Construction Plant Fitting Apprenticeship

Construction Plant Fitting Apprenticeship Boliden Tara Mines

Build a skilled future-ready career with support purpose and real opportunities to grow.

At Boliden Tara Mines we provide the metals essential to improve society for generations to come.
We are guided by our values of Care Courage and Responsibility and by our ambition to be the most climate-friendly and respected metal provider in the world.

If you enjoy problem solving technology and learning how complex systems work - this apprenticeship could be for you.

Thinking about your next step

A Construction Plant Fitting Apprenticeship at Tara Mines offers a practical structured way to earn while you learn gain a nationally recognised qualification and build skills that are in demand across many industries. On successful completion apprentices will achieve a QQI Advanced Certificate Level 6 a nationally recognised qualification valued across multiple industries.

You dont need previous experience - we provide training mentoring and support from day one.

What youll learn and do

Construction Plant Fitters support with the maintenance and reliability of mobile plant and equipment used across our mining operations. With guidance from experienced mentors youll learn how these machines operate and why safety quality and teamwork are critical in everything we do.

During your apprenticeship youll be supported to learn how to:

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mobile plant and equipment

• Perform routine servicing and preventative maintenance to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently

• Complete inspections and safety checks in line with mining regulations and site standards

• Use modern maintenance systems and technology including the CMMS system (Maximo)

• Develop strong problemsolving skills through proactive faultfinding and repair activities

Your support and development

Boliden Tara Mines offers worldclass technical training along with competitive pay and excellent rewards as you progress and develop your skills.

You will be part of a safety-focused inclusive team supported by experienced and qualified craftspeople who will:

• Coach and guide you throughout your apprenticeship

• Help you build confidence in your technical skills

• Encourage questions and continuous learning

We take pride in creating an environment where apprentices feel supported respected and safe to learn.

Entry requirements

• Aged 18 years or over

• Leaving Certificate with a minimum of five passes at Ordinary Level including English and Maths

Skills and qualities we look for

• Curiosity and interest in how things work

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Willingness to learn and ask questions

• A positive proactive approach

• An interest in technology engineering or problem solving

Practical details

• 39 hours per week Monday to Friday

• Some flexibility required in line with operational needs

• A structured apprenticeship combining on-the-job learning with off-site training

Opportunities within the wider Boliden Group

An apprenticeship with Boliden Tara Mines offers more than a qualification its the start of a longterm career. Graduates can grow onsite and across the wider Boliden Group with skills valued nationally and internationally.

Inclusion matters to us

At Boliden Tara Mines we are committed to a workplace where women and men feel welcome supported and confident to succeed.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds including people who may not have previously considered a career in Electrical Instrumentation

If youre interested but unsure whether you meet all the requirements we still encourage you to apply.

If this career path interests you we welcome your application.

Closing date: 19 June 2026

If this opportunity interests you we welcome your application via Boliden Careers.

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