Our Business:
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.
This is an exciting time to join Selwood as we drive our business forward and build on a foundation of over 70 year’s 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 to welcome an Installation Operative to join our team. The role is based out of our Birmingham (Wolverhampton) branch, although you will primarily be working on customer sites, including construction, wastewater, and clean water environments, with occasional visits to the branch.
We are seeking a confident self-starter who works well as part of a team. Flexibility is essential, as the role will adapt to the changing needs of the business and the requirements of our customers.
As the role involves regular interaction with Selwood customers, strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
The Installation Operative will support the day-to-day operations of the branch and regional projects, working under the direction of the Installation Supervisors.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
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Promote and exercise the company’s mission statement and core values to deliver the required uniformed approach to an installation across the UK.
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Carry out installations and deinstallations of pumps, pipework and associated equipment. as directed by the Installation Supervisor
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Identify and recommend innovative solutions and processes to make our business and customer offering, more unique and attractive and to make ourselves more efficient in the ways to complete installation.
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Assist our drivers with loading and unloading of our vehicles as well as checking against paperwork, missing items, damages, and fuel charges.
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Always maintain a clean and organised work area on-site.
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Work in conjunction with specialist sub-contractors, require completing the project in hand.
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Put safety first every time, demonstrate the confidence, knowledge, and experience to stop the installation and advise your supervisor if any safety issues arise at any time.
This role is subject to a safety critical medical.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
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Previous demonstrable experience of working history within a similar environment (water industry, construction, oil or gas) with a knowledge and understanding of on-site safety
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Must be confident working at height, in confined spaces, and around sewage/wastewater
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Ability to work on construction sites and adapt to challenging situations.
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Work effectively with team members, ensuring clear communication and mutual support for timely project completion
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Flexible with their working hours and be available to be ‘on call’
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Must be willing to travel and on occasions work away from home
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Health & Safety focused, ensuring strict adherence to guidelines at all times
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Full driving licence (no more than 6 points).
Preferred:
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Holder of a construction Skills CSCS card
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National Water Hygiene Card
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Forklift truck operator certification
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.
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Competitive salary
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Use of a Company Van for work purposes only
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Enhanced overtime pay ( for additional hours and calls out)
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Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships)
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Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
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25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
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Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service
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3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)
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Support for development and training
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Employee assistance programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders
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Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
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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
