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Graduate Mechanical Engineer

AT CRH
CRH

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Drogheda, Ireland

Country: Ireland
City: Drogheda
Req ID: 506040

About Irish Cement

Irish Cement Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of CRH plc and has manufactured cement in Ireland for over 85 years. It operates two cement-manufacturing facilities, one situated in Platin, approximately 5km from Drogheda, Co. Louth and a second in Castlemungret, Co. Limerick. Production uses the most advanced, energy-efficient technology to create a range of high-quality cements to the highest Irish and International standards.

Position Overview:

Irish Cement Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of CRH plc and has manufactured cement in Ireland for over 85 years. It operates two cement-manufacturing facilities, one situated in Platin, approximately 5km from Drogheda, Co. Louth and a second in Castlemungret, Co. Limerick. Production uses the most advanced, energy-efficient technology to create a range of high-quality cements to the highest Irish and International standards.

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Irish Cement is offering a number of graduates the opportunity to join our three-year management development program.

Purpose :

This role involves working on large-scale projects dealing with plant maintenance and large-scale plant improvement projects.

Large Scale Plant Improvement Projects -
  • Involved in construction to installation of new machinery
  • Involvement in commissioning of projects.


Plant Maintenance
  • Involves working as part of the maintenance team
  • Planning major shutdowns/ overhauls
  • Responsible for a specific plant area during shutdowns
  • Responsible for directing contractors on specific jobs/projects (in the particular plant where s/he is assigned)
  • Improving plant availability, troubleshooting and successfully resolving maintenance issues in designated areas


Standards of Performance
  • Awareness of Health and Safety issues
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Autocad
  • Ability to take responsibility for and control large scale projects

Graduates will also take part in the CRH management development program, which will provide you with training and exposure to various sections of the business in order to develop technical, interpersonal, commercial and management skills. ( www.itpcement.com )

Ideal candidates will be aiming for a 1.1/minimum 2.1 honours degree. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills will be a distinct advantage.

Benefits
  • Competitive Salary
  • Pension Scheme with Employer contribution
  • Share Participation Scheme (Revenue Approved)
  • Paid Holidays (22 days)
  • Training & Development on the Graduate Development Programme for Leadership and Management and ITP-Cement/CRH.
  • Mentoring support & Performance Management
  • On-site Nurse and access to Company doctor
  • Company phone & laptop
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Subsidized canteen on site
  • Bike-to-Work Scheme


This vacancy provides an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to join the CRH group. CRH is a leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing 78,500 people at 3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions, CRH's unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies.

A Fortune 500 company, CRH's shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE. See www.crh.com for more information.

Visit www.irishcement.ie/careers for more information

Client-provided location(s): Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
Job ID: CRH_FGB-506040-en_GB
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Profit Sharing