Human Resource Graduate
Human Resource Graduate
Roadstone Graduate Programme 2027
Role: Human Resources Graduate
Reporting to: Human Resources Operations Manager
Commencement: September 2027
Roadstone is the leading manufacturer and supplier of building materials in Ireland. We are dedicated to providing unrivalled product quality, reliability, innovation, choice, sustainability and customer satisfaction.
We are committed to developing Ireland’s early careers sector and offer graduates the opportunity to develop their expertise in a dynamic environment of mentorship, real world challenges and growth opportunities.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resource Graduate to join our team. This programme offers valuable hands-on experience in recruitment, inclusion, diversity and wellbeing promotion, involved in pay and remuneration as well as experience in employee and industrial relations. Successful candidates will be closely working with the Human Resources team and key people around our Roadstone Locations and will gain a rich understanding of human resources in a progressive and ambitious market leading company.
Graduates will take part in our two-year graduate development programme, which will guide you through a semi-structured programme across various areas in our business in order to develop technical, interpersonal, commercial and management skills. Roadstone’s 2027 Graduate Programme will commence the beginning of September 2027.
About this role
What we offer:
· Ownership and responsibility from Day One.
· Engagement in a Professional Diploma in Leadership and Competence with the Ibec Academy, accredited by TU Dublin.
· One-on-one Mentorship Programme with senior leaders.
· Opportunity to develop technical and operational skills.
· Health & Safety Certificate with the Ibec Academy, accredited by TU Dublin.
Benefits:
• Competitive Salary
• Pension Scheme with Employer contribution
• Share Participation Scheme (Revenue Approved)
• Paid Holidays (22 days)
• Training & Development Opportunities.
• Mentoring support & performance management
• Free Parking
• Company phone & laptop
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Product discount
• Bike-to-Work Scheme
• Paid Maternity/ Paternity Leave
Key areas of responsibility
Recruitment
· Coordination of the recruitment and selection process for open roles across the business, including the drafting of job specifications, participating in the interview process and providing feedback to candidates.
· Recruitment of the Graduate Programme including attending University Career fairs.
· Recruitment of the Apprenticeship Programme.
Administration
· Effective management of onboarding and inducting new employees
· Effective management of administration relating to probation periods, performance management, mentoring programmes and other training and development programmes.
· Maintenance of HR database and admin on systems along with employee files.
· Implementation and maintenance of employee policies and procedures.
Industrial Relations
· Keeping up to date with Employee Relations laws and regulations
· Scheduling meetings and note-taking at such meetings when required.
Project work
· Organising and implementing wellbeing and inclusion and diversity initiatives across the business
· Organising and participating in initiatives aligned with our corporate social responsibility commitments.
· Other project work as required.
Candidates should possess:
· Full clean Irish driving licence
· Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources, business or relevant discipline (CIPD).
· Team player with a positive attitude.
· Excellent attention to detail
· Excellent interpersonal skills.
· Proactive, organised, results driven and self-motivated.
· Strong problem-solving skills.
· Solution orientated mindset.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
· An ability to operate to strict timelines/deadlines in order to produce results.
· Relevant HR/People experience is advantageous.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office.
The successful candidate must be a highly motivated, self-directed individual with a desire for personal, Company and Group achievement.
Applications in writing or by email, including CV and subject heading “HR Graduate Vacancy”, to careers@roadstone.ie, HR Operations Manager, Roadstone Limited, Fortunestown, Tallaght, Dublin 24
