Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Location: Roadstone Galway, Two Mile Ditch, Castlegar

Roadstone Graduate Programme 2027 Role: Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Reporting to: Operations Manager

Roadstone is the leading manufacturer and supplier of building materials in Ireland. Roadstone’s nationwide business includes the manufacture and distribution of a wide range of construction products including concrete, aggregates, asphalt and macadam, concrete blocks and paving products. Graduates are invited to apply for the position of Graduate Mechanical Engineer as part of the Operations Division based in one of the main Roadstone locations. The successful candidate will report to the Regional Operations Manager.

There are positions available throughout Ireland such as Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Mayo, Clare, Meath, Waterford. About The Role The candidate will have the following specific responsibilities:

• Learn & understand the operation and maintenance requirements of our mobile and fixed plant and equipment.
• Be involved in process projects that target sustainability or efficiency improvements.
• Involved in ensuring we maintain and progress our high health, safety and environmental standards.
• Co-ordinate and oversee maintenance operations under the guidance of location management.
• Ability to communicate information and plans effectively to both employees and contractors.

Candidates Should Ideally Possess

• A relevant third level Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar qualification.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• A clean driving licence will be required, as a company vehicle is supplied.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Proactive, organised, results driven and self-motivated.

Graduates will take part in our two-year graduate development programme, which will guide you through a semi-structured programme across various areas in our business in order to develop technical, interpersonal, commercial and management skills.

Benefits;

• Competitive Salary
• Pension Scheme with Employer contribution
• Share Participation Scheme (Revenue Approved)
• Paid Holidays (22 days)
• Training & Development Opportunities.
• One on One Mentoring programme
• Participation in Diploma in Professional Leadership and Competence provided by the Ibec Academy and accredited by TU Dublin in Year 1.
• Company vehicle, phone & laptop
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Product discount
• Bike-to-Work Scheme
• Paid Maternity/ Paternity Leave
• Health and Safety certification in Year 2 provided by the Ibec Academy and accredited by TU Dublin.

The successful candidate must be a highly motivated, self-directed individual with a desire for personal, Company and Group achievement.

Applications in writing or by email, including CV, to [email protected]

HR Operations Manager, Roadstone Limited, Fortunestown, Tallaght, Dublin 24

Closing date: close of business 9th of November 2026 About The Company Roadstone’s nationwide business includes the manufacture and distribution of a wide range of construction products including ready-mix concrete, aggregates, asphalt and macadam, mortar and plaster, concrete blocks and masonry, paving products, roof tiles and agricultural lime. We also provide an asphalt contracting service for commercial, domestic and local authority road projects. Our business leaders include internally developed operational managers, highly qualified professionals and owner-entrepreneurs who join the organisation as a result of acquisitions. The sustained expansion of CRH as a group, since its foundation in 1970, has created a wide range of career opportunities for ambitious and talented people throughout the world. Our decentralised structure and entrepreneurial environment is particularly suited to attracting, motivating and retaining talented, committed, enthusiastic and well-qualified people.

Company Culture Our company is committed to leadership and skills development at all levels of the organisation, encouraging and supporting the continuous professional development of its employees to achieve their potential. Our development philosophy involves leveraging challenging work assignments with targeted coaching and mentoring, augmented by formal training and education. Our Success is built on your Success Roadstone offers exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented, dedicated people. There’s no single type of person who succeeds in Roadstone. We are looking for people who have a passion for excellence and achieving results. You’ll need the ability to challenge and influence others, along with the capacity to adapt to new and different situations. The ability to build strong and effective relationships and to inspire and motivate others.

Required Criteria

• A relevant third level Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar qualification.
• Team player with a positive attitude
• A clean driving licence will be required, as a company vehicle is supplied.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills.
• Proactive, organised, results driven and self-motivated.

Closing Date Monday 9th November, 2026

Contract Type fulltime

Salary Based on Experience