2026 Europe Engineering Graduate Programme - Kerry Dairy Ireland

Engineering Graduate 

Start Date: September 2026 

Contract: full time; permanent

Locations: Charleville, Listowel, Newmarket

At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we’re proud of our heritage and passionate about our future. As a leading provider of dairy solutions across Ireland and Europe, we’re committed to nourishing lives through quality, sustainability, and innovation. We’re looking for ambitious graduates who want to make a real impact in a business that blends tradition with transformation. 

This is a permanent, full-time role that begins with a structured 12-month graduate programme. You’ll gain hands-on experience in one of our core business areas while contributing to real projects from day one. You’ll build deep functional expertise in your chosen area, supported by experienced mentors and a close-knit graduate community. 

If you’re curious, collaborative, and ready to grow your career in a purpose-driven environment, Kerry Dairy Ireland is the place to start. 

Our Engineering Programme 

Engineering is at the heart of Kerry Dairy Ireland’s operations. From milk intake to final product packaging, our engineers ensure that every step of our vertically integrated value chain runs safely, efficiently, and sustainably. With over 50 years of dairy processing expertise and a portfolio of leading brands, our engineering teams play a vital role in shaping the future of dairy.  

What You Might Be Doing 

Your responsibilities may include: 
 

• Support plant operations and troubleshoot equipment issues to ensure smooth production. 

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and process optimisation. 

• Collaborate with teams across supply chain, quality, and health & safety to deliver cross-functional solutions. 

• Assist in the implementation of new technologies and automation systems. 

• Participate in capital projects, including equipment upgrades and facility enhancements. 

• Apply lean manufacturing principles and data-driven decision-making to improve performance. 

• Gain exposure to dairy-specific technologies and processes, from pasteurisation to cheese production. 

• Building a strong understanding of Kerry Dairy Ireland’s product portfolio and its application across retail and foodservice channels. 

 
Do you have what it takes?  
 

• You’re on track for a degree in engineering or a related discipline 

• You’re ambitious, curious, and can’t wait to put your talents into action.   

• You’re open minded, agile, and willing to embrace opportunities.    

• You’re a recent or soon-to-be graduate.   

• You’re fluent in English  

• You’re eligible to permanently work in Ireland   

• Flexibility to work across different sites and functions 

Submit your application only for the program of your interest. Any multiple applications will be withdrawn. 

Discover Your Future with Kerry Dairy Ireland  

Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial retail presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.  

With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers.    

Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.   

Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 28 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett.  

Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.