EcoOperator Programme from SMT GB gains IQ Accreditation

To promote safer and more sustainable machine operation SMT GB offers the EcoOperator Programme from Volvo Construction Equipment, an advanced course equipping skilled operators to reduce fuel consumption, emissions, and wear while increasing productivity and safety.

SMT GB Supporting Tarmac Operators with the EcoOperator Programme at Tarmac’s National Skills and Safety Park in Nether Langwith.

SMT and the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) share a common goal of promoting safety and sustainability in the quarrying and aggregate industry and understand that developing successful learning programmes that nurture adaptability is key for modern operators to meet the demands of today’s industry.

Beginning March 2025, IQ members who complete the EcoOperator Programme with SMT GB will earn 6 hours of valuable Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points, highlighting an ongoing dedication to continuous improvement, enhancing personal skills, and sustainability knowledge.

Richard Cannon, Operator Training Manager for SMT GB, comments, “SMT GB has demonstrated significant expertise and quality in delivering the EcoOperator Programme, one of our operator efficiency training offerings. By leveraging extensive product and application knowledge, along with direct training from Volvo Construction Equipment’s EcoOperator Programme, we provide our customers with tailored solutions that help them achieve their safety and sustainability goals.”

SMT GB supports Cemex UK Site Managers with a bespoke EcoOperator Programme to drive lower-emission operations.

To celebrate IQ accreditation and enable more individuals to access EcoOperator as a valuable operator sustainability and development course, SMT GB will be running a limited-time 10% discount offer on EcoOperator Programme bookings placed throughout April and May 2025*.

Please contact your local SMT GB Customer Support Representative for more information or to make a booking, or visit www.smt.network/gb/ecooperator/ to find out more.

*EcoOperator Promotion is only available for EcoOperator Programme bookings secured with SMT GB and paid for between Tuesday 1st April and Friday 30th May 2025. This offer does not apply to bespoke offerings and bookings which have been priced separately. This is a limited time offer providing a discounted rate of 10% for customers who book within the specified period. The EcoOperator Programme booking is for participants to attend before December 31st, 2025. Places not taken up or missed for whatever reason will not be credited or refunded and not rolled over into 2026. Any cancellation by SMT GB will result in a credit or refund being offered or a place on the next available session date. Customers with existing special discount terms (Special Terms Agreements) are eligible to receive the promotional discount on EcoOperator bookings. Promotional discount applies only to the EcoOperator offering with all other terms and conditions remaining unchanged.

For further information, please contact:

SMT GB Marketing Department – marketing.gb@smt.network