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EMPLOYING MORE THAN 300 APPRENTICES AND 150 GRADUATE ENGINEERS, THE COMPANY PROVIDES EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CAREERS IN MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING… Minister applauds Jones Engineering apprentices at WorldSkills
Jones Engineering’s success at national safety awards underscores its ongoing investment in training, behavioural safety programmes and monitoring systems that keep safety at the forefront of every project. Stephen McCabe, CEO of Jones Engineering, said, “Winning these awards in the same week is a powerful reflection of who we are as a company; one that invests in its people, prioritises safety and continuously strives for excellence. These recognitions belong to every member of the Jones team who contributes to our culture of learning, innovation and care.” Jones Engineering is a global leader in mechanical, electrical and fire protection engineering, project management and technical solutions. With over 4,500 employees from 50- plus nationalities across 19 countries, the company boasts a rich history spanning over 130 years. Operating in Ireland, the UK, the Nordics, Central Europe and the Middle East, Jones Engineering plays a crucial role in sectors including data centres, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, renewable energy, healthcare and commercial offices. Jones Engineering House, 83 Pembroke Road, Dublin D04 HN50 T: +353 (0)1 474 9800 www.joneseng.com “Winning these awards in the same week is a powerful reflection of who we are as a company; one that invests in its people, prioritises safety and continuously strives for excellence.”
Jones Engineering has congratulated apprentice and employee Luke Crowley on his outstanding performance at the WorldSkills Ireland Competition, held in the RDS Dublin over September 17-19. Luke, who qualified as an electrician in June, competed in the Industrial Control category, which tested competitors across four key disciplines: containment installation, wiring and panel building, PLC programming, and fault finding and diagnostics. His dedication and skill saw him advance through the preliminary rounds at Munster Technological University earlier this year, where he excelled in Industrial Automation. Out of the many entrants nationwide, Luke was among the five highest- scoring students to reach the final stage. His achievement is a testament to his commitment, technical ability and the strength of apprenticeship pathways in Ireland. During the event, Education Minister James Lawless visited the Jones Engineering stand, engaging with the team, discussing the innovative training pathways available and expressing his interest to visit its apprentice centre in Carlow. The visit highlighted Jones Engineering’s deep investment in apprenticeships and graduate programmes. With over 300 apprentices and more than 150
graduate engineers currently employed, the company continues to provide exceptional opportunities for early- career professionals to build rewarding futures in mechanical and electrical engineering. Carmel Walsh, Chief People Officer of Jones Engineering, said, “We are immensely proud of Luke’s success at WorldSkills Ireland. His journey reflects the quality of training, mentorship and talent development that continues to strengthen our sector. Competitions like WorldSkills showcase the best of Ireland’s young tradespeople, and Luke’s achievement demonstrates the bright future ahead for engineering and construction. WorldSkills Ireland highlights the importance of early career pathways such as apprenticeships in building the next generation of talent. For Jones Engineering, supporting initiatives that encourage young professionals to reach their potential is central to its mission of investing in people and strengthening the industry for the future. “The visit from Minister Lawless was a great recognition of the work being done by our apprentices and graduates. His support underlines the national importance of apprenticeship programmes in shaping the next generation of skilled professionals.”
L-R: Jamie Copps and Shawna Cahoon, electrical apprentices, Education Minister James Lawless, and Declan Quinn, Simon Watson and Carmel Walsh, Jones Engineering, are pictured at WorldSkills Ireland 2025.
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