The company are continuing to develop their apprenticeship programme and are looking to recruit a Level 2 Engineering Operative: Welding & Fabrication Apprentice for our Manufacturing Facilities at Ipswich. The role will include the following:
Correct use of safety equipment including PPE (personal protective equipment), RPE (respiratory protective equipment) and LEV (local exhaust ventilation).
Produce a range of welded assemblies to include butt welds and fillet welds using both MIG (metal inert gas) and TIG (tungsten inert gas) on thin sheet and plate metal.
Grinding using bench and hand-held grinders.
Metal finishing using shot blasters.
EH&S training
Ransomes Factory Tour for prospective Apprentices, Thursday 19th March 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm.
If you would like to come along for a tour of our plant, discuss apprenticeships and to see where you could be working, please contact Jo Barber to reserve your space. Email: jbarber@textron.com or Call 01473 276271. Parents welcome too! Only available by booking in advance.Training:
The apprentice will be working towards the Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship Standard - The Welding & Fabrication Pathway (Option 4 Fabrication Role).
This is a 12-18-month duration apprenticeship with college attendance required once per week at Colchester Institute's Braintree Campus, transport from Colchester campus provided.
Training Outcome:
Successful completion of the apprenticeship course could lead to a permanent role working within the Factory.
Employer Description:Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd is a subsidiary of Textron Inc., one of the world’s best known multi-industry companies who are recognised for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, E-Z-GO, and many more. At our Turf Centre of Excellence in Ipswich, Suffolk, Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd design and manufacture Jacobsen and Ransomes turf maintenance equipment that is trusted on some of the finest formal turf areas around the world. From parks and sports grounds, to highways and fine lawns, our extensive range of equipment is built for every environment. Proudly nurturing steel through to finished products in the first factory for motorised mowers in the world, Ransomes supports hundreds of skilled professionals who bring our mowers to life through expertise gained over three centuries. We combine this ongoing legacy with innovation to cut a new path in research and development of clean green alternative energy technology.Working Hours :Monday to Friday from 6:30am - 2:48pm, with a 10-minute break at 10am and a 30-minute set lunch at 12pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Good literacy and numeracy,Keen to learn,Keen to engage,Ambitious,Conscientious,Critical thinking skills,Enthusiastic,Self motivated,Punctual time-keeping,Practical skills....Read more...
The company are continuing to develop their apprenticeship programme and are looking to recruit a Craft Machinist Apprentice for our Manufacturing facilities at Ipswich.
The role will include the following:
Turning: Produce cylindrical components on a manual centre lathe to fine tolerances.
Milling: Produce geometric shapes on a manual vertical and or horizontal milling machine.
Grinding: Produce components on grinders to fine tolerances.
Computer Numerical Control: Operate CNC machines to produce complex shapes and components using automatic machines.
Assembly & Heat Treatment.
EH & S Training.
Ransomes Factory Tour for prospective Apprentices, Thursday 19th March 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm.
If you would like to come along for a tour of our plant, discuss apprenticeships and to see where you could be working, please contact Jo Barber to reserve your space. Email: jbarber@textron.com or Call 01473 276271. Parents welcome too! Only available by booking in advance.Training:The apprentice will be working towards the Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship Standard. Qualifications include:
EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (Development Competence).
City and Guilds Machining technician.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Machining) (Development Technical Knowledge).
This is a 4 year apprenticeship with college attendance required once per week at Colchester Institute's Braintree Campus, transport from Colchester campus provided.
Training Outcome:
Successful completion of the apprenticeship course could lead to a permanent role working within the Machine Shop.
Employer Description:Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd is a subsidiary of Textron Inc., one of the world’s best known multi-industry companies who are recognised for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, E-Z-GO, and many more.
At our Turf Centre of Excellence in Ipswich, Suffolk, Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd design and manufacture Jacobsen and Ransomes turf maintenance equipment that is trusted on some of the finest formal turf areas around the world. From parks and sports grounds, to highways and fine lawns, our extensive range of equipment is built for every environment.
Proudly nurturing steel through to finished products in the first factory for motorised mowers in the world, Ransomes supports hundreds of skilled professionals who bring our mowers to life through expertise gained over three centuries. We combine this ongoing legacy with innovation to cut a new path in research and development of clean green alternative energy technology.Working Hours :Monday to Friday from 6:30am - 2:48pm, with a 10-minute break at 10:00am and a 30-minute set lunch at 12:00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Good literacy and numeracy,Keen to learn,Keen to engage,Ambitious,Conscientious,Critical thinking skills,Enthusiastic,Self Motivated,Punctual Time-keeping,Practical skills....Read more...
The company is continuing to develop their apprenticeship programme and are looking to recruit an apprentice within the Fabrication department to work closely and develop skills within the Press Shop.
The role will include the following:
Marking out and measuring: Transfer complex dimensions to sheet steel using hand tools and measuring equipment
Laser Cutting: Operate the CNC laser to produce complex shapes in sheet metal through laser cutting
Sheet Metal Bending: Operate the CNC Press Brake to produce complex shapes in sheet metal by bending and pressing
Tube Bending: Operate the CNC Tube Bending Machine to produce complex shapes in tube steel
The apprentice will also receive EH&S training covering their role
Ransomes Factory Tour for prospective Apprentices, Thursday 19th March 2026 4:00pm – 5:30pm.
If you would like to come along for a tour of our plant, discuss apprenticeships and to see where you could be working, please contact Jo Barber to reserve your space. Email: jbarber@textron.com or Call 01473 276271. Parents welcome too! Only available by booking in advance.Training:
The apprentice will be working towards the Level 3 Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship Standard
This apprenticeship will also include Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
College attendance will be at the Colchester Institute - Colchester Campus one day per week during term time
Training Outcome:
Successful completion of the apprenticeship course could lead to a permanent role working within the Fabrication/Test & Development Departments.
Employer Description:Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd is a subsidiary of Textron Inc., one of the world’s best known multi-industry companies who are recognised for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, E-Z-GO, and many more.
At our Turf Centre of Excellence in Ipswich, Suffolk, Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd design and manufacture Jacobsen and Ransomes turf maintenance equipment that is trusted on some of the finest formal turf areas around the world. From parks and sports grounds, to highways and fine lawns, our extensive range of equipment is built for every environment.
Proudly nurturing steel through to finished products in the first factory for motorised mowers in the world, Ransomes supports hundreds of skilled professionals who bring our mowers to life through expertise gained over three centuries. We combine this ongoing legacy with innovation to cut a new path in research and development of clean green alternative energy technology.Working Hours :Monday to Friday from 6:30am - 2:48pm, with a 10-minute break at 10am and a 30-minute set lunch at 12pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Good literacy and numeracy,Enthusiastic,Keen to learn,Self Motivated,Ambitious,Keen to engage,Punctual Time-keeping,Critical thinking skills,Conscientious....Read more...
About YouLooking to work in an environment where you are truly able to make a difference? Do you enjoy working in a supportive HR team?Looking for a role that challenges your thinking?Then read on.This is a maternity cover role for a 12 month period starting from April 2026 As a People Business Partner, your experience will mean that you’re able to quickly build credibility with the Heads of Department that you will be partnering with, acting as a trusted adviser on both day to day people matters and broader workforce priorities. Using your strong influencing skills, you’ll translate business needs into solutions that strengthen performance, enable change and support delivery of our strategic plan.You’ll bring experience as a People (HR) Business Partner, with strong communication skills and confidence when dealing with employee relations matters. CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) would be helpful although it’s more important that you are able to listen, guide, coach and partner with stakeholders.You’ll join a People & OD team that covers recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, EDI, engagement, and offboarding. Together, we’re focused on creating a Great Place to Work and supporting the organisation to deliver its objectives.We work hard, stay grounded, celebrate what goes well — and we don’t take ourselves too seriously. You’ll be joining a team that genuinely enjoys working together.We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! About The RoleYou’ll partner with Heads of Department to understand and identify any emerging issues, and provide proactive, evidence based advice – looking at how we can help deliver improved organisational effectiveness and the colleague experience.This is a true generalist role. Working with specific departments, you'll develop insight into their team and departmental needs, shaping people plans that support high performance. Your work will involve:Supporting employee relations cases in a fair, consistent and solutions‑focused wayCoaching managers through performance, capability, and attendance conversationsAdvising on recruitment, retention, onboarding and workforce planningContributing to policy updates, people processes, and cyclical activities such as pay and performanceCoaching managers in navigating organisational change and understanding the impact on their teamsPromoting good people practice and reinforcing our values through day‑to‑day partneringNo two days are the same, and you’ll have the autonomy to manage your own workload, draw on your colleagues when needed, and use your professional judgement to guide stakeholders to the right outcomes.To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description. Role location: Hybrid working (on average 2 days working out of our Mansfield office) Schedule:Application closing date: 22nd February 2026Sifting date: 23rd and 24th February 2026Interviews: w/c 2nd March 2026(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware and we will look at alternative dates)Security:Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.About Mining Remediation AuthorityOur benefits:
A cutting-edge pension scheme with an impressive employer contribution rate of approximately 28.97%.Experience our values-based recognition scheme that celebrates your contributions.Flexibility in working patterns, whether it's full-time, part-time, or compressed hours.Embrace flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs.Enjoy a generous holiday allowance of 27.5 days annually, plus the flexibility to add 6 extra days to that, alongside 8 public holidays.Benefit from a comprehensive parental leave policy with 26 weeks of full pay (subject to eligibility).Get support to further your professional qualifications and payment for one annual professional subscription.Access a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.Unlock exclusive employee discountsEnsure your well-being with an annual health check and receive £15 monthly towards well-being activities.Enjoy the convenience of on-site free parking, along with complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks at our Mansfield office.Working with us:We offer different ways to work flexibly, and the following types of flexibility are usually possible: job share, flexible hours, working from home for part of the week and compressed hours. Please feel free to talk about what flexibility means to you at your interview.With a genuine commitment to flexible working, we believe that work life balance is incredibly important.Who we are:Here at the Mining Remediation Authority, we really are a great team to work with. We’re united in our passion and commitment to make a better future for people and the environment in mining areas.We carry out a wide variety of essential services from responding to coal mining hazards, to keeping everyone and everything safe from mine water pollution.We are excited about what our future holds. Our work is helping to develop a new sustainable source of renewable energy for the UK. By harnessing the energy from mine water heat, we hope to play a key role towards helping the UK to meet net-zero emissions by 2050.We truly are a supportive organisation where we all live and breathe our values. We are inclusive, trusted and progressive in everything that we do.Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities, and we actively promote equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process.As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the minimum selection criteria and identify as disabled or from a minority ethnic background, this aligns with our values.We recruit based on your skills, experience and potential not your ethnicity, background, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. To help ensure fairness, we anonymise applications by asking you to remove personally identifiable information before they are reviewed by hiring managers. This helps us reduce unconscious bias and focus solely on what matters, your ability to succeed in the role.If you’re successful in joining us, it’s because we believe in your ability to make a meaningful contribution. By continuing to improve the diversity of our organisation, we strengthen our collective knowledge, creativity, innovation and living our values of being trusted, inclusive, and progressive every day.If you require reasonable adjustments or an alternative format to apply, please contact us at Recruitment@MiningRemediation.gov.uk or call us on 01623 637000. We are happy to support you through the process. ....Read more...
