Machine Operative – Paving Production Plant

About the role

Join Ireland's leading independent manufacturer of concrete and bituminous construction materials as a Machine Operative at our Paving Production Plant in Dunboyne. You will work on a rotating shift pattern, operating automated equipment and supporting the safe, efficient production of high‑quality paving products.

Key responsibilities

• Lead by example on Health & Safety, complying with all company policies and reporting hazards.
• Maintain quality control standards and ensure production outputs meet specifications.
• Operate and monitor the automated production plant, adjusting process parameters as required.
• Perform general cleaning and housekeeping to keep the plant tidy.
• Operate forklift and grab trucks (training provided) to move materials, load product into stock bays and onto customer trucks.
• Label products correctly and assist with loading shovels when needed.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by management.

Required profile

• Desirable experience with production and automated equipment.
• Desirable mobile plant qualification or similar experience.
• Commitment to health and safety and quality standards.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts (6 am‑6 pm / 6 pm‑6 am).

Required skills

• Forklift operation
• Grab‑truck operation
• Automated production plant operation
• Mobile plant handling (desirable)

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• Annual attendance bonus
• Overtime pay and shift allowance
• 21 days annual leave plus sick pay
• Auto‑enrollment in My Future Fund
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Further education, training and career progression opportunities