Sharp will focus on maintaining and enhancing the SMR company’s “driver experience”, and brings experience from his former roles at Lombard Vehicle Management and Arval, as well as AA Tyreserve, Interleasing, Leyland DAF and Volvo.

Joe Bhamr, commercial director, commented: ‘We were keen to appoint an industry professional to this key role who was able to understand our clients’ drivers’ expectations, together with ensuring each Service Centre delivers against our promise. We are delighted that David has joined us at a time of sub- stantial growth: his considerable experience of the fleet industry and supply chain management will assist us in the next phase of our development.’

Prestige has announced further appointments, including the recruitment of a new customer service manager, Tob Patterson, who previously worked for Range Rover and VW franchises, and technical advisor Bob Fisher who brings considerable experience to Prestige, having worked for Audi and Ford. He is joined in Prestige’s aftermarket warranty division with another new recruit, Heather Smith. Prestige has also strengthened its advisor team with the appointments of De-Anna Randall, Emily Roberts, Jennifer Wood and Louise Patton. In addition, Nagesh Bhayani has joined as financial controller.

Bill Daulby, chairman, added: ‘We provide SMR solutions for fleets, so we have to ensure our people have the right level of expertise and experience. These appointments demonstrate our commitment to our mission to become the vehicle service, maintenance and repair supplier of choice within the UK aftercare market.’