A company providing IT support has reported a successful first quarter.

Lockwood-based P2 Technologies Ltd has recruited its fourth apprentice, promoted another member of staff and secured a place among the top global managed service providers.

During the period, P2 promoted Jamie Sheard to first line service engineer. Jamie successfully completed a 12 month work placement at P2 and the Microsoft Advanced Apprenticeship Programme,

In his new role, he will take responsibility for customer backup systems, remote monitoring and advising customers.

After gaining a place as one of the leading global managed service providers list in the MSPmentor 501, the firm has recruited Sam Carsberg as a second line IT service engineer.

Sam has more than 20 years’ experience and will provide advice to customers and deal with complex IT issues.

Jordan Powell also joins the team as apprentice IT Service Engineer. P2’s fourth apprentice, he gained a distinction in BTEC Level 2 IT Practitioner at college and will shadow the experienced engineers for 12 months before taking responsibility for a number of important tasks within the team.

P2 director Martin Page said: “Progression and development of staff is vital at P2 as it not only strengthens our team but the overall customer experience that is delivered.

“Staff retention has always been high at P2 and we are pleased that Jamie is progressing well within the business and adding value to clients.

“We are also pleased to welcome Sam and Jordan to the team and are looking forward to seeing them grow with the company.”

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