Application Deadline:30 November 2025Department:Operations and MaintenanceLocation:Ballycoolin Office, Rosemount Business Park, Ballycoolin Road, Dublin 11DescriptionAbout UsBreedon 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 asOne 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 Plant Operator to join our team at Ballycoolin.As a Plant Operator you will be responsible to operate 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…Adhere to and promote the highest level of safety standards whilst carrying out daily Health & Safety and Environmental InspectionsOperating the plant to produce various grades of emulsion.Testing of Bitumen Emulsion SamplesRecording Test ResultsCommunication of test results to Plant Manager/Technical Manager in a timely manner.Calibration of Laboratory and Plant EquipmentPlanning and ordering raw materials as per production requirementsTo undertake plant maintenance activitiesTo maintain plant and laboratory housekeeping standards.Supporting plant and lab housekeeping activitiesTo undertake any other reasonable duties as necessitated by your function.Be flexible to meet business needs when requiredWhat We Need From You…Experience driving a Shunter Truck an advantage, but not essential as training will be givenTelehandler ticket would be an advantage but not essential as training will be givenManual HandlingAbility to learn quickly and take ownership of workAble to work on own initiative and as part of a teamShow commitment and a positive attitude to workGood verbal and written English due to nature of the roleGood interpersonal skillsSome more important information…35 days per year (including bank holidays)A tailored, competitive salaryCompany pension schemeLife Assurance SchemeHoliday buy scheme1 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 AwardsEmployee Assistance Programme providing a wide range of health and wellbeing support 24/7Enhanced parental leave policyOption 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.Broad learning opportunities, training, and career progression pathways.Breedon Group is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer.