14 INDUSTRY MOVERS Trevor Wicks Joshua Brookes and Darren Tonks Richard Kuyper
Linden Homes
Trevor Wicks has been appointed as the new managing director at Linden Homes to head up its Thames Valley region. Joining with three decades of
sector experience with top 10 volume housebuilders, Trevor has been tasked with driving the development of the business in line with the group’s aspirations and growth strategy. Speaking of the move, Trevor
said: “I have been watching Linden Homes, and in particular the Thames Valley region, over the past couple of years with interest and when the opportunity arose for me to be part of the positive transformation within a geographical patch where I live, I was very keen to work with the business that has real vision. We will be focusing strongly on
improving the efficiency of the build process, ensuring we deliver high quality homes to our customers and to deliver growth in the volume of homes devel- oped by the region. Andrew Hammond, Linden Homes divisional chairman, commented on the appointment: “Trevor joins the regional business unit at a key time. His willingness to drive change and impact sales provides us with a strong base to grow and develop the regional offer. There are plenty of land opportunities available and Trevor is in the perfect position to help ensure that we build our portfolio and continue to deliver.”
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Wynbrook
Two specialists have been appointed to site management roles at developer Wynbrook. The two new hires are Darren Tonks (pictured right) and Joshua
Brookes, who have joined Wynbrook as an assistant site manager and trainee assistant site manager. Darren has had previous commercial building experience, and was
previously an assistant site manager for Wildgoose Construction. His first role with Wynbrook will be to assist in the site management of a new 70 bed care home development that is being constructed in Earl Shilton, Leicestershire. Commenting on his new role, Darren said: “I was drawn to Wynbrook
due to their professional approach to construction and reputation for good quality workmanship. I very much look forward to developing my existing knowledge and hopefully managing my own site in the future.” Joshua Brooks has been working for Wynbrook on a freelance basis for a number of years. He commented: “When I was approached to join Wynbrook on a permanent basis I jumped at the chance because I really enjoy working for them. They have sponsored me to attend a part-time 2-year construction and a built environment course and while it’s strange going back into the classroom, it’s been really beneficial to my career development.”
Weston Homes
Richard Kuyper, a long-standing employee of Weston Homes, has been promoted to managing director of subsidiary Weston Business Centres. A graduate in Aerospace
Persimmon Homes
Joanne Winston has been appointed as sales director at Persimmon Homes West Midlands, based at its Wolverhampton headquarters. Joanne, who originates from nearby Tipton, is now in charge of 11
developments across the West Midlands, Staffordshire and Shropshire. She has an extensive background in new homes sales as she started out with Barratt Homes West Midlands in 1997. Over the years, Joanne has worked for several regional builders and developers as well as an international company relocation business. Joanne progressed through the ranks to field sales manager and area manager before joining St Modwen five years ago, where she was promoted to head of sales. Joanne commented: “I really enjoy the buzz of new home sales and when I heard there was a position going with Persimmon Homes West Midlands, I was really drawn to it as this really is my area – it’s where I grew up.
“I am a manager that likes to coach the team and grow the team so that I can get a group of people in place that can achieve great results.”
Engineering who first learned about housing development on site as a handyman, Richard has been an employee of Weston Homes since 2007, joining the firm's Board Level Apprentice programme in 2013. Richard Kuyper commented on the new role: “I’m delighted to be appointed managing director for Weston Business Centres, with such exciting developments and the expansion planned for the future. My career at Weston Homes has allowed me to consistently push myself, with new challenges and responsibility. The company has a supportive environment and a genuine family feel, despite growing numbers. Weston Homes encourages ambition, and is an incredibly generous business, with its employees very well cared for and supported throughout.” Bob Weston, chairman & CEO
of Weston Homes, said: “Richard Kuyper is a brilliant example of an ambitious employee who represents Weston Homes’ key values. Weston Business Centres is set for a large expansion, with new headquarters to be constructed and further staff recruitment, it’s a very exciting time to join the team.”
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