VEHICLE QUALITY SOLUTIONS - Key Persons


Emma Thomas

Job Titles:
  • Finance and Accounts

Lee Mabbutt

Job Titles:
  • Business Development Manager
Lee joined the business in 2020 and brings with him 32 years' experience in the used vehicle supply chain. His working knowledge extends to sales, business development, sales operations and commercial management. Lee has worked for vehicle manufacturers, both in the UK and the Middle East, auctions and direct remarketing businesses, inspection and refurbishment companies and is a former Director of the Vehicle Remarketing Association. He provides balance and support to the young and enthusiastic management team.

Robert Gilmour - COO

Job Titles:
  • Operations Director
  • Business Operations
Robert joined VQS in 2014 initially as an inspector. Robert has progressed through the business first as an inspections supervisor, account manager, and now as operations manager, fully responsible for the subsequent recruitment of field based inspectors and the management of 40+ staff. He is tasked with ensuring inspections are accurate and consistent, staff are fully trained and accredited. Robert concentrates on maintaining a close relationship with clients and offers support to onsite management across multiple contracts to ensure compliance with SLA targets.

Simon Jackson - Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Managing Director
  • Corporate Affairs
Simon has been dedicated to the used vehicle industry since 1997 specialising in high volume vehicle Inspection and Refurbishment environments. Simon has a comprehensive understanding of the specific requirements Manufacturers, fleet lease and rental businesses and remarketing agencies require.

Steve Weston - Chief Commercial Officer, COO

Job Titles:
  • Commercial Director
  • Operations Director
Steve joined the business in 2014 as Operations Director with an outstanding reputation in the fleet and company car inspection sectors and has brought a wealth of valuable knowledge and experience to the business. Steve is responsible for the operational success of the inspection and inspection audit business streams ensuring consistency throughout.