Mobile Mechanical Pump Engineer in Dartford

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. 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.

We are looking for a Mobile Fitter to join the fantastic team at our London branch, based in Dartford and covering the surrounding region. This role will be responsible for carrying out diesel engine repairs, diagnostics 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 £47,651, with potential earning up to £63,360. Potential earnings include additional pay such as overtime, call-out payments and other applicable allowances.

Responsibilities:

• You will be thoroughly carrying out any repairs to the diesel engine equipment as needed/directed, including any fault finding and diagnostic/investigative work where required on customer sites.
• Conduct regular servicing on pump rental fleet equipment as needed and directed on customer sites.
• 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 demonstrable experience of working with engines or a mechanical engineering background, with the ability to understand underlying 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 licence (with 6 points or less), as this role will involve attending site visits and breakdowns.
• This role will be subject to a safety critical medical.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary
• Company van (for work use)
• Enhanced overtime pay (for additional hours and call outs)
• Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24-hour 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
• 3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)
• 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. As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.