Graduate Electrical Engineer

Country: Ireland 
City: Drogheda 
Req ID: 505902

About Irish Cement

Irish Cement Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of CRH plc and has manufactured cement in Ireland for over 85 years. It operates two cement-manufacturing facilities, one situated in Platin, approximately 5km from Drogheda, Co. Louth and a second in Castlemungret, Co. Limerick. Production uses the most advanced, energy-efficient technology to create a range of high-quality cements to the highest Irish and International standards.

Irish Cement is offering a number of graduates the opportunity to join our three-year management development program. Based initially in our Drogheda location.

Purpose:

This role involves working on large-scale projects dealing with plant maintenance and large-scale plant improvement projects.

Large Scale Plant Improvement Projects:

• Involved in design and installation of electrical infrastructure required for new equipment
• Involvement in commissioning of projects.
• Design of 6 kV Medium Voltage networks and Motors, Low Voltage networks and Motors, Instrumentation and Control Systems

Other Duties:

• Troubleshooting of electrical issues on site
• Assisting in management of Electrical Preventative Maintenance system
• Planning major shutdowns/ overhauls and responsible for specific projects during shutdowns
• Responsible for directing contractors on specific jobs/projects
• Improving plant availability, troubleshooting and successfully resolving electrical issues in designated areas
• Involvement in development of the electrical documentation and drawings system on site
• Draughting and review of electrical schematics

Standards of Performance:

• Awareness of Health and Safety issues
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Autocad
• Ability to take responsibility for and control large scale projects

Graduates will also take part in the CRH management development program, which will provide you with training and exposure to various sections of the business in order to develop technical, interpersonal, commercial and management skills. (www.itpcement.com)

Ideal candidates will be aiming for a 1.1/minimum 2.1 honours degree. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills will be a distinct advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Pension Scheme with Employer contribution after 6 months
• Share Participation Scheme (Revenue Approved)
• Paid Holidays (22 days)
• Training & Development on the Graduate Development Programme for Leadership and Management and ITP-Cement/CRH.
• Mentoring support & Performance Management
• Company phone & laptop
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Subsidised canteen on site
• Bike-to-Work Scheme

This vacancy provides an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to join the CRH group. CRH is a leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing 78,500 people at 3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies.

A Fortune 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE. See www.crh.com for more information.

Visit www.irishcement.ie/careers for more information