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Somax and Weston College Celebration of Success in Logistics night was held on Wednesday 9th November. An evening hosted by Dr Paul Phillips in the Grove restaurant with drivers from May Gurney, Smiths of Gloucester and Taylor Plant. Awards were given to Richard Murray from May Gurney 'Employer of the Year', Rachel Branch from Taylor Plant for 'Apprentice of the Year, and Bruce Howell of Smith who won 'Adult Apprentice of the Year'. Further awards were handed to Tracy Futcher, Lisa Fowler and Brian Edwards for 'Best Depot Drivers' at May Gurney.
Somax at the Bus and Coach Live 2011 Exhibition. We met so many new and existing customers and look forward to further developing our relationships. Thanks to all for giving up time to visit us. We are also at the Commercial Vehicle Show (24th- 26th April), North Somerset Show, Royal Bath & West Show, Devon County Show, The Royal Cornwall Show and Truckfest 2012. Make a date in your diary and pop along to meet us.
Somax together with TOR2 will be commencing Modern Apprenticeships with 90 members of staff. The training will consist of: Key Skills, Employer Rights and Responsibilities, Drivers Hours, Drivers Responsibilities, SAFED (Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving), Essential Driving Techniques. This will include 28 hours of Driver CPC. Thanks to Maurice for his support and confidence.
'Somax partner with May Gurney to deliver 300 NVQ in Driving Goods Vehicles. The program will be rolled out over six months with the drivers receiving SAFED training as well as May Gurney specific programs. Thanks to Richard Murray for his confidence and support’
Backwell based Somax Ltd honoured at National Training
Awards 2010
Backwell based driver training company Somax has been honoured with a prestigious National Training Award in recognition of their outstanding contribution and commitment to training, learning and development in the workplace.
Somax Ltd was presented with a Regional National Training Award at the South West Regional Ceremony, held at @Bristol on the 19/10/10.
Somax Ltd was recognised in the Collaboration and Partnership Award category for its outstanding achievement of 100% pass rates for over a thousand drivers achieving a full NVQ Level 2 qualification in Driving Goods Vehicles and Driving Passenger Carrying Vehicles. The partnership with Weston College has been an exceptional success.
Run on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) by UK Skills, the National Training Awards inspires and encourages UK industry to invest in training and development as a route to achieving outstanding organisational and individual success. Winning an Award is recognition of best practice and provides a benchmark for standards of excellence in training in the UK. City & Guilds is the premier sponsor of the 2010 National Training Awards.
Simon Werkshagen, Managing Director of Somax said “We are delighted to be recognised in the UK as a leading provider of driver training and to have had such a positive effect on over 1,000 in gaining their first level 2 qualification. Of course this is recognition for all of the Somax staff who have worked so hard and diligently in order to provide quality training”
Simon Bartley, Chief Executive of UK Skills which manages the National Training Awards said: “I would like to offer congratulations to all regional and UK winners for the National Training Awards 2010. Achieving an award is a fantastic achievement and one that all winners should be really proud of.
“Now more than ever it is essential for organisations to continue to invest in the development of their staff. The UK’s future, after all, can only be strengthened and sustained by people who have the skills needed to meet the demands of today’s globalised economy.”
316 people entered their details for the Truckfest prize draw for free 35 Hours of Driver CPC. The winner was Dave Corp of Parker Transport both in Shepton Mallet. A prize giving day with local press will take place the week commencing 19th July
Truckfest was a hugh success, thanks to all that manned the stand. Dave, Rich (Mint), Phil (Translova), Steve (RPM) and Craig (CH Training). Particular thanks goes to Dave for planning the stand, setting up and taking down, you did a brilliant job.
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Thursday 20th May saw the inauguration of the new Mayer of Weston-Super-Mare, Councillor Philip Judd. Phil is a lecturer here at Somax and will spend the next twelve months balancing his Somax role and that of the Mayor. We congratulate Phil and wish him all best for the ensuing year.
Somax has first Driver CPC inspection and receives clean bill of health
Simon presents a completion certificate to Mark of Cullimores who have successfully trainees 68 drivers for Driver CPC and BTEC qualification.
Somax has its first stand at CV Operators Show in the NEC. The show was a great success.
Somax win Bath & North East Somerset SAFED training contract. Somax will conduct training for over 350 drivers in the three programs of LGV, PCVB and Vans
Somax win Business Partner of the Year 2010 Award
Somax Christmas Party with our key Partners at Weston College – no significant bad behaviour as Dr Paul Philips of Weston College is made honorary England Rugby supporter
Jackie graduates at Bristol Cathedral. She receives Level 4 (Degree) with AAT – Brilliant. Well done Jackie!!
All members of staff successfully pass BTEC Certification in Customer Service – some better than others!
Ian completes IV qualification and becomes centre IV – Well done Ian
Craig, Dave and Steve successfully complete their PTTLS course – Well done boys
Somax wins contract to deliver Driver CPC to RT Keedwell drivers. Most of the 350 drivers will undertake 14 hours in January 2010
Somax sponsor The Meningitis Trust Golfing Day at Cotswold Edge the team comprises of Simon (Captain), Robin King of Robin King Estate Agents, Knowle Golf Club’s professional Mark and John from JLD. Simon wins ‘Closest to hole competition’
Somax completed 386 candidates on PCV NVQ and all candidates’ complete14 hours of Driver CPC.
Somax officially tour with the British and Irish Lions in South Africa .
4 candidatyes on the Young Driver Training scheme complete their NVQ and gain Class C licences- Well done Emily, Georgio and Louis.
Somax gain direct claim status for NVQ’s and BTEC qualifications
Somax becomes a Edexcel Centre for NVQ delivery
Somax delivers first Driver CPC course. Course is made up of candidates from four local Coach Companies; Eagle Coaches, Arleens, Coombs Coaches and Blagdon Lioness.
Somax opens new offices
