Civil Engineering Placement Student

Civil Engineering Placement Student

Final date to receive applications: 4 January 2026

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Temple Quarry, 26 Ballycarngannon Road, Lisburn, Co. Antrim

Breedon 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 as One 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.

We are currently seeking a Civil Engineering Placement Student to join our team.

As a Civil Engineering Placement Student, you will have a structured, mentored training programme which provides an insight into our business whilst you will gain valuable experience of Civil Engineering in line with your studies.

• Preparing and communicating Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Toolbox Talks
• Maintaining site records and quality documents (cost, time and safety)
• Managing and setting out activities whilst gaining experience of survey instruments
• Liaising with and supervising other site staff and operatives ensuring work is carried out in a safe manner
• Control and determine quantities of materials against project plans
• Carry out short‑term planning
• Supporting Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality compliance requirements
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties as required

• Working towards a Civil Engineering degree
• An enthusiastic, engaging attitude and an eagerness to learn
• A flexible approach to work and the ability to adapt to change
• A team‑focus with the ability to communicate and build relationships with people at all levels
• A driven, self‑motivated attitude, with the ability to work on your own initiative.
• An ability to form positive working relationships within the team and across all departments
• A full UK driving licence to fulfil the duties of the role

• Opportunity to put theoretical and academic knowledge into a practical setting through working with professional employees on live Civil Engineering projects
• Develop best practice knowledge in Civil Engineering and Construction Methodology
• Experience in Pavement Construction, Temporary works, Traffic Management, Earthworks, Structures, Drainage, Utilities and Accommodation Works
• Experience with Survey equipment, Levelling, GPS and Total Station
• Working knowledge of in‑house manufactured materials including Asphalts, Concrete and Aggregates
• Experience material testing
• Develop relationships within the Civil Engineering and Construction Industry

• 33 days per year (including bank holidays)
• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Holiday buy scheme
• 1 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 Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme providing a wide range of health and wellbeing support 24/7
• Enhanced parental leave policy
• Option to participate in our Share Save scheme
• Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high‑street shops and brands
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
• Broad learning opportunities, training, and career progression pathways.

Breedon Group is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer.