Graduate Programme

Graduate Programme

Our bespoke Graduate Programme will allow you to grow professionally and develop skills to assist you in delivering of high quality Mechanical and Electrical Projects. You will work alongside a diverse, supportive team of electro-mechanical experts to gain experience in Industry’s including Pharmaceutical, Blue Chip companies, Water and Waste Water.

Our Graduate Programme is open to Graduates of Electrical, Mechanical, Mechanical and Manufacturing, and Process Engineering. Our Programme is best suited to those who are willing to live our culture, and our company values, while exceeding expectations.

Programme Length:

2 years (Duration is split between the Engineering Department, and Workshop Department)

Essential Requirements:

✔ 2.1 in relevant Engineering Diploma/ Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Mechanical, Electrical, Process or Industrial Engineering.

✔ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen interest in industrial maintenance and reliability.

✔ Strong interpersonal and organisational skills – Adaptable and flexible, solution driven.
✔ Knowledge of LEAN methodologies and process optimisation is an advantage.
✔ Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a hands-on approach to learning.
✔ Proficiency in data analysis and high efficiency in Microsoft Office & related software tools. Ability to produce high quality, informative reports is key.

✔ Excellent Time Management and Prioritisation Skills are essential.

You will learn through:

  1. Hands-on responsibility for projects with support from your fellow colleagues and managers.
  2. Formal and Informal technical training on repair, install, maintenance and supply of electro-mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes etc.

Why complete your Graduate Programme at Avonmore Electrical?

Established in 1958, Avonmore Electrical is a proud, family-owned business with over 100 dedicated staff across our Cork and Dublin offices. We specialise in the Repair, Supply, Installation, and Maintenance of Electro-Mechanical equipment, offering both in-house and on-site solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of our valued customers.

We are a leading, multi-disciplined, electro-mechanical company. Coupling state-of-the-art facilities with a long serving and loyal workforce, we are passionate about offering superior products and services to a diverse range of industrial sectors. Ranging from Water/Wastewater Treatment works with local authorities, pharmaceuticals, dairies etc., to serving the AC/DC motor repair needs of industries such as the manufacturing, food & power generation. Our aim is to Keep Industry Running.

Employing the latest technologies and methods, our Workshop boasts an exceptional offering which includes;

At Avonmore, our mission is clear: Keep Industry Running. This drives every decision we make and every service we deliver. Our success is built on a foundation of trust, collaboration, and innovation. We partner closely with customers across industries to solve complex equipment challenges, ensuring their operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Our core values guide us daily:

  • Safe Space: A culture of psychological safety empowers everyone to contribute their best.
  • Learning Every Day: Innovation and growth come from curiosity and continuous learning.
  • Better Together: Collaboration and teamwork help us serve our customers better.
  • Quality of Work: Continuous improvement is at the heart of what we do.
  • Customer Satisfaction: We strive to exceed expectations with personalized service.

 

Avonmore Employer Value Proposition

Work Environment:

At Avonmore Electrical, we are dedicated to providing a Safe Space that upholds our values of Learning Every Day and working Better Together. This focus enables us to continually improve the Quality of Our Work, ensuring Customer Satisfaction while staying true to our mission: *Keep Industry Running*

How We Do Things:

We embrace an open-door culture where every employee’s voice is valued within a progressive learning environment. Guided by our value of Learning Every Day, we thrive by working Better Together. Our friendly and inclusive atmosphere encourages open engagement, fostering opportunities for growth and empowering everyone to make meaningful contributions to our shared success.

Avonmore Knowledge Vault:

We believe in the power of Learning Every Day and fostering a Better Together mindset. The Avonmore Knowledge Vault is our dedicated resource hub, designed to empower employees with the tools, insights, and expertise needed to excel in their roles. These include In-house and on-site training opportunities, Opportunities to work with and learn from those with over 45 years industry experience, Apprenticeship training courses from Solas and EASA, Formal and Informal training courses.

Compensation:

Progressive Rates: Our pay scales are structured to reward experience and expertise, offering competitive rates that reflect individual growth and contributions.

Apprentice Rates: We proudly exceed the SOLAS recommended rates, ensuring apprentices are fairly compensated as they develop their skills and advance their careers with us.

Benefits:

We go beyond the basics, aligning our offerings with our cover values, ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and equipped for success:

  • Gain Share Initiative (if we profit, you profit)
  • Staff Days
  • Career Progression
  • Company Sick Policy
  • Death in Service Benefit (4xSalary, company sponsored)*
  • Flexible hours**
  • Subsistence Allowance**
  • Quarterly All Staff Meetings