Pirtek Tyne & Wear appoints new managing director
Pirtek Tyne & Wear has named Shaun Pearson as its new managing director, bringing extensive experience in engineering and business transformation.
With a track record of delivering over £50 million in new business wins across multiple industries, Shaun will lead the centre’s growth strategy while overseeing its day-to-day operations.
He aims to expand services and enhance customer support, building on Pirtek’s reputation for 24/7 hydraulic maintenance and repair solutions.
Shaun said: “I am thrilled to join Pirtek Tyne & Wear as manging director.
“Its reputation in providing a first-class level of service for its customers is common knowledge for this region and I am delighted to have the opportunity to help develop this further.
“Working with our expert technicians, we will continue to ensure our bespoke hydraulics solutions are tailored to the unique needs of every customer we work with.”
Andrew Maidwell, director of Pirtek Tyne & Wear, added: “We are delighted to welcome Shaun to the Pirtek family.
“Under his leadership, we will look to support our fantastic customer base whilst welcoming new customers and services for preventative maintenance and emergency hydraulic repairs.
“We have expanded the facilities of the Tyne & Wear centre.
“Today, it is now the base for 10 mobile vans operated by our team of fully trained and highly skilled technicians and we have a busy but efficient trade counter.
“Shaun’s appointment aligns perfectly with our aspirations to further growth and develop the Tyne & Wear centre, delivering that level of service and customer attentiveness that Pirtek is famous for.”
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