Graduate Electrical Engineer

We are seeking to recruit a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Engineering Graduate to join our team

Northstone is the leading manufacturer and supplier of building materials in Northern Ireland. We are dedicated to providing unrivalled product quality, reliability, innovation, choice, sustainability and customer satisfaction.

We are committed to developing the early careers sector and offer graduates the opportunity to develop their expertise in a dynamic environment of mentorship, real world challenges and growth opportunities. 

We are seeking to recruit a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Engineering Graduate to join our team. The successful candidates will report to the Regional Operations Manager.

Graduates will take part in our two-year graduate development programme, to develop technical, interpersonal, commercial and management skills. Northstone’s 2025 Graduate Programme will commence at the beginning of September 2025.

What we offer:

• Hands-on experience.
• Engagement in a Professional Diploma in Leadership and Competence with the Ibec Academy, accredited by TU Dublin.
• One-on-one Mentorship Programme with senior leaders.
• Opportunity to develop technical and operational skills.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Learn & understand the operation and maintenance requirements of our mobile and fixed plant and equipment.
• Involved in process projects that target sustainability or efficiency improvements.
• Preparation of technical drawings and documentation.
• Ensure we maintain and progress our high health, safety and environmental standards.
• Co-ordinate and oversee maintenance and upgrade 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 Electrical / Building Services / Automation Engineering or similar qualification.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• A clean driving licence will be required.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, organised, results driven and self-motivated.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical codes and standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• An ability to operate to strict timelines/deadlines in order to produce results.
• Strong computer literacy skills. 
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar engineering packages desired, but not essential as Full training will be given.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Pension Scheme with Employer contribution
• Paid Holidays (34 days)
• Training & Development Opportunities
• Mentoring support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Family Friendly Policies

Applications in writing or by email, including CV, to hr@northstone-ni.com

Closing date: close of business on Friday 2^nd May 2025