Apprentice

Element Six; Shannon; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Six Ireland invites applicants to join its 2026 Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship, run with SOLAS and Irish institutes. The 3-year program blends on- and off-the-job training with the goal of earning a Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) in Manufacturing Engineering and joining Element Six as a qualified engineer.

Ideal candidates show commitment, maturity, flexibility, and strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills; fluency in English is essential, with eligibility to

Qualifications

• Must have Leaving Certificate with English and Mathematics at Grade O3 or higher and two other subjects.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, is required.
• Be aged 18 or older by 1st October 2026 and eligible to work in the EU.
• Pass colour vision test and medical assessment.
• Provide 2 verifiable references.
• Commit to a structured 3-year apprenticeship with Element Six and SOLAS, GMIT, TUS & MTU, starting November 2026.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Leaving Certificate – Level O3 or higher (English)

Leaving Certificate – Mathematics

Leaving Certificate – English

Two other Leaving Certificate subjects

Job description

Company Description

Element Six (E6), is a global leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond and tungsten carbide supermaterials. Part of the De Beers Group, our primary manufacturing sites are located in UK, Ireland, Germany, South Africa and the US.

Our mission

We put our customers first. Using our technological expertise and industrial leadership we deliver innovative solutions to achieve competitive advantage.

Our vision

With access to the most sophisticated R&D technology and the best minds in the business, the future is full of possibilities…

Employment Equity & Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to fostering a vibrant workplace culture that is inclusive and embraces our diversity, where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential, and thrive.

You can find out more about who we are and what we do on our website: e6.com/en/about/corporate-information

Job Description

We are proud to launch our 2026 Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship in conjunction with SOLAS, the Further Education & Training Authority in Ireland.

What to expect with the Apprenticeship Programme:

Our programme is a structured 3-year programme that is dynamic and progressive but also supportive of your learning. Students can expect a mix of 'on' and 'off’ the job' training as part of the apprenticeship programme with the end goal of becoming a fully qualified Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) Manufacturing Engineer with Element Six.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for candidates who are committed and motivated to our Apprenticeship programme. Successful candidates will have a technical and mechanical aptitude who also display maturity, commitment, flexibility, and a willingness to accept responsibility. Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills are also essential qualities we will be looking for in our apprentices.

Qualifications

• Aged 18 on or before the 1st October 2026.
• Willing and able to commit to a structured apprenticeship programme with Element Six in conjunction with SOLAS, GMIT, TUS & MTU for 3 years, commencing from November 2026.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Be physically fit and be able to pass a colour vision test and medical assessment.
• Eligible to live and work in the EU.
• Provide 2 verifiable references.

Minimum educational criteria:

You will also need to have already attained the following minimum educational qualifications:

• Grade O3 or higher at Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) in the following subjects:
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Plus any two other subjects

(Grade H7 or higher on Higher Level papers is also acceptable).