Leeds Automotive Professional In Running For National Award From JLR
Gareth Crooks, Assistant Parts Manager, at Vertu Jaguar Land Rover Leeds, has been named a finalist in Jaguar Land Rovers Retailer Colleague of the Year 2025 awards.
The prestigious awards celebrate colleagues who consistently go above and beyond in delivering customer service, technical excellence, and team collaboration.
Finalists were selected from thousands of colleagues at Jaguar Land Rover dealerships across the UK following a rigorous nomination and judging process led by JLRs central team.
Gareth will now take part in the final stage of the competition, held over two days in November. This will include a practical challenge to put his skills to the test in the workshop at the JLR Academy, before the winner is announced at a gala awards ceremony.
The dealership, on Sheepscar Way, is part of Vertu Motors plc, the UKs fourth largest motor retailer. It invests heavily in the continuous professional development of its colleagues, helping to keep them on top of the latest diagnostics and servicing techniques, as well as customer service skills.
Gareth Crooks, Assistant Parts Manager, at Vertu Jaguar Land Rover Leeds, said: Its a huge honour to have been shortlisted for this award. Ive always tried to do the job properly and support the team around me, so to be recognised like this is a fantastic feeling.
Robert Forrester, Chief Executive of Vertu Motors, added: Gareths nomination reflects the strength of our Leeds operation and the calibre of people within it. Hes someone who quietly gets on with the job and delivers consistently, which is exactly what these awards are about - recognising those who represent Jaguar Land Rover, as well as Vertu, to the highest standards.