Civil Engineering Apprentices

P&D Lydon are seeking Civil Engineering Apprentices to join our team.

P&D Lydon is one of Ireland’s most progressive civil engineering contractors with a comprehensive fleet of modern construction plant and equipment. Our projects span many different sectors including Roads and Infrastructure, Utilities, Rail, Marine, Water and Wastewater Management mainly for Local Authorities and State Bodies. We have opportunities in the West of Ireland across various projects.

An apprenticeship is a full-time programme that combines work-based learning with a formal training programme. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will work as a full- time member of staff with P&D Lydon, who will release you to attend the structured training program with the training provider, under the 'earn as you learn' approach.

The learning component will be delivered through Atlantic Technological University, who act as the co-ordinating provider for Civil Engineering Apprenticeships in Ireland. The academic modules will be delivered online one day per week, with one day per month requiring attendance on the ATU Sligo campus to facilitate laboratory work and face to face tuition.

Those who successfully achieve all programme elements will attain an Ordinary Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ).

This 3-year programme, in conjunction with Atlantic Technological University, involves both on-the job and off the job training. Apprentices will work on site with our teams and will be released to attend ATU Sligo to complete labs/workshops. Apprentices are required to attend ATU Sligo for the first week of each semester and once a month to complete labs/workshops. Lectures are delivered online one day per week.

P&D Lydon will offer:

• Practical industry experience with experienced professionals
• Exposure to live civil engineering and construction projects
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements to support academic commitments
• Potential future graduate opportunities within the company

Successful completion of the programme requires full attendance at all scheduled training sessions and attainment of all required certifications.

Location: Wester Region - Galway/Mayo/Limerick