleman”, Themis was an inspiration to the many people who worked closely with him. He was a larger-than-life personality, with a kind and generous nature, and had the uncanny propensity to inspire, terrify and make people laugh, all in equal measure, and often in the space of the same meeting! But as Themis always said of himself, his bark was worse than his bite. Born to Greek parents in Cairo, Egypt, Themis’ ethos was to create an organisation that builds and nurtures relationships, by putting people first, and today Rullion works with some of the biggest household names in the UK across multiple industries and disciplines, including nuclear, utilities, retail, rail, and non-banking financial services to construction and infrastructure, IT/technology, professional services and renewables. Themis is survived by his wife, three children and four grandchildren

Pioneering Talent Solutions for America’s Energy Future

This quest for not just any talent, but pioneers, problem-solvers, and game-changers, is where Rullion steps in, marking its expansion into the U.S. market with a promise to revolutionize the recruitment landscape. With over 45 years of recruitment expertise and a robust understanding of the unique challenges faced by industries that form the backbone of national infrastructure, Rullion offers a beacon of hope for businesses navigating the complex terrain of talent acquisition. Our approach, honed through decades of experience, is anything but generic. We recognize that the intricate nature of projects in sectors such as nuclear engineering, cybersecurity, and project management demands a nuanced understanding of the talent landscape, one that aligns with the specific skills and cultural dynamics of your organization. Rullion stands out not just for its ability to connect businesses with the right talent, but for its commitment to crafting futures. With a deep candidate pool, meticulously curated through rigorous assessment and screening processes, we ensure that our candidates are not merely skilled, but are also primed and ready to deliver from day one. Our dedication is mirrored in our Net Promoter Score, which shines brightly above industry standards, reflecting our unwavering focus on customer satisfaction and quality service. Our journey into the U.S. market is propelled by a sterling track record, including a database of over 318,000 professionals, more than 2,000 contingent workers actively engaged in the nuclear field, and operational reach across every licensed nuclear site in the UK. This wealth of experience and resources positions Rullion as a powerhouse ready to help American businesses secure the competitive advantage of a skilled, equipped, and innovative workforce. Beyond talent placement, Rullion is about building legacies. Through targeted training and development programs, and our Statement of Work solutions that provide on-demand teams, we don’t just close the skills gap—we nurture a workforce capable of steering your business into new realms of innovation and success. In partnering with Rullion, you’re choosing more than a recruitment service; you’re embracing a future where your workforce is not just prepared but is a step ahead, ready to meet the demands of today and the innovations of tomorrow. This is a call to move beyond the challenge of finding talent. With Rullion, secure the future of your business with precision, expertise, and a dedication to excellence that elevates America’s critical sectors. Why wait for talent when you can secure it today? Connect with Rullion and experience recruitment that’s engineered for your success. Together, let’s make great work happen and illuminate the future of energy and innovation in America.