irtec Voluntary Licensing Scheme - Update |
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| 02 Sep 2008 |
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Following the IRTE/IMI collaboration over the future of the irtec voluntary licensing scheme announced in April, SOE is pleased to inform readers the programme is set to reach new heights with a more streamlined structure. More > |
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IRTE and IMI to collaborate on development of irtec Licensing Scheme |
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| 28 Apr 2008 |
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New IRTE alliance focuses on recognising highly-skilled CV technicians
A shot in the arm for the commercial vehicle sector’s drive to improve standards is announced today at the 2008 Commercial Vehicle Show. Growing the voluntary irtec Licensing Scheme that ensures the competence of commercial vehicle technicians is the aim of a new agreement between the IRTE (a professional sector of the Society of Operations Engineers (SOE)) and the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), this is the government-recognised Sector Skills Council for the industry. More > |
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IRTE offer irtec Licence holders discount |
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| 11 Apr 2008 |
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The IRTE (Institute of Road Transport Engineers) is offering all irtec Licence holders the opportunity to become members of the SOE (Society of Operations Engineers), without having to pay the usual £20 application fee. In addition, for those who sign up for membership at the CV Show, there will be a further 10% discount on the actual membership fee. More > |
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irtec stars to shine at CV Show |
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| 29 Mar 2008 |
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NEC, Birmingham, 15 - 17 April 2008
Visit irtec at stand 258 in Hall 8
The CV Show is the biggest event in the UK’s road transport industry, and irtec is using the opportunity to congratulate the licence holders who excelled in 2007
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Free Halfords trade cards available to irtec licence holders |
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| 04 Feb 2008 |
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Halfords and irtec are joining forces to offer irtec technicians the Halfords Trade Card, so you can benefit from their extensive range of products at great prices. More > |
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Planning your future skill needs |
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| 01 Feb 2008 |
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For technicians employed in truck dealerships, there are often plenty of opportunities to maintain their skill level by attending the many excellent manufacturer learning modules and training programmes. More > |
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Safety for truck’s sake |
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| 18 Jan 2008 |
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The popularity of the irtec licence increased again recently, following additional interest from several large truck manufacturers. Volvo, MAN, IVECO and DAF have all considered the benefits of irtec licensing in order to recognise their technicians' skill and experience. More > |
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Isuzu’s cruising success |
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| 10 Nov 2007 |
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Late last year Isuzu took to the Thames on board a luxury river cruise boat to mark the graduation of a number of their irtec Master Technicians.
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IRTE takes irtec to Westminster for industry best practice |
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| 23 Oct 2007 |
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irtec licensing is an excellent way to check the competence of any technician that has undergone formal "time served" training. It can be used in a number of different ways, from checking competence at interview through to pay scale grading. Therefore, irtec would be of use to both employers and manufacturers to enhance training of technicians, from manufacturers’ courses through to generic courses at local colleges. More > |
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Royal Mail makes irtec century |
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| 06 Nov 2007 |
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Robert Wingell has become the 100th Technician from Royal Mail Vehicle Services to obtain an irtec Licence, and the organisation has marked the occasion with a presentation to celebrate his success. More > |
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Firing irtec to another level |
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| 26 Sep 2007 |
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Lee Croucher, Head of Motor Vehicle & Engineering at Stephenson College, speaks to the Insider about a new scheme for the Fire Service where the college and irtec Centre will provide a bespoke apprenticeship. More > |
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Poetic surroundings for licence holders at next forum |
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| 22 May 2007 |
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Famed for its castle and links to the sport of rugby, Warwickshire is one of the most beautiful and eventful counties in the country and, with its links to the road transport industry, it makes a fitting location for the next irtec forum. The event will take place on 12 July.
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irtec and IRTE clothing now available |
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| 02 May 2007 |
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Looking for a present for the man who has everything? Look no further – the SOE is now offering the perfect gifts through IRTE and irtec polo shirts and baseball caps. More > |
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1st for First |
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| 10 Jun 2008 |
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Public transport giant FirstGroup honoured the success of their apprentices and technicians at the First UK Bus Apprentice of the Year Awards in April. More > |
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Best in Show |
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| 21 Mar 2007 |
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The biggest and best in the road transport industry will be present at the Commercial Vehicle Show in April and irtec will be there among the elite.
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irtec produces 1000th graduate |
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| 28 Nov 2006 |
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Northgate’s Kevin Glasgow became the 1000th irtec licensed technician when he achieved his light vehicle certificate in November.
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Regulation of maintenance providers - the industry speaks |
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| 27 Oct 2006 |
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Bouncers, farriers and even hairdressers have to be licensed to operate in the UK. More > |
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