Construction - Glanua Graduate Programme 2027 - 2029

Glanua; Loughrea; Hybrid; EUR 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company laptop

Company phone

22 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Glanua invites applications for a graduate programme designed to give you hands-on experience across office and site-based roles. You will work with experienced teams on live projects within the water and wastewater sector, rotating through departments and locations.

You will build knowledge in operations and business functions, supported by mentoring, with a competitive salary, an annual review cycle, and access to a company laptop and phone.

Qualifications

• Relevant bachelor’s degree or expected completion before programme.
• Interest in water and wastewater industry and sustainable infrastructure.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive approach, willingness to learn and flexibility to work across locations.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Full driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Previous internship, work placement or university project is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotations and support delivery of departmental, project and operational objectives.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders on live projects and day-to-day activities.
• Assist with research, analysis, reporting, record-keeping and process improvement.
• Follow health, safety, environmental, quality, sustainability, financial and organisational policies and procedures.
• Take ownership of your learning, maintain development records and apply feedback to grow professionally.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Problem-solving

Proactive learning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit.Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

The RoleAs a Graduate, you will work with experienced teams across Glanua, supporting live projects, operational activities and business functions. You will gain both office- and site-based experience, build an understanding of the municipal and industrial sectors, and take on greater responsibility as your knowledge, skills and confidence develop.Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate fully in each rotation and support the delivery of departmental, project and operational objectives.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across the business, contributing to live projects and day-to-day activities.
• Assist with research, analysis, reporting, record-keeping and process improvement within each assigned function.
• Follow all relevant health, safety, environmental, quality, sustainability, financial and organisational policies and procedures.
• Take ownership of your learning, maintain accurate development records and apply feedback to build your professional capabilities.

What We Are Looking For

• A relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, or expected completion before the programme begins.
• A genuine interest in the water and wastewater industry and in contributing to sustainable infrastructure and business operations.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach, willingness to learn and flexibility to work across office, site and rotation locations.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Both are essential due to project locations and programme travel requirements.
• Previous experience gained through an internship, work placement, summer role, volunteering or university project is beneficial but not essential.

What We Offer

• A structured two-year programme comprising one in-depth 12-month rotation and two additional six-month rotations.
• The potential opportunity to complete one six-month rotation in Portugal or the UK.
• Hands-on experience across significant water and wastewater projects, operational teams and business functions.
• Mentoring, structured learning and professional development support throughout the programme.
• A competitive graduate salary with annual reviews, a company laptop and phone, 22 days' annual leave plus applicable public holidays, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

• Sector: construction

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 0
• Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree) OR relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Problem Solving, Working on own Initiative
• Driving Licence: Full B