Workshop Diesel Fitter

**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.

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.

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 currently looking for a Workshop Diesel Fitter to join our Chandlers Ford Branch. Working within a small, experienced team, you will be responsible for carrying out diesel engine and pump maintenance. This will include performing repairs, servicing, or preventative maintenance, on equipment as directed by the Workshop Manager to the standards and timescales required.

For this role there is a requirement to have your own standard tools, anything specialised will be provided for you to use, to enable you to carry out the tasks required successfully.

**Key Responsibilities**:
All work will need to be carried out in line with recommended manufacturers’ procedures, demonstrating full compliance and constant awareness for your own health and safety and the safety of others including, customers, general public and the environment.
- Accurate and effective communication with immediate supervisor and work colleagues on job requirements e.g., cost, downtime, and identifying cause.
- In this role you will be working with our Workshop Fitters and Workshop Manager where teamwork will be just as important as the ability to work unsupervised. On occasions you will need to work collaboratively to get the job done and a positive attitude and integrity will be equally essential.
- Check all equipment for damages and ensure detailed notification is sent to the Branch Manager.
- Put forward proposals for modifications and improvements to machines, equipment or processes.
- Ensure necessary administration and paperwork is completed accurately and submitted on time.
- Demonstrate excellent IT skills and attention to detail; you will have experience of working with mobile tablets.

**Qualifications & Skills required**:

- Qualification or relevant experience in Engineering such as an NVQ in Mechanical Engineering
- Full driving license is preferred due to occasional travel.
- Willingness to grow with the role and open to complete further development opportunities.
- This role requires a good level of fitness to enable you to correctly and safely, operate the machinery and equipment for Selwood.

**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
- 24 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
- Free on-site parking

**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.

**Job Type**: Permanent

**Salary**: £36,304.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person