Mobile Mechanical Pump Engineer

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.
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.
About the Role
We are looking for a Mobile Fitter to join the fantastic team at our Bedford branch. 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.
Base salary of £42,550, with potential earning up to £65,500. Potential earnings include additional pay such as overtime, call-out payments and other applicable allowances and are to the best of our knowledge based on real world conditions. However, this may vary for individuals depending on the local availability of overtime and personal commitment to working additional hours. Our managers would be happy to explain how overtime and call-outs work during the interview process and address any questions you may have.
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:
* 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.
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)
* Company van (for work use)
* 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