Road Surface Technology Apprenticeship Cork

Road Surface Technology Apprenticeship Cork

Application Deadline: 12 August 2026

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Ballycoolin Office, Rosemount Business Park, Ballycoolin Road, Dublin 11

Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Ireland's leading road surfacing contractors as a Road Surfacing Technology Supervisor Apprentice. Working alongside experienced surfacing professionals, you will gain practical, hands-on experience while completing the new SOLAS and TUS Midlands Road Surfacing Technology Apprenticeship.

This role is ideal for someone who is motivated, enjoys working outdoors, and wants to build a long-term career in construction management and road surfacing.

Key Responsibilities

As part of your apprenticeship, you will learn how to supervise road surfacing operations from planning through to completion, including:

• Assist with pre-start site visits and planning.
• Prepare jobs before works commence.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors.
• Order asphalt and other materials required for projects.
• Supervise surfacing crews on site.
• Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to specification.
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety.
• Carry out quality inspections and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Monitor productivity and programme performance.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities and contract managers.
• Complete GPS measurements of completed works.
• Prepare site records and documentation.
• Submit completed measurements and paperwork to Contract Managers for payment processing.
• Attend apprenticeship training and complete all academic requirements through SOLAS and TUS Midlands.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

The successful candidate will have:

• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and willingness to take responsibility.
• An interest in construction, engineering or road surfacing.
• Good IT skills (or willingness to learn).
• Full driving licence (or working towards obtaining one) would be advantageous.

Job Benefits

We offer an excellent package including:

• Competitive apprentice salary.
• Company van.
• Company laptop.
• Mobile phone.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual leave and company benefits.
• Structured mentoring from experienced industry professionals.
• Fully supported SOLAS and TUS Midlands apprenticeship programme.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within Breedon Surfacing Solutions Ireland.
• Opportunity to develop into a Surfacing Supervisor, Contracts Manager or other senior management roles.