Mark Eburne has joined Wolseley UK as brand development director for Ireland and Brandon Hire. In this new role, Mr Eburne's primary focus will be to continue the development and growth of Wolseley's businesses in Ireland, Brooks and Heat Merchants. He will also complete the integration process for Brandon Hire, which Wolseley acquired earlier this year, and prepare it for the next stage of its growth.

Mr Eburne was previously chief operating officer for National Grid Metering, and has held senior positions in a number of leading organisations, including the RAC and Massey Ferguson.