Graduate Programme - Construction

Lidl Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Flexible start and finish times

On-site gym and canteen

Up to 2 days remote work per week

Mobile and broadband discounts with 3

Job summary

Lidl Ireland is offering an 18-month Graduate Management Development Programme designed to develop future leaders across our store, distribution centres and offices in Ireland. The programme combines real-world experience with structured training and industry-leading modules to build leadership capabilities.

The role includes bespoke training plans, mentorship, and opportunities to work on high-impact projects, with up to 2 days remote work per week and a competitive salary of €45,500 per annum

Qualifications

• An expected or attained 2.1 Honours Level 8 degree
• Full driving licence is required
• Flexibility to travel or relocate within Ireland is required
• Motivation and drive
• Strong personal skills
• Work experience or experience abroad
• German is an advantage but not a necessity

Skills

Flexibility to travel/relocate

Full driving licence

Motivation and drive

Strong personal skills

German language (advantage)

Education

2.1 Honours Level 8 degree

Job description

Summary

From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl.

With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team.

Training and Development

At Lidl, your career isn’t just a job- it’s an investment. We’re big on growth, and we give you all the support, structure, and hands-on experience you need to level up both personally and professionally.

As the only City & Guilds/ILM Accredited Graduate Programme in Ireland, our 18-month Graduate Management Development Programme is built entirely around you.

What makes it different?

• Tailored To You: Enjoy a bespoke training plan mapped to your unique skills and long-term career goals.
• Real-World Experience: Get stuck into our stores and distribution centres to learn the heart of our business from the ground up.
• Blended Learning: Experience dynamic, structured on-the-job training combined with industry-leading modules.

We don't just hire graduates- we build future leaders. Ready to launch yours?

Construction

The Construction department in our head office is essentially responsible for how our store and warehouse buildings look and feel. The department defines exactly how stores should be built, how they should look and essentially how much they will cost. They handle several store building projects each year and support regional teams who build stores locally. Head Office Construction is also responsible for any new build or major project related to any of our regional distribution centres or our Dublin head office. This programme is designed for graduates or students in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil / Structural Engineering, Architecture, and Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Engineering.

What you’ll need

• An expected or attained 2.1 Honours Level 8 degree
• Full driving licence is required
• Flexibility to travel or relocate within Ireland is required
• Motivation and drive
• Strong personal skills
• Work experience or experience abroad
• German is an advantage but not a necessity

What you’ll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl

• €45,500 per annum pro rata
• 20 days holidays per annum pro rata
• Private employee medical insurance
• Flexible start and finish times
• City & Guilds/ILM assured programme
• Initial training and ongoing development from an experienced team member
• Responsibility for and involvement in projects with real business impact
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Bespoke training plan depending on current skills and career path
• One-to-one coaching available from a qualified coach in the business
• A vast array of training and development opportunities from our in-house training catalogue including Leadership Development Programmes
• Masterclasses with renowned business experts
• Director and graduate mentorship programme
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Up to 2 days remote working per week
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network
• Unlock a flex pot allowance to spend on a selection of benefits after 6 months of service

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.