The Kirby Academy
The Kirby Academy is a centre of excellence dedicated to empowering our people at every level and in every role. We are committed to nurturing talent and unlocking potential to drive value across all our projects.
The Academy offers relevant, practical learning and development programmes for every stage of your career journey. From technical and functional expertise to leadership and behavioural skills, our courses are designed to ensure you feel empowered, supported, and equipped for success.
Continuous Professional Development
We believe in unlocking potential through lifelong learning. The Kirby Academy provides continuous training designed to empower our people by helping them:
• Build essential leadership capabilities to accelerate career progression.
• Refine expertise, master new skills, and stay ahead of industry innovations.
• Deepen their knowledge in specialised fields for greater impact.
Learning and Development
With over 60 years of excellence in mechanical and electrical engineering, Kirby is committed to developing people, enhancing performance, and delivering exceptional projects.
At the heart of this commitment is the Kirby Academy which is a driver of transformation across every level of our organisation.
We design customised, high-impact learning experiences, grounded in industry-leading knowledge and real-world expertise.
Whether you’re launching your career or advancing your capabilities, the Kirby Academy equips you with the tools to excel in:
• Leadership Development
• Technical Expertise
• Functional Excellence
• Personal and Behavioural Growth
• Environmental Health & Safety
• Quality Training
At Kirby, continuous learning drives success. Your growth starts here.
Investing In Our People
To Achieve Excellence
Why Work with Us?
At Kirby Academy, we champion excellence in every aspect of professional development.
Industry-Leading Education
Our high-quality learning programmes go beyond industry standards, providing the
knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic work environment.
World-Class Facilities
Our state-of-the-art training centre in Portlaoise features simulated work environments
that deliver immersive, hands-on learning experiences for craft workers and technical
professionals alike.
Comprehensive Support Services
We provide a holistic support system from academic guidance and career coaching to
mentoring and personalised development plans ensuring our people are supported at every stage of their journey.
At Kirby Academy, we don’t just teach — we transform careers.
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