Installation Operative

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pump rental solutions company in the UK seeks a dedicated Installation Operative for their Leeds branch. This role involves performing pump installations and ensuring safety compliance on-site. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work under challenging conditions, with various health and safety qualifications being preferred.

Benefits

Medicash Scheme – medical expenses and online GP services

Pension scheme based on total earnings

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

3x annual salary life insurance (DIS)

Employee discount scheme

Increasing annual leave with long service

Qualifications

• Must be physically able due to role requirements.
• Full driving license (no more than 6 points) required.
• Willingness to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Carry out installations and deinstallations of pumps and associated equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Prioritize safety and stop installations if issues arise.

Skills

Effective team communication

Health & Safety focus

Adaptability in challenging situations

Education

Construction Skills CSCS card

Water Hygiene Card

Forklift truck operator certification

Job description

Job Description

Our BusinessSelwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products. Each customer and each project is unique, and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service. With an unrivalled depth of technical pumping expertise, a pedigree spanning seven decades, and employing a wide variety of skilled staff throughout our nationwide network of branches, our ever-growing business is one of the largest privately owned companies serving the Water, Environmental, and Construction industries.

About The Role

We’re looking for a dedicated and motivated Installation Operative to join our Installations Team at our Leeds branch.

This role involves working both at our branch yard and on-site for pump installations as needed.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Promote and exercise the company’s mission statement and core values to deliver a consistent approach to installations across the UK.
• Carry out installations and deinstallations of pumps, pipework, and associated equipment as directed by the Installation Supervisor.
• Assist drivers with loading and unloading vehicles, checking paperwork, missing items, damages, and fuel charges.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area on-site.
• Prioritize safety at all times, demonstrate confidence, knowledge, and experience to stop installations if safety issues arise, and inform your supervisor.

This role is subject to a safety-critical medical assessment.

Qualifications & Personal Attributes:

• Must be physically able due to the role requirements.
• Ability to work on construction sites and adapt to challenging situations.
• Effective team communication and support skills for timely project completion.
• Flexible working hours and availability to be ‘on call’.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home occasionally.
• Focus on Health & Safety, adhering strictly to guidelines.
• Full driving license (no more than 6 points).

Preferred (but not essential):

• Holder of a construction Skills CSCS card.
• Water Hygiene Card.
• Confined space trained.
• Forklift truck operator certification.
• Understanding of temporary/permanent pumping solutions.

This role requires willingness and ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, lone working, and with sewage.

What We Can Offer You

We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, so we’ve designed our benefits package to support you:

• Competitive salary & overtime opportunities with enhanced rates.
• Medicash Scheme – medical expenses, 24-hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships.
• Pension scheme based on total earnings.
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays.
• Increasing annual leave with long service.
• 3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS).
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, shops, holidays, and more).
• Employee referral scheme.

This role is not open to agencies. Please no calls or emails. Thank you.

Equality & Diversity Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. We value transparency, respect, and understanding. We consider all applicants fairly, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, belief, marriage, civil partnership, or maternity. We support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.