ILKLEY headquartered engineering and services business NG Bailey has appointed Jonathan Stockton as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and member of the Group Board.

Jonathan has worked at NG Bailey for more than four years across a range of financial roles, including deputy CFO, and currently serves as NG Bailey’s Group Strategy and Performance Director. His recent achievements include leading the Group’s acquisition of Schneider Electric's Substation Engineering Services division to strengthen the firm’s power engineering and facilities services offering.

David Hurcomb, Chief Executive at NG Bailey said: “I am delighted to see Jonathan move up into this new role. His wealth of experience across the business will ensure that we remain financially strong as we move forward in the current climate and I wish him every success in this new challenge.”

Speaking about his new role, Jonathan said: “NG Bailey has gone from strength to strength in recent years and has proved itself as an industry leader within its field. I look forward to taking on this new role and working with the team to future develop the business.

Jonathan replaces Mike Porter who is joining Northumbrian Water Group.

David added: “I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Mike for his support and contribution to the company over the past five years and wish him well for the future.”