Application Deadline:
8 February 2026
Department:
Technical (Product Quality and Development)
Location:
Ballycoolin Office, Rosemount Business Park, Ballycoolin Road, Dublin 11
Description
About Us
Breedon is a leading construction and materials group in Ireland and Great Britain with a group turnover of c. £1.6 billion per annum. We operate 2 cement plants, over 100 quarries, 50 asphalt plants, 170 ready-mixed concrete plants, as well as a range of contract surfacing and other essential products to help our customers build the places where we all live, work, and play.
Our People are our passion, by working as
One Breedon
, with shared goals and a common purpose, we are making a material difference.
We are keeping it simple; we are making it happen, we are striving to improve, we are showing we care.
Overview
We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our team at Ballycoolin Depot.
As a Laboratory Technician you will be responsible for operating the plant to produce bitumen emulsion and the testing of emulsion samples whilst ensuring the highest level of quality and safety standards are adhered to.
More About What You Will Do…
* Operating the plant to produce various grades of emulsion.
* To sample and test Bitumen Emulsion Samples
* To sample and test aggregate, asphalt and bituminous binders
* To record sample details on test record sheets and laboratory software.
* To undertake daily laboratory equipment checks
* To calibrate Laboratory and Plant Equipment
* To maintain a safe and tidy workspace and ensure the efficient running of the laboratory
* To maintain quality standards by following Company and accrediting bodies quality procedures and protocol.
* To prepare for inspections from independent accrediting bodies
* Monitoring raw materials as per production and testing requirements
* To support plant maintenance activities
* To undertake any other reasonable duties as necessitated by your function.
* Be available for shift work and flexibility of working hours will be required from time to time.
What We Need From You…
* Hold a full driving licence
* Be willing to learn new skills associated with plant production and maintenance
* Experience in Process or Manufacturing Industries an advantage
* Have previous experience in sampling and testing of construction materials or transferable skills from other employment types (as full training will be provided)
* Familiar with ISO 9001 Quality Management System
* Ability to learn quickly and take ownership of work.
* Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
* Have the physical ability to carry out sampling and handling of bulky or hot materials
* Have the capacity to operate mechanical equipment
Some important information…
* 35 days per year annual leave (including bank holidays)
* A tailored, competitive salary
* Company pension scheme
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Holiday buy scheme
* Access to Online GP
* 1 day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice (fully paid) and fund-matching up to £200 for charitable events
* Make a Material Difference Awards
* Employee Assistance Programme providing a wide range of health and wellbeing support 24/7
* Enhanced parental leave policy
* Option to participate in our ShareSave scheme
* Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands
* Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
* Broad learning opportunities, training, and career progression pathways
* If you're cycling, we've got you covered on the Bike to Work scheme
Breedon Group is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer