Job Description
Northstone is the leading manufacturer and supplier of building materials in Northern Ireland. We are dedicated to providing unrivalled product quality, reliability, innovation, choice, sustainability and customer satisfaction.
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We are committed to developing the early careers sector and offer graduates the opportunity to develop their expertise in a dynamic environment of mentorship, real-world challenges and growth opportunities.
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Graduates will take part in our two-year graduate development programme to develop technical, interpersonal, commercial and management skills. Northstone’s 2026 Graduate Programme will commence at the beginning of September 2026.
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What we offer:
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· Hands-on experience in a real-world business operation.
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· Engagement in a Professional Diploma in Leadership and Competence with the IBEC Academy, accredited by TU Dublin.
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· One-on-one Mentorship Programme with senior leaders.
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· Opportunity to develop technical and operational skills.
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Key areas of responsibility:
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- Analyse business problems: Research and assess how a business operates, considering people, processes, and technology to identify inefficiencies or areas for improvement.
- Gather requirements: Interview stakeholders, conduct workshops, and use other techniques to understand and document business needs.
- Propose solutions: Develop and present recommendations for improvements, detailing the potential costs, benefits, and risks of proposed changes.
- Document processes: Create clear and detailed documentation of current and future business processes.
- Support implementation: Assist with the transition to new solutions by overseeing testing, conducting quality checks, and supporting staff through the change.
- Communicate with stakeholders: Act as a key point of contact across departments, presenting findings and ensuring solutions meet business objectives.
- Develop and implement Lean Manufacturing methodologies: Assist operations and logistics in continuous improvement.
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Candidates should possess:
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· A relevant third-level qualification in Business Management or similar qualification.
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· Team player with a positive attitude.
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· A clean driving licence.
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· Proactive, organised, results-driven and self-motivated.
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· An ability to operate to strict timelines/deadlines in order to produce results.
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· Analytical skills: The ability to break down complex problems, analyse data, and identify trends.
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· Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
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· Problem-solving: Finding and recommending effective solutions to business challenges.
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· Technical proficiency: Competence with tools like the Microsoft Office Suite and specific analysis or process modelling software.
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· Interpersonal skills: Building relationships and influencing others to collaborate on acceptable solutions.
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· Documentation skills: The ability to produce clear, detailed, and accurate reports and documents.
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Benefits:
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· Competitive Salary
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· Pension Scheme with Employer contribution
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· Paid Holidays (34 days)
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· Training & Development Opportunities
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· Mentoring support
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· Employee Assistance Programme
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· Cycle-to-Work Scheme
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· Family Friendly Policies
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Applications in writing or by email, including CV, to HR@Northstone-ni.com
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