Experience

Ransome Van Centre

• United Kingdom
• Automotive
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • Apr 2019 - Present

  Ransome Van Centre are a SIAC MAXUS light commercial vehicle dealer based in Ipswich, Suffolk. With workshops in both Colchester and Ipswich we supply, service and maintain MAXUS vehicles across east Anglia and beyond. SIAC is the largest automotive group in china and is the name behind MAXUS. SAIC produces almost seven million vehicles each year for both domestic and international markets. The Maxus brand is built on a foundation of safety and innovation. The range includes the latest tech for safety and sustainability as seen in their newest selection of EVs, which are already setting the standard for the future of eco-fueled commercial motoring. With an eye toward the future, Maxus key areas of development are electrification, car sharing, connectivity and globalization. Maxus commercial vans are all ready a reliable work horse of a huge number of UK based businesses and to supplement their Full electric range they offer a new Diesel option. The Maxus DELIVER 9 van comes in seven standard variants which make it ideal for any business. The range spans from the low roof, short wheelbase L1 H1 (which still provides over 8 m3 of space), to the high roof, long wheelbase L3H3, which boasts an incredible 13 m3 of space. With so many different options, you’re sure to find an affordable vehicle that perfectly suits your needs. Show less



Ransome Mobility

• United Kingdom
• Retail

• Director

  • Aug 2015 - Present

  Ransome Mobility is a trading name of Ransome Fleet Solutions, a family run business established in 1981 with over 35 years experience providing unrivaled levels of customer service and after sales support in the vehicle solutions sector for Adaptations.We Purchased Airport Garage in July 2015 and moved the Mobility Division of the company over to the new site along with the Wheelchair Access Vehicle sales. Due to the Space at the new site and the history of it being a used car Garage we decided to maintain the name and continue to sell used vehicles into Suffolk and the surrounding area. We now stock a selection of vehicles to sit along side our mobility Fleet. All our vehicles are prepared, valeted and maintained to the highest standard. For your peace of mind, when purchasing, 12 months MOT and 6 months Warranty is inclusive at no extra cost on most of our stock, with options available to extend if required.. Show less

• Service Manager

  • Sep 2001 - Present

• Director

  • Apr 2013 - Apr 2019

  As of April 2013 I became a director of Ransome Engineering Service. Alongside my Business partners we are looking for new opportunities to move the business forwards both in the Mobility Sector and the Engineering Divisions. As of October 2013 we launched a new division to Ransome Mobility known as WAVS-R-US. We now stock and sell Wheelchair accessible vehicles as another option to our existing and new customers who are looking for independence and freedom outside of their place of residence. This is a great addition to the work we currently do adapting vehicles for customers both privately and on the Motability scheme.We have recently employed a Business Development and aftersales manager to develop further the other divisions within Ransomes to again try and move the business forward and seek new opportunities in areas that we know we can deliver good service and grow the business. Alongside day to day running of the company my main focus within Ransomes is as follows: • Managing a team of engineers for the installation of new equipment and the initial point of contact for these customers• Day to day running of the new division WAVSRUS from maintaining and updating the website, point of contact for customers and sourcing new stock right through to arranging and organising handover s and after sales support. • Arranging advertising and marketing opportunities for the mobility divisions of Ransome Engineering• Assisting in with the sales, after sales and support for vehicle adaptations, attend shows to demonstrate equipment and keep in contact with our current customers and suppliers to maintain a good business relationship • Technical support by gaining knowledge of products that we sell both by carrying out installs with my staff and attending all product training courses. Show less

• Mobility Manager

  • Nov 2010 - Apr 2019

  I manage the mobility division of a family business called Ransome Engineering who have now been in business for 32 years. Ransome Mobility was established approximately 10 years ago, A sister company to Ransome Engineering ,and has grown year on year. We offer a range of products and services for the elderly and less able both at home and on the road. From the installation of stair lifts and wheelchair lifts to adapting vehicles to enable independence both for passengers and drivers both in the private and public transport market. We also specialise in the installation of equipment for Public access.My current role at the company is as follows: • Managing a team of engineers for the installation, repair and servicing of equipment. • Arrange advertising opportunities for the division to maximise awareness of our brand. • Work closely with a website design team to improve and maintain a good nationwide web ranking for Ransome Mobility• First contact for new and existing customers • Work closely with local authorities and Car dealerships to develop the business further and maintain these relationships once they have been set up.• Technical support by gaining knowledge of products that we sell both by carrying out installs with my staff and attending all product training courses. Show less



Ransome Fleet Solutions

• Director

  • Apr 2013 - Present

  Sales/After sales and Service Manager for Mobility Products such as Wheelchair access Vehicles, Stair lifts, Wheelchair access Lifts. Managing a Marketing Budget for Advertising, Website development. Sales/After sales and Service Manager for Mobility Products such as Wheelchair access Vehicles, Stair lifts, Wheelchair access Lifts. Managing a Marketing Budget for Advertising, Website development.



Ransome Engineering

• Hydrolic Lift Engineer

  • Jun 2004 - Jun 2007

  Maintaining and servicing Hydrolic Lifts for commercial and private customers Maintaining and servicing Hydrolic Lifts for commercial and private customers