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SOE Strengthens Industry Standards with DVSA Investment in IRTE Apprentice Memberships
The Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) is pleased to announce that the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is actively investing in the professional development of Vehicle Standards Assessor apprentices by supporting membership with the Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE), a sector of SOE.
Closing the Engineering Skills Gap: How SOE is Strengthening the Engineering Talent Pipeline
The UK engineering industry is facing a skills crisis, intensified by factors including an aging workforce and advances in technology. Demand for skilled technicians and engineers significantly outweighs supply, and the need for a highly trained, professionally recognised workforce is clear.
Raising the Bar: How Evolving Standards Are Transforming Lorry Loader Crane Safety
The safety, reliability, and performance of lorry loader cranes are undergoing major improvements thanks to updated design requirements, new regulatory changes, and more robust safety and performance standards. These developments are reshaping how operators, manufacturers, and inspectors approach the use, maintenance, and thorough examination of this essential lifting equipment.
Zurich Engineering and SOE Partnership Empowers Over 400 Staff Through Professional Membership
The Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) is celebrating a major milestone in its ongoing partnership with Zurich Engineering with more than 400 employees signing up to become members of SOE, marking a landmark achievement in the organisations’ shared mission to champion professional standards across the engineering and operations sectors.