Specialist Equipment Centre Operative

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. 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 Specialist Equipment Centre Operative to support the safe and efficient day-to-day running of our Specialist Equipment Centre in Stoke. This is a hands-on role where you will help prepare specialist equipment and customer orders, organise and store equipment, monitor stock levels, and assist with loading and unloading vehicles to ensure projects are delivered on time. You will also play a key part in maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organised working environment while supporting smooth operations across the site. This role would suit someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in keeping things organised, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, check, clean, and store specialist equipment ready for hire and customer projects.
• Assist with assembling specialist equipment, including submersible pump setups and accessories.
• Assist with loading and unloading of vehicles to ensure timely deliveries and collections.
• Carry out equipment checks and report any damage or missing items promptly.
• Maintain accurate stock levels and report low stock to the Supervisor/Manager.
• Keep all work areas clean, safe, and organised in line with Health & Safety standards.
• Assist with occasional deliveries and collections to support operational and project requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience within logistics or similar working environment.
• Reliability and good time keeping essential for this position.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and work to tight deadlines.
• Demonstrate good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressured environment while balancing multiple projects.
• Ability and willingness to travel within and throughout the UK as and when necessary.
• A full UK driving licence is required for this position as you will need to drive a company vehicle as required.
• Forklift Licence would be preferred; however, training can be given to the right candidate.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 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
• 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

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.