At ABP we aim to hire the brightest and the best. People who are aligned with our values and are passionate about our industry. We are committed to developing our people, whether it be upskilling our employees across a diverse range of skills through our onsite training programs or nurturing the next generation of leaders through our graduate program. No matter what stage of their career our people are at, we empower them to take ownership of their roles.
ABP is one of Europe's leading privately owned agribusiness companies and is the largest beef processor in Ireland and the UK. The company also operates substantial renewable (Olleco), pet food (C&D), and protein divisions. ABP and its affiliates employ over 14,000 people and have over 50 manufacturing plants operating across nine countries. For more information, visit
Our Early Careers Programme is like no other. At ABP, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to picking the path for your future. Our inclusive far-reaching program encompasses the many different routes there are to success. It's not just about what education taught you, it's about being willing to take advantage of every opportunity you see.
We are looking for Engineering Graduate to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. You will receive in house training working closely with onsite Engineering Manager.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
* This engineering programme will give you opportunity to work with advanced food processing machinery with all the demands of a fast paced environment.
* You will work alongside highly skilled engineers striving to attain engineering excellence whilst eliminating waste and reducing costs.
* You will build on your current knowledge gained in your engineering degree and / or apprenticeship to continuously improve processes to exceed customer expectations.
* This is a factory based role with opportunity for managerial experience from a very early stage. You will take on responsibility and real time challenges through dynamic projects and people management.
* You will need a "can do attitude" and a passion for engineering.
* A positive approach will be essential along with excellent problem solving skills and an abundance of drive and determination.
Knowledge and Experience:
We're looking for Electrical, Mechanical or Process Engineering degrees, or a candidate with a full Engineering Apprenticeship demonstrating industrial experience relevant to the food industry.
Skills:
We also want someone who is;
* Passionate about food and has an appreciation for the complexities that come with a career in food
* Has strong problem solving skills
* An inquisitive nature
* An interest in new technologies
* Adaptable to change
* Highly computer literate
Candidate must be flexible to work on any ABP sites and have access to their own transport.