Mobile Mechanical Pump Engineer

The Workdry Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Enhanced overtime pay

Medicash Scheme

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Increasing annual leave with long‑term

Training & development

EAP & MH support

Employee discounts

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Selwood, part of the Workdry International Group, is recruiting a Mobile Fitter for our Bristol branch. You will maintain diesel engines and pumps on customer sites and in the branch workshop, working as part of a dedicated team.

The role involves being on a call-out rota with standby allowances and overtime payments. Applicants should have NVQ level 3 in mechanical engineering or equivalent and a background in engines or plant environments. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 in Mechanical engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience with engines or mechanical engineering background, able to diagnose issues
• Experience in a plant environment, on site with customers and in workshop beneficial
• Able to listen, take on board information and translate to practical solutions
• Willing to grow in the role, open to training and developing existing knowledge
• Full UK driving licence (6 points or less) required since site visits and breakdowns are involved

Responsibilities

• Work safely with emphasis on PPE requirements
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and customers
• Obtain signatures and names from sites to process tasks
• Keep vehicles and work areas tidy and safe
• Complete daily vehicle defect reports for safety
• Carry out tasks per instructions and training within deadlines
• Understand and follow company policies and procedures

Skills

NVQ level 3 in Mechanical engineering

Engine experience

Plant environment experience

Good communication

Willingness to train

UK driving licence (6 points or less)

Education

NVQ level 3 in Mechanical engineering

Job description

Our Business

Selwood is the UK’s leading pump rental solutions company and part of the Workdry International Group, delivering reliable, tailored pumping solutions to the Water, Environmental and Construction sectors for over 70 years.

It’s an exciting time to join Selwood as we continue to grow. We’re committed to investing in our people—developing the skills, knowledge and career opportunities that help our teams succeed and build long-term careers with us.

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.

About The Role

We are looking for a Mobile Fitter to join the fantastic team at our Bristol 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.

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 underlaying 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 break downs.

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

What we can offer you

We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.

• 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

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.