COMMITTEE MEMBER ROLE (Membership, Education and Registration Committee) |
The Welding Institute is licensed by Engineering Council to assess candidates for professional registration, to accredit courses and approve qualifications. This work is undertaken by the Membership, Education and Registration Committee (MERC). MERC is also required to act as the Board of Examiners for international qualifications as defined by the International Institute of Welding (IIW) and European Welding Federation (EWF). MERC reports to the Professional Board and acts on its behalf, setting out the requirements for Professional Membership, reporting on matters relating to education, training, qualifications and vocational standards for all grades.
All this work is done by our volunteer committee members.
Person Specification
Members of the Membership, Education and Registration Committee will have….
Summary of Main Duties and Responsibilities
Members of the Membership, Education and Registration Committee oversee the Institute’s work on professional membership, education and registration. Assessing and approving applications from our members. Committee members have practical and significant work place experience in engineering, an understanding of the role and function of partner organisations e.g. Engineering Council, and an understanding of the application, evaluation and auditing techniques in relation to professional development.
Time Commitment
MERC meets 4 times a year, in person and online
Benefits of Volunteering
This role provides continuing professional development opportunities through the development of:
How to Apply
Expressions of interest along with a CV and covering letter outlining what the applicant can bring to the role, should be made in writing (email) to the Professional Membership Team at theweldinginstitute@twi.co.uk by the 12th July 2024.
For further information, please refer to the full person specification and the advert, or email theweldinginstitue@twi.co.uk.