Meet the team

Matthew Jee serves as the Director of the UK SAF Clearing House, where he leads the operational delivery of the programme. An Aeronautical Engineer by training, Matthew brings over 15 years of experience managing complex engineering projects and programmes across sectors including aviation, defence, manufacturing, and research.

Instrumental in the establishment of the UK SAF Clearing House, Matthew is deeply embedded within the international aviation fuel community. He actively contributes to multiple working groups and plays a key role in supporting the development of aviation fuel standards

Melissa Ayres is a chartered accountant with over 30 years' experience spanning audit, industry and subsequently at the University. Melissa leads the centre’s Professional Services team, including Finance and Commercial activities, Operations and Technical and Business Development. For the UK SAF Clearing House, Melissa oversees the financial monitoring function and the commercial partnership aspects of the programme. 

Jemma has over 28 years’ experience in project management specialising in grant management. Jemma provides support and advice on key requirements of the UK SAF Clearing House grants scheme, leading on the development of processes and developing clear guidance to support applicants.  Jemma will oversee the Monitoring Officers who will assess applicants progress against reports and data returns.

Judith provides advice on policy and technical aspects in relation to the UK SAF Clearing House grant scheme to the Ricardo team. She has a background in feedstocks and conversion processes for low-carbon fuels.