Site Agent

Selwood Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company car (Essential User)

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Job summary

Selwood Ltd, a leading UK pump rental solutions company, is seeking a Site Agent/Multi-Site Manager based near Guildford. The role requires confident leadership, strong communication, and oversight of on-site operations to ensure compliance with policies and statutory requirements.

You will liaise with customers, site contractors and suppliers to deliver projects on time and within budget. Responsibilities include reporting, paperwork compliance, and driving best practices across installation

Qualifications

• Recognised Diploma in Construction Supervision/Management or similar.
• SMSTS certification.
• IOSH Managing Safely.
• CSCS Card (Black Managers Card).
• Previous experience in site management or a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong business relationships with your team and clients, working with the Project Manager for efficient project implementations and monitoring performance.
• Compile and submit detailed daily and weekly project reports to the Project Manager.
• Ensure all site paperwork is completed and compliant and sent to the relevant recipients.
• Communicate with Installation Teams to involve them in achieving company objectives.
• Review and improve working practices, systems and procedures for safe, efficient turnover of equipment through installations.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Communication

Report writing

Health & safety awareness

Education

Diploma in Construction Supervision/Management

SMSTS

IOSH Managing Safely

CSCS CARD (Black Managers Card)

Job description

Our Business

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

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.

Our success is built on the strength of our people. Across our nationwide network of branches, we work together with honesty, respect and teamwork—sharing ideas, supporting one another and always striving to improve. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring our people and the communities we work in get home safe every day, while our work helps protect vital resources for future generations.

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.

As a Site Agent you are an integral part of our Project Delivery Team, this role will bring the individual into daily contact with Selwood stakeholders, Customer, Site Contractors and our 3rd party suppliers. We are looking for a Site Agent or Multi‑Site Manager/Supervisor who is based in the surrounding areas of South Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Guildford or Crawley.

In this role you will need to be a confident leader with good communication skills both verbal and written as well as having the ability to ensure that all company administration, quality assurance and health and safety policies are fully adhered to and that all on site activities are carried out in full compliance both with our policies and relevant statutory legislation. This role requires full oversight of onsite operations for Selwood.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop strong business relationships with your team and clients, working effectively with the Project Manager for efficient project implementations and monitor ongoing project performance to ensure that all projects are delivered on time and within the allocated budget.
• Compiling and submitting detailed daily and weekly project reports to the Project Manager.
• Ensure all site based paperwork is completed and compliant at the relevant stages, approved and sent to the relevant recipients.
• To communicate with Installation Teams ensuring their involvement and recognition towards achievement of company objectives.
• To deal with issues arising from customers and internal departments within Selwood in a professional manner seeking best the possible solution for the individuals and the business.
• To review and improve working practices, systems and procedures ensuring a safe and efficient turnover of equipment through Installations.
• To ensure that all company administration, quality assurance and health and safety policies are fully adhered to and that all activities are carried out in full compliance both with our policies and relevant statutory legislation.
• Identify and report any deviations from the project plan/ Subcontract agreement to the Project Manager with full reports and substantiation.
• Main point of contact on site representing Selwood to the highest of standards and dealing with any site‑based queries as quickly and professionally as possible.
• Perform regular assessment of project execution to identify areas of improvement.
• To drive industry best practices, techniques, and Company standards, ensuring all team members comply with policies, procedures, and relevant regulations at all times for effective project execution.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised Diploma in Construction Supervision/Management or similar
• SMSTS
• IOSH Managing Safely
• CSCS CARD (Black Managers Card)
• Previous experience in site management or a similar role
• Engineering experience in Pumping Applications and Pipework or Construction
• Detailed knowledge of Safe Systems of Works and appreciation of construction procedures
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, the ability to analyse complex problems and assess possible solutions.
• Demonstrate a high level of communication skills with the ability to provide detailed information and advice in a clear and positive manner
• A full UK driving licence is required for this position as you will need to travel as the business requires
• Compliant accurate record keeping is important to this role, with the ability to complete reports in a professional manner
• Ability to act proactively / be forward thinking whilst maintaining a methodical, attention to detail approach

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
• Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)

Company Car As An Essential User

• Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships)
• Bupa Private Medical at Single level
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service
• 3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)
• 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