At Astec, we believe in the power of connection and the importance of building long-lasting relationships with our employees, customers and the communities we call home. With a team more than 4,000 strong, our employees are our #1 advantage. We invest in skills training and provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along with the business. We offer programs that support physical safety, as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health and wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home.
Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new technology and data like never before.
We’re looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and build your career at Astec.The Project Graduate will support the Project Management team in the successful delivery of customer projects from order through to completion. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate to develop a career in project management within an engineering and manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, Quality and customers to coordinate project activities, track progress, resolve issues and support the successful delivery of projects. The role requires strong communication skills, a proactive approach, confidence working with people at all levels, and a willingness to learn and develop within the business.
Deliverables & Responsibilities
- Support Project Manager in the planning and execution of customer projects.
- Monitor project schedules, milestones and key deliverables.
- Assist in tracking project costs, risks, actions and progress updates.
- Liaise with Engineering, Production, Procurement and Quality teams to ensure project requirements are achieved.
- Attend project meetings and issue meeting minutes and action trackers.
- Support coordination of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), customer visits and project reviews.
- Analyse project data and prepare reports, dashboards and KPI updates.
- Assist in investigating project issues and identifying practical solutions.
- Maintain project documentation and ensure records are accurate and up to date.
- Support customer communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identify opportunities to improve project processes and business systems.
- Develop a strong understanding of Telestack products, manufacturing processes and project delivery requirements.
- Take ownership of assigned projects and responsibilities as experience develops.
About The Role
Education & Experience:
- Degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, Manufacturing, Information Technology or a related discipline.
- Placement or internship experience within an engineering, manufacturing or project environment would be beneficial.
- Strong interest in developing a career in project management.
Skills & Behaviours:
- Strong IT and systems capability with excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- Ability to learn new software systems and digital tools quickly.
- Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across departments and with customers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organised with good attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
- Positive and proactive attitude with a willingness to take ownership of tasks.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.
- Commercial awareness and a desire to understand how projects impact business performance.
- Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- Ability to challenge existing processes and suggest improvements where appropriate.
Our Culture and Values
Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.
- Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
- Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
- Respect for all individuals
- Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
- Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success
Travel Requirements: Minimal – occasional travel may be required for customer visits or training.
NOTE: This position responsible for certain internal control responsibilities. These internal control responsibilities are verbally communicated to the incumbent and periodic feedback is provided as it relates to the performance of these internal control responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in an office environment and occasionally a manufacturing shop plant environment. Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting or standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.
Required Criteria
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Degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, Manufacturing, Information Technology or a related discipline.
- Placement or internship experience within an engineering, manufacturing or project environment would be beneficial.
- Strong interest in developing a career in project management.
Desired Criteria
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Strong IT and systems capability with excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- Ability to learn new software systems and digital tools quickly.
- Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across departments and with customers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Highly organised with good attention to detail
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines
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Positive and proactive attitude with a willingness to take ownership of tasks.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.
- Commercial awareness and a desire to understand how projects impact business performance.
- Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- Ability to challenge existing processes and suggest improvements where appropriate.
Skills Needed
About The Company
The Telestack Story
Servicing the quarrying and aggregate, mining, port, and terminal sectors, Telestack design and manufacture their equipment from their headquarters in Omagh. Based across 2 nearby sites, Telestack have grown extensively in numbers and employ people across a range of disciplines from engineering (design, mechanical, electrical), manufacturing, fabrication, quality, supply chain, project management, aftermarket and product support, sales, marketing, finance, HR, IT and many more. In addition, their turnover has increased substantially in that short period, and they are now one of the key private employers in the locality.
Utilising industry-leading software and technologies, Telestack have a track record of firsts. Their engineering team have developed concepts that have changed the nature of the sectors in which they operate. Guided by industry best practice, Telestack boast all the benefits of a large corporate company whilst maintaining the culture and ethos of a local family operation! The Telestack solutions are world-renowned, and the brand is known, respected and sought-after, by large blue-chip companies globally.
Company Culture
Astec Omagh
Telestack was purchased in 2014 by Astec Industries – the >$1bn NASDAQ listed company who are one of America's leading manufacturers of equipment that build’s much of the world’s infrastructure. Astec boast world celebrated brands such as Peterson grinders, Kolberg-Pioneer, Johnson Crushers and Osborn mining products, combining their centuries of experience under the trusted Astec brand.
Astec is a market-leading brand supplying equipment to several industries that include the asphalt, concrete, recycling, aggregate, road building, and mining sectors. They have a strategic global focus and over the last number of years, they have invested millions in their Omagh based European facility. These investments are the foundation upon which the next phase of growth will be built upon and the team in Omagh are seeking the very best talent to join them in their journey!
Ready to grow your career with a company that values innovation, ambition, and personal growth?
Company Benefits
Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Free parking, Cycle to work, Free work laptop, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Employee Assistance Scheme, Perks Card, Social Opportunities, Annual performance review, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app
Salary
Not disclosed
