Business Unit Administrator

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

As Business Unit Administrator you'll assist with delivering the Group’s corporate social responsibility initiatives, events, and corporate hospitality, ensuring the smooth operation of the Workdry Group and Selwood Business.

​To do well in this role, you'll be proactive, adaptable, and enjoy being busy while working as part of a team.

​Main Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage travel bookings for parking, taxis, and ferries for multiple teams.

• Administer personal safety devices, ensuring proper allocation, maintenance, and usage.

• Manage user administration for travel, expenses, and volunteering online platforms.

• Oversee the production and submission of the out-of-hours call-out rota for Selwood's Pump Rental Solutions.

• Prepare and distribute new starter documentation, ensuring smooth onboarding for new employees.

• Manage and distribute customer rebate letters, ensuring accurate and timely processing.

• Assist in the production and formatting of the annual budget, working closely with relevant stakeholders.

• Coordinate and lead the Group’s innovation programme, including chairing monthly meetings with senior management to drive new initiatives.

• Assist with the organisation and execution of corporate hospitality events, including internal events and team-building activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• NVQ Level 2 Business administration is preferred but not essential

• Previous administrative experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, One Note, MS Forms) and Canva

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Effective organisational, planning, and prioritising skills

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

• Ability to multitask and prioritise workload

• Pre-emptive and able to digest new information quickly

• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player

What we can do for 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

Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)

25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays

Holiday buying (up to an additional week)

Medical cash plan for yourself – reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships

Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary

Life assurance protection at 3 x salary

Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders

Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral)

Cycle to work scheme

Support for development and training

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.​

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments