About The RoleHere at Kerry Dairy Ireland Listowel, we have the opportunity for a mechanical and an electrical apprentice to join our team. This 4-year program offers a mix of college-based learning and hands-on experience with skilled craftspeople. If you're midway through your apprenticeship, we want to hear from you tooUpon completion, apprentices receive a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft in Electrical or Mechanical. To thrive in this role, candidates must demonstrate good work standards, teamwork skills, and a commitment to safety.The program is run by Solas. Further information can be found on *What will I be doing?*Maintaining the highest quality works standards.Learn on the job and apply yourself when released for college. You must pass the relevant exams in each block release to remain in the role.Working with the team to ensure we deliver high quality safety standards, which exceed expectation.Assisting the Maintenance team so they meet their scheduled works.Other work as assigned to support projects and / or customer expectationsQualifications And SkillsLeaving certificate including Maths (with at least a grade C3 in Ordinary Level Maths)Previous Working Experience Preferred.Will require safepass and manual handling certificate (provided by Company).Needs to pass Colour-blindness test to be accepted by Solas for either programPersonal SkillsPlan and organiseCommunicate effectivelySolve problemsWork independently and as part of a teamShow a positive attitudeRecognise the need for good customer relationsDemonstrate good work practices including time keeping, tidiness, responsibility, quality awareness and safety awarenessAbout Kerry Dairy IrelandKerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial retail presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.With over 50 years' experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiate our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers.Our dairy comes from some of the world's richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 28 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett.Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.