Latest SOE News

Wrightbus Powers Ahead with Road to Zero Emissions

Wrightbus, part of the Bamford Bus organisation, recently paid a visit to the North Eastern Centre to share with members and guests their latest developments on the businesses Road to Zero Emissions.

Battling the Chill: How can Operations Engineers prepare for Cold Winters

As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, operations engineers find themselves at the forefront of adapting to a rapidly changing environment.

Engineering Unit Leader and Key Account Manager Bill Martin gives us an insight into his career.

Bill Martin IEng MSOE MBES is the Engineering Unit Leader and Key Account Manager at Irish Engineering Services, a part of the BES Group . Bill shares some of his experience, challenges achievements and tips for aspiring engineers starting their careers or looking to develop their career path.

New Safety Technologies on Display at CV Show

The CV Show is back with a major focus on road safety in an all-new seminar theatre programme with tech, regulation and best practice all on the agenda.

Road Safety Week: A Call to Action for Operations Engineers

Every year, millions of people around the world are killed or injured in road traffic accidents. In fact, road traffic accidents are the leading cause of death for people aged 15-29 years old.

What the DVSAs update to Brake Testing Policies and Procedures mean for Vehicle Standards Assessors

The DVSA has released an Ops bulletin that introduces new brake testing procedures for Heavy Goods Vehicles and Public Service Vehicles.

The BMTA joins the SOE as a new Corporate Partner.

The British Motor Trade Association, BMTA, is a registered charity that offers financial support to individuals with an industry background who have found themselves or their families in need.

The Engineering Council publish UK-SPEC HRB competencies

After the Grenfell tragedy in 2017, both local councils and members of the public have urged for legislation to be put into place to prevent another disaster like this from happening again.

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Publications

SOE News Autumn 2023

SOE News this month features IRTE skills challenge winners announced, a TFL Milestone, BABCOCK and the British Army partnering to offer over 2000 apprenticeships and an insight into the drone technology that is keeping Sellafield workers safe.

Operation Engineer November 2023

Operations Engineer this month focuses on utilising high energy lasers, contract disputes, hybrid bearings and human factors at Airbus helicopters.

Transport Engineer November 2023

November's edition of Transport Engineer features a look at wheel security, caring for workshop equipment and regulations around trailer design

Operations Engineer October 2023

Check out October's edition of Operations Engineer featuring the risks of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), planning for the post-mains gas energy grid and reducing AC drive harmonics.

Transport Engineer October 2023

Check out the October edition of Transport Engineer, featuring bus geofencing, experiential routes to IEng qualification, Skills Challenge 2023 winners and the hazards of wetter weather.

Transport Engineer September 2023

September's edition of Transport Engineer

Operations Engineer September 2023

September's edition of Operations Engineer

Operations Engineer August 2023

August's edition of Operations Engineer

Transport Engineer August 2023

August's issue of Transport Engineer

Transport Engineer July 2023

July's edition of Transport Engineer

Operations Engineer July 2023

July's edition of Operations Engineer

Operations Engineer June 2023

June's edition of Operations Engineer

Transport Engineer June 2023

June's edition of Transport Engineer

Transport Engineer May 2023

May's edition of Transport Engineer

Operations Engineer May 2023

May's edition of Operations Engineer

Operations Engineer April 2023

April's edition of Operations Engineer

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