Mobile Fitter

Selwood Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pump rental solutions company in the UK is seeking a Mobile Fitter for its Bristol location. This role involves maintaining diesel engines and pumps, including site visits and workshop work. The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience, have a passion for learning, and a full UK driving license. This position offers competitive salary, enhanced overtime pay, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced overtime pay

Medicash Scheme

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Employee assistance programme

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of working with engines or mechanics.
• Ability to resolve underlying issues.
• Experience in plant environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diesel engine and pump maintenance safely.
• Participate in call-out rota duties.
• Complete daily vehicle defect reports.

Skills

NVQ level 3 in Mechanical engineering or equivalent

Experience with engines or mechanical engineering background

Willingness to learn

Full UK driving license

Job description

About Selwood

Selwood 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.

This is an exciting time to join Selwood as we drive our business forward and build on a foundation of over 70 years’ success within our industry. We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain, and motivate them.

About the Role

We are looking for a Mobile Fitter to join the fantastic team at our London branch, based out of Bristol. This role will be responsible for carrying out diesel engine and pump maintenance on customers' sites and in the branch workshop.

Due to the nature of our branch operations this role will involve being part of a call‑out rota, which has a standby allowance plus excellent overtime payment.

Responsibilities

• You will be required to work safely as a priority and a knowledge of PPE requirements is critical.
• Be able to communicate accurately with work colleagues and customers alike.
• Ensure that you obtain signatures and names from sites to ensure the smooth processing of tasks.
• Keep a good standard of housekeeping ensuring work areas and vehicles are kept in good order and clean.
• You will be required to complete daily vehicle defect reports to always ensure safety.
• Be able to carry out all given tasks as set out by given instructions or as per relevant training within a timely manner.
• Show understanding of company policies and procedures.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for someone who has a real passion and willingness to learn, what you'll get from us in return is great long term career opportunities within the niche pump industry.

• NVQ level 3 in Mechanical engineering (or other relevant qualifications) or equivalent work experience.
• Previous demonstratable experience of working with engines or a mechanical engineering background, with the ability to understand underlying issues and how to resolve them.
• Experience of working in a plant environment, on site with customers and in a workshop would be beneficial.
• Able to listen, take on board information, and be able to translate this into practical solutions.
• Demonstrate a willingness to grow within the role, be open to training opportunities, learning new skills, and be committed to developing upon the knowledge you already have.
• Full UK driving license (with 6 points or less), as this role will involve attending site visits and breakdowns.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced overtime pay (for additional hours and call‑outs)
• Medicash Scheme - medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services)
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service
• Support for development and training
• Employee assistance programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
• Employee referral scheme

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

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.