Careers

Plant & Machinery: Auction Assistant

Madley (HR2), HR2 9NH

Duties include:

The Job

The role of auction assistant is where many of our senior leadership team have started their careers. This role has fantastic potential for the candidate who is willing to go above and beyond in their day to day working life. No experience is needed & full training will be given in all aspects of the job.

• Marking out rows and ensuring all machines are parked correctly
• Sticking lot numbers and ensuring each lot is well presented for sale
• Washing and preparing machines & vehicles for auction
• Moving hand tools and helping load customer’s vehicles with purchased lots
• Assisting the office admin staff where necessary
• Assisting the loader drivers and customers where necessary
• Assisting the auction cataloguers & photographers where necessary
• Assisting with moving trucks & machinery around our auction site

The Person

This role is predominantly an active, outdoor job with some requirements for indoor reporting and customer facing admin. The role requires someone with a positive “can-do” attitude who is happy to help anyone and everyone on site to get the job done. You will be required to work outdoors in all weathers as well as being physically fit to climb on and off machinery.

Knowledge & a keen interest in heavy plant/mining/quarry/farming/trucking equipment is a huge positive as you will be seeing a lot of it!

Interest in professional auction services is desirable.

The Requirements

• The successful candidate will be both confident and keen to learn our trade
• Ability to take instruction and follow Health & Safety legislation
• Be career driven and keen to progress
• Strong English skills
• Computer literacy and confidence using IT/mobile phones will be a positive
• Previous experience is not essential

 

For the right candidate Brightwells offers

• Competitive Salary
• Unique training
• Work as part of a fantastic team
• This role offers superb potential for career progression through the company

Salary Expectations: £17,000-£19,000

• Contract - Permanent

For more details or to apply for this position please send your CV to [email protected]

Brightwells is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief and sex or sexual orientation. All aspects of employment decisions at Brightwells are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, competence and business needs and requirements.

[Although this vacancy is currently advertised as full time, we will consider other working arrangements such as part time and job shares].

Vehicles: Workshop Technician

Madley (HR2), HR2 9NH

Duties include:

The Job

• Assisting with the preparation of vehicles for sale
• Removal of livery, lighting and associated electrical items from vehicles
• Light mechanical work, jump starting equipment
• Assisting customers and others around the yard with moving and handing over vehicles
• Monitor, report and uphold all Health & Safety legislation and processes on site
• Light yard maintenance duties

The Person

This role is a varied position with an existing team and would suit someone with experience of working on vehicles. Mechanical qualifications are desirable but not essential. Work required may be indoors or outdoors. Operation of small tools and a pressure washer will be required.

The Requirements

• We are looking for motivated, organised people who love a challenge
• Ideally you should be a “hands on” person with vehicles, or a mechanic and be able to take instruction as well as work on own initiative and follow Health & Safety legislation
• Previous experience is desirable but not essential

For the right candidate Brightwells offers

• Competitive Salary
• Unique training

For more details or to apply for this position please send your CV to [email protected]

Brightwells is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief and sex or sexual orientation. All aspects of employment decisions at Brightwells are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, competence and business needs and requirements.

[Although this vacancy is currently advertised as full time, we will consider other working arrangements such as part time and job shares].

Social Media & Marketing Content Creator

Office based (Madley HR2 9NH), with some working from home if necessary and by negotiation 

Duties include:

We have an exciting opportunity for a creative Social Media & Marketing Content Creator to join our industry-leading auction business based in Herefordshire. This is a full-time role.

Application Deadline: February 28, 2025

Expected Start Date: April 2025

Role Overview: Create compelling content showcasing our various auction and remarketing businesses, which include, vehicles, wine, machinery, plant, classic cars, government disposals and cherished number plates.

Key Responsibilities:
• Create professional photo and video content for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok etc
• Develop and execute engaging social media campaigns
• Implement and maintain marketing strategy

• Manage and distribute our digital messaging services

• Manage and orchestrating some processes between our social media and websites

• Document our high-end detailing processes
• Create before/after transformation content
• Produce educational content about our services

Required Skills & Equipment:
• Advanced photography and video editing skills beyond basic app usage
• Proven experience in growing social media engagement
• Professional camera equipment and editing capabilities
• Strong understanding of social media algorithms
• Excellent written English for content creation
• Full UK driving license

Location & Travel:
• Based at our Madley Auction Site facility
• Travel to partner auction centres within a one-hour radius
• Company travel expenses provided

Hours & Compensation:
• Full-time (38 hours per week)
• £12.00-£15.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Monday to Friday scheduling

Benefits:
• Competitive holiday allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Travel allowance
• Free parking
• Employee training courses, where appropriate
• Professional development opportunities
• Industry event participation

Minimum Qualifications:
• GCSE or equivalent
• 1 year social media marketing experience (preferred)
• 1 year video editing experience (preferred)
• Portfolio of previous work required

How to Apply: Send your CV, portfolio, and a detailed cover letter to [email protected]
Your cover letter must address:
• Why you want to work with Brightwells
• Your relevant experience in any kinds of the business we operate
• Your vision for our social media presence

Note: Applications without cover letters or with generic cover letters will not be considered. Due to high volume, we may not respond to all applications.

Brightwells is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief and sex or sexual orientation. All aspects of employment decisions at Brightwells are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, competence and business needs and requirements.

[Although this vacancy is currently advertised as full time, we will consider other working arrangements such as part time and job shares].