Great news from our Corporate Patron, MJM Marine who as part of the Rathbane Group will recruit for 50 new starts in 2025 with the expansion of its Navigate Early Careers Programme.
Rathbane Group is comprised of well-known construction and manufacturing businesses, MJM Marine, Mivan and Topglass.
The second-generation family-owned and managed business, founded by Brian McConville will expand its Navigate Early Careers Programme, which offers a range of career paths including apprenticeships, higher-level apprenticeships, placement students and graduate positions across its three businesses.
The Newry-headquartered company’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of talent was showcased at its annual Navigate event, which brought together all 80 Navigator students from across the Rathbane Group to celebrate their achievements on the programme.
The programme covers various roles, including joinery, project management, site management, quantity surveying, design, estimation, HR and marketing.
Among those attending the event were Economy Minister, Conor Murphy MLA and Kathleen O’Hare, Chair of the Northern Ireland Skills Council.
Economy Minister, Conor Murphy MLA said:
“Increasing our local skills base and creating a regional balanced economy are at the core of my economic plans.”
“Rathbane Group’s dedication to developing talent and creating high-quality career paths for young people across the north is exceptional.”
“The Navigate Programme equips young people with the technical skills and hands-on experience needed for today’s competitive job market and I wish all the Navigate apprentices and graduates well as they set out on their promising career paths.”
Naoimh McConville, Managing Director of Rathbane Group said:
“The construction and manufacturing sectors face a critical shortage of skilled workers, particularly in technical roles. The Navigate Programme is a cornerstone of our commitment to developing future skills and leaders.”
“Apprenticeships have always been in our DNA, with some of our earliest apprentices still with us today. By collaborating with universities, colleges and schools, we aim to attract early-career talent and deliver a market-leading programme to shape the next generation within our businesses.”
The Rathbane Group is deeply rooted in Northern Ireland, but its impact extends far beyond its local community with projects spanning across the globe.
The Navigate Programme is now open for applicants. Students who are interested in applying are encouraged to apply via MJM Marine’s, Mivan’s and Topglass’s early career web pages or by contacting their HR Departments.
For more info on the Navigate Programme, please visit:
www.mjm-group.com