Construction - Glanua Mechanical Engineering Graduate Programme 2027 - 2029

Glanua; Loughrea; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Glanua is seeking graduates for its Mechanical Engineering Graduate Programme 2027–2029 in Ireland, offering rotations across departments and hands-on experience on live projects.

You will work in both office and site environments, building expertise in the municipal and industrial sectors and taking on increasing responsibility as you learn.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or expected completion before programme begins.
• Interest in water and wastewater industry and sustainable infrastructure.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and flexibility to work across office, site and rotation locations.
• Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Full driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Rotate across departments and support project delivery.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders on live projects.
• Assist with research, analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
• Follow health, safety, quality, sustainability and policies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Proactive learner

Education

Bachelor's degree or Level 7 in ME

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Construction - Glanua Mechanical Engineering Graduate Programme 2027 - 2029

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 Role As 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.

• Sector: construction

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

• Essential
• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 0
• Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree)OR bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, or expected completion in Mechanical Engineering

• Desirable
• Ability Skills: Communications, Skilled Trade(s)
• Competency Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork
• Driving Licence: Full B