Appointments

Safety and handling equipment provider MGF has expanded into the lifting sector with a new range of products and services. An initial phase of products will feature slings, loose lifting equipment, hoisting, blocks, winches and crane site equipment.

CALA Homes has bolstered its people team with five new recruits as it plans to make major strides in recruiting and nurturing early talent, employee wellbeing, and fostering a more inclusive culture. Jenyth Macdonald joins as early talent manager, a brand-new role which includes the development of p

Procurement solutions provider Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has expanded its Livingston-based team to increase the added value support provided to partners. (from left) Lynsay Logan, Daniella Bryans and Heather O’Donnell

Civil engineering and infrastructure specialist Barhale has appointed Martin Brown as its new chief executive. With more than 29 years’ experience in civil engineering and rail infrastructure, Martin joins Barhale after stepping down after nine years as managing director of Keltbray’s UK

Mott MacDonald has appointed Mark Baynham as director of roads for Scotland responsible for delivering projects and developing the consultancy’s offering throughout the country. A chartered civil engineer, Mark joins from the UK Government’s Cabinet Office and has 30 years of experience

Independent property consultancy Galbraith has appointed former Johnston Carmichael chairman Andrew Shepherd as its new chair. Mr Shepherd is to succeed current chair Iain Russell in September this year.

Wates Construction has created four new regional businesses to expand its national footprint and support customers in their local markets. The new structure will allow the largest arm of the Wates Group to grow in all the geographies it operates in, serving customers in a wide range of sectors inclu

Yanmar Compact Equipment EMEA has appointed Anthony Kinder to the role of UK Area Sales Manager (North). With 25 years’ experience in the construction and plant hire sectors, Mr Kinder is widely regarded for his ability to build lasting customer relationships.

Persimmon Homes has appointed a new customer care director as the company looks to enhance its focus on customers. Sonia Da Costa brings a wealth of experience to the business having worked in customer service roles for more than 20 years.

CITB has announced the appointment of the chairs of its Nation Councils for England, Scotland and Wales. Angela Forbes from BuildForce, a social enterprise which brings ex-Forces personnel into the construction sector, has been appointed chair for the Scotland Nation council.

National framework provider Pagabo has opened a dedicated Scottish office in Motherwell to be headed by experienced construction professional Peter Queen. The organisation, which is headquartered in central Hull, provides local authorities and public sector bodies with compliant framework agree

Former yard operative Jonathan Wernick has worked his way through many roles within the Wernick Group to become its new chief executive. Having joined the Wickford Hire depot for the summer of 2006, Mr Wernick moved on to do seasonal work with Wernick Events between 2009 and 2011.

Global engineering and consultancy company Ramboll has appointed John Mullen, formerly SSE’s director of asset management, to front the UK arm of its 1,600 strong global energy business.  Ramboll’s UK energy business is responsible for many high-profile energy projects. From the Mor

Allied Surveyors Scotland has today announced three key promotions within its Residential Property division. Ross MacDonald and Blair Ferguson, who have been with Allied since taking on university placements, as well as Gavin J Smith have all been made director.

CITB has appointed Jackie Ducker as the organisation’s new customer and product director, replacing the outgoing Braden Connolly. Jackie, who steps into her new role on July 5, has a strong track record in the construction and services sectors and has held a range of business improvement,