Job Description

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Job Summary

Kirby Group are seeking a motivated associate to join our Process and Performance Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across key areas such as business process management and improvement, data analysis, project management, and reporting, whilst playing a crucial role in advancing the company’s operational performance. This is a unique chance to develop a robust foundation for a career in business process and change management where your contributions will directly influence operational excellence and overall business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with business leaders to manage existing business processes, workflows and procedures.
• Evaluate business processes to identify inefficiencies, opportunities for improvement and implement recommended changes.
• Support portfolio management of improvement initiatives across the business.
• Collaborate with team members to develop critical business reports for senior management, leveraging data analytics tools and technologies to ensure accuracy and actionable insights.
• Support business change management activities.
• Assist business leaders with the planning and facilitation of workshops.
• Engage with team members and cross-functional teams to ensure process execution and compliance, whilst ensuring adherence to relevant Kirby Group and industry standards.
• Assist with the development of digital solution requirements and partner closely with IT teams and other relevant stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and implementation.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• 0-2 years industry or consulting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, IT or any related field.
• Masters’ qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Proficient with data analytics tools, including Power BI would be desirable.
• Ability to work within a team environment and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Pride in the quality and presentation of their work.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and passionate about their career and progression.

Benefits of Joining Kirby Group Engineering:

• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with ample opportunities for career advancement. We in Kirby Group, believe in promoting from within and supporting the professional development of our team members.
• Innovative Projects: Work on challenging and exciting projects that directly contribute to the on
• going success and growth of Kirby Group.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of talented and passionate professionals who are dedicated to quality and teamwork. We foster a culture of collaboration, where everyone’s ideas are valued.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: We offer a hybrid work model that allows you to balance your work and personal life effectively.
• Modern Workspace Facilities: Work in a modern office equipped with the latest technology and tools to support your creativity and productivity.

The above list of tasks, activities, responsibilities and accountabilities is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions will be regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post.

For more information on this position or other opportunities based in Ireland the UK or Europe contact the Talent Acquisition Team in Kirby Group confidentially on +353 (0)61 226 060 or apply in confidence.

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.