Careers with the Simpsons Skoda Family

Full Time and Flexible, Preston and Colne, Lancashire.OTE £37500

About Us

Simpsons Skoda is a leading motor dealership group, representing the trusted Skoda brand in Lancashire. With a strong focus on customer experience, innovation, and community, we’re proud to help drivers find the right vehicle for their lifestyle. We’re now looking for a dynamic and creative Marketing Executive to drive our marketing activity across our dealerships and digital platforms.

The Role

As Marketing Executive, you’ll oversee all aspects of our marketing strategy — from digital campaigns and social media to showroom promotions and supplier coordination. You’ll ensure our brand and messaging are consistent across every channel, helping to drive traffic, enquiries, and ultimately vehicle sales and aftersales bookings.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engaging website content to support vehicle sales, aftersales, and brand awareness.
• Manage our significant, well established social media presence, creating engaging posts, videos, and campaigns that build community and showcase our vehicles.
• Plan and deliver marketing campaigns that generate high-quality leads and measurable results.
• Liaise with manufacturers and external suppliers to coordinate marketing materials, approvals, and local advertising initiatives.
• Create and design marketing assets including graphics, point-of-sale materials, event collateral, and email campaigns.
• Support lead generation activities through CRM, digital advertising, and promotional events.
• Monitor and report on marketing performance to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate and compliant customer records on our central database.

About You

• Proven experience in a marketing environment, ideally within the automotive sector or a multi-site retail environment.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, website management, and social media best practices.
• Confident in using graphic design tools.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and project management skills.
• A creative eye with a data-driven mindset — able to balance brand storytelling with measurable results.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Opportunity to shape the marketing direction of a family owned, well respected dealership group.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities.

If you’re passionate about cars, customers, and creative marketing, we’d love to hear from you. 

Simpsons SKODA is one of the most successful independently owned businesses in the region. As we continue to grow we need to invest in the future and that means investing in our people.

Due to our continued growth Simpsons Skoda are recruiting across our Branches for the following Vacancy: Aftersales Manager at our Skoda Colne location.

If you feel that you are the best in the business, can contribute to our success and are looking for a new opportunity and fresh challenge in 2024 and beyond then we would like to hear from you. Please forward your CV including a covering letter telling us how you could make a real difference to our business:

JOB PURPOSE:

To achieve service volumes and profit objectives through motivating and developing the service team to be fully competent in their job roles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To manage all Service processes and to ensure all customers receive excellent customer service;
• Maintain standards of performance of the service team through effective coaching and performance management;
• Recruit and select the service team members in line with organisational and Škoda UK requirements;
• Maintain high levels of customer service standards and ensure understanding and adherence to the requirements of Brand service requirements and customer satisfaction indicators within the Škoda Centre;
• Ensure sufficient resources are available to meet servicing requirements and regularly review key operating controls (labour efficiency, labour sales, cost of sales) so that they are in line with Škoda (UK) and Škoda Centre operating requirements;
• Maximise commercial opportunities through developing and implementing campaigns within specific market sectors;
• Monitor and evaluate customer needs and competitor activity in the market, ensuring that service marketing campaigns are relevant and targeted;
• Ensure all Service processes meet HSO requirements and that they are implemented in a consistent manner;
• Regularly communicate and interact with members of other departments to develop the business and the Škoda Centre team ethos;
• Maintain a safe and healthy working environment; ensuring adhere with Health and Safety requirements;
• To ensure that confidentiality is maintained;
• Any other duties commensurate with the position.

OBJECTIVES AND KEY TASKS

• Maintain a safe and healthy working environment; ensuring adhere with Health and Safety requirements.
• To ensure all company and customer data is dealt with in line with the General Data Protection Regulations 2018.
• To ensure that confidentiality is maintained.
• To follow all Simpsons Skoda policies and procedures as per the employee handbook.
• To champion the Culture and Values of Simpsons Skoda at all times.
• Any other duties commensurate with the position.

TRAINING

• Attend whenever required.

Are you ready to build a long-term career, not just start another job? At Simpsons Skoda, we invest heavily in our technicians – from your first day through to Master Technician and beyond. With full Volkswagen Group training, structured development paths, and guaranteed salary increases at each qualification level, you can grow your skills and your earnings year after year.

Why Build Your Career With Us?

• Clear Career Pathway – Progress from Technician → Diagnostic → Master Technician with full support.
• Guaranteed Pay Rises – Every time you achieve a new VWG accreditation, your salary increases.
• Full Training Provided – Access to the official Volkswagen Group Academy for continuous development and certification.
• Competitive Starting Salary – £25,500–£34,500 OTE with growth built into your training plan.
• 22 Days Holiday + Birthday Off After Year 3
• 25 Days Holiday After 10 Years
• Pension Scheme & Staff Discounts (servicing, MOTs, rental, EV chargers & more)
• Employee Awards & Incentives – Including Employee of the Quarter and End-of-Year Awards.
• Referral Bonuses, Cycle-to-Work, Free Flu Jabs, Wellbeing Support via Ben.org
• On-site Parking

Your Role

• Diagnose, service, and repair vehicles to the highest standards.
• Conduct MOTs, routine maintenance, and warranty work.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining safety standards.
• Stay up-to-date with VWG technical bulletins and manufacturer training.
• Maintain a professional, clean, and safe workspace.

What We’re Looking For

• Time-served Vehicle Technician.
• MOT Tester qualification.
• Valid UK Driving Licence.
• A passion for learning, development, and automotive excellence.

Hours

• Mon–Thu: 08:30 – 17:00
• Fri: 08:30 – 16:00
• Sat: 08:30 – 12:30 (rota basis)

If you're motivated, ambitious, and ready to build a rewarding long-term career with real progression, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey to becoming a Master Technician with Simpsons Skoda.

Simpsons Skoda is one of the most successful independently owned businesses in the region. As we continue to grow we need to invest in the future and that means investing in our people.

Due to our continued growth Simpsons Skoda are recruiting for our Colne location.

If you feel that you have the potential to be the best in the business, can contribute to our success and are looking for a new opportunity and fresh challenge in 2025 and beyond then we would like to hear from you.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• To supervise the daily work activity of the technicians to ensure all work is carried out to Company standards and required deadlines.
• To identify training and development needs of all team members, and deliver suitable coaching to maximize the understanding and delivery of a first-class customer experience.
• To ensure workshop productivity, efficiency and utilization is maximized by the correct and timely allocation of work
• To ensure that a robust quality management system exists within the workshop, and that this is used to improve quality of work, and thereby reduce return visits to the workshop.
• To maintain and keep the diary updated throughout the day.
• To allocate work to the technicians in the most appropriate manner, taking into account priorities and the skills of the individual technicians.
• To ensure job cards are completed correctly for all work carried out. Responsible for all invoicing to be completed on a daily basis.
• To keep up-to-date on technical information / fault finding, including attending courses and liaising with suppliers.
• To supervise the activities of the technicians, carrying out day to day discipline as required and maintaining high standards of work quality and output. This includes ensuring that all technicians consistently use both external and internal vehicle protection in accordance with Brand standards, and that they fully understand and embrace the concept of excellent customer service.
• To actively coach technicians in order to fully utilise their expertise and knowledge to reduce first time fix, and improve workshop skill level.
• To ensure technicians receive training either on the job or at the manufacturer’s premises as required, meeting the needs of the business.
• To carry out other duties that may be required.
• To maintain close liaison with logistics, marketing, sales and service at the dealers.
• To price up and gain authority for additional work identified during repairs by technicians as per the manufacturer’s requirements.
• To be responsible for the standards of appearance, safety and discipline, and work within the workshop and to ensure the workshop is kept clean and tidy and is a safe working environment.
• To be responsible for the Quality Check programme as detailed in the Skoda Aftersales Checklist, and to use this system to both identify and drive improvements in repair quality.
• To maintain the diary and keep it up to date throughout the working day.
• To be responsible for recording all incidents of repeat repair, and getting to the route cause to prevent it happening again.
• To ensure that all vehicles receive a Vehicle Health Check, and that this information is correctly recorded on the eVHC system by technicians.

OBJECTIVES AND KEY TASKS

• Maintain a safe and healthy working environment; ensuring adhere with Health and Safety requirements.
• To ensure all company and customer data is dealt with in line with the General Data Protection Regulations 2018.
• To ensure that confidentiality is maintained.
• To follow all Simpsons Skoda policies and procedures as per the employee handbook.
• To champion the Culture and Values of Simpsons Skoda at all times.
• Any other duties commensurate with the position.

TRAINING

• Attend whenever required.

Ready to take charge, build your own team, and smash sales targets?

This isn’t just another sales role — it’s your chance to lead from the front, drive growth, and make a serious impact.

We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Business Development Team Leader who thrives in the fast lane, knows how to inspire people, and loves turning opportunities into wins.

What You’ll Do

• Lead + Achieve → Own your targets, exceed them, and set the pace for your team
• Respond Fast → Turn online enquiries into opportunities in record time
• Delight Customers → Deliver a service so good, they’ll never want to leave
• Build Your Squad → Recruit, coach, and grow a high-performing team around you
• Play it Smart → Keep everything sharp, compliant, and professional while driving results
• Balance Autonomy + Teamwork → Run with your own initiative while being part of a tight-knit crew

What You Bring

• Proven sales success — you don’t just hit targets, you crush them
• Natural leadership skills — people want to follow your lead
• A confident communicator with killer presentation and supreme digital skills
• Organised, proactive, and ready to juggle multiple wins at once
• Commercially switched-on and always spotting the next opportunity
• Driven, passionate, and fuelled by success

What’s In It For You

• The power to build your own team and shape its success
• A fast-paced, high-energy environment - where ambition is rewarded
• The chance to make a real impact — on customers, colleagues, and your career
• A workplace that’s collaborative, supportive, and buzzing with opportunity
• Market Leading Reward package that will grow with your success
• If you’re hungry, driven, and ready to lead from the front, this is your chance to step up.

**Apply now — and let’s build something big.**

Job Description

Simpsons SKODA is one of the most successful independently owned businesses in the region. As we continue to grow we need to invest in the future and that means investing in our people.

To help plan and shape our future we are seeking to recruit additional Sales Executives as a key part of our Sales Team.

The role of Sales Executive is critical to the success and growing reputation of the sales department. We are passionate about the SKODA brand and the ability to provide our customers with an outstanding service is paramount.

Personal Requirements

The successful candidate will report directly to our Sales Manager and must possess excellent communication skills, a great personality, and the ability to maximise our existing Sales potential.

A high degree of computer literacy will be essential to your success in the role.

You will need to be pro-active in your approach to develop and increase business and be self-motivated with the ability to plan and organise your daily activities in order to achieve deadlines.

This is a unique opportunity to use your personality and skills to their best advantage, to be part of a team where we measure our success by our ability to completely satisfy our customers. In return we can offer you the challenges, commitment to excellence and rewards you inevitably seek.

If you feel that you are the best in the business and can contribute to our success please contact us today and tell us how you could make a real difference to our business.

Experience is NOT essential - a Sparkling Personality is!

5 Day working week.

Full Driving Licence required.

Job Description

Simpsons SKODA is one of the most successful independently owned businesses in the region. As we continue to grow we need to invest in the future and that means investing in our people.

To help plan and shape our future we are seeking to recruit additional Sales Executives as a key part of our Sales Team.

The role of Sales Executive is critical to the success and growing reputation of the sales department. We are passionate about the SKODA brand and the ability to provide our customers with an outstanding service is paramount.

Personal Requirements

The successful candidate will report directly to our Sales Manager and must possess excellent communication skills, a great personality, and the ability to maximise our existing Sales potential.

A high degree of computer literacy will be essential to your success in the role.

You will need to be pro-active in your approach to develop and increase business and be self-motivated with the ability to plan and organise your daily activities in order to achieve deadlines.

This is a unique opportunity to use your personality and skills to their best advantage, to be part of a team where we measure our success by our ability to completely satisfy our customers. In return we can offer you the challenges, commitment to excellence and rewards you inevitably seek.

If you feel that you are the best in the business and can contribute to our success please contact us today and tell us how you could make a real difference to our business.

Experience is NOT essential - a Sparkling Personality is!

5 Day Working Week.

Full Driving Licence required.