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  • We are oakley thompson

    With a combined experience of over 50 years’, Oakley Thompson specialises in upskilling engineers, mechanics and technicians with prior mechanical knowledge. We help teams stay compliant, confident, and certified to carry out safety-critical work across the PSV and HGV sector.
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The North East’s No. 1 IMI Approved Centre

We are the North East’s number 1 IMI Centre, giving us the flexibility to offer IMI courses and the flexibility for us to design, develop and deliver bespoke courses to suit you. With our Training Management Program, we can help take control of training, offering courses you choose, keeping up-to-date records of your team's CPD, and looking after your training calendar.
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Keeping you & your vehicles moving

  • We deliver specialist technical training across a wide range of areas, including:

  • IRTEC Accreditation (all levels)
  • EV Level 2 & 3 (light and heavy vehicles)
  • New Employee Starter Scheme (N.E.S.S.)
  • Air brake & suspension systems
  • Maintenance audits and upskilling courses
Training is available at our Durham-based academy or delivered on-site at your premises to minimise downtime.
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A Clear Pathway for Technician Progression

Our IRTEC Programme supports technicians at every stage of their career, from routine maintenance through to advanced diagnostics and inspection.Structured across four levels, the programme provides industry-recognised accreditation and supports long-term professional development.
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Get New Starters Site-Ready, Faster

  • N.E.S.S (New Employee Starter Scheme) is our bespoke onboarding programme for PSV and HGV technicians joining your business.

  • Each scheme is custom-built around your organisation and includes:

  • Your internal policies and procedures
  • A practical introduction to the PSV/HGV industry
  • IRTEC Inspection Technician accreditation (HGV or PSV)
Designed to give you confidence that new starters are trained to current industry standards from day one.
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Take the Strain Out of Training Compliance

  • Alongside course delivery, we offer a Training Management Programme to help businesses stay organised and compliant, giving you more time to focus on operations not admin.
  • We can support you with:
  • Course planning and scheduling
  • Accurate CPD record-keeping
  • Ongoing training oversight
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experience you can rely on

Safe repair practices
Expert-led training focused on safe, compliant repair and maintenance of PSV, HGV, and LGV vehicles.
Specialist Focus
Dedicated training designed specifically around road vehicle repair and maintenance, not generic qualifications.
LESS DOWNTIME
Flexible delivery options at your site or our Durham academy to keep vehicles on the road.

Let's talk about your training needs

Whether you’re looking to book a course, discuss bespoke training, or plan long-term development for your team, we’re here to help. Fill in the form below, or contact us directly by emailing info@oakleythompson.co.uk.