Edinburgh-based Nissan dealer Alex F Noble has announced the appointment of Stuart Pender as service manager.

He brings over 14 years’ experience to the role, having started as a parts apprentice with the Parks Motor Group in East Kilbride when he was just 17.

At Parks he rose steadily through the ranks to become service manager in 2009, with responsibility for seven franchises.

The move to Alex F Noble follows a brief spell with the Verve Group.

David Noble, dealer principal at Alex F Noble, commented: “Our reputation is founded entirely on exceptional customer service, so it was very important for us to have a like-minded service manager.

“Stuart brings considerable management experience and we are delighted to have him with us.”

Pender added: “It is my job to maintain and ultimately build on our position as the Nissan dealer of choice in the east of Scotland.”