Doncaster-based Keepmoat Homes has appointed Myles Gibbins to the role of group IT director. Myles brings almost 30 years of experience in business technology and IT with roles spanning industries including Construction, Engineering and Manufacturing, as well as a previously working as a management consultant for PwC.

Myles spent 20 years at Crest Nicholson PLC, a FTSE250 listed Housebuilder where, as group IT director, he oversaw ERP, CRM, corporate performance management, digital and business intelligence initiatives. He also led Crest’s cloud first strategy, championed cyber security and co-sponsored their GDPR programme.

Commenting on his new role Myles said: “I'm looking forward to leading the IT and Digital teams and am excited to join at the start of a major business change programme. Keepmoat Homes have committed to a strategic partnership with Microsoft and DXC which will underpin and accelerate digital transformation across the company.”

Tim Beale, CEO said: “I’m delighted to have Myles on board and spearheading our IT and Digital transformation. Having worked with him for many years at Crest, I am confident that he is the best person to drive this vital project.”