Working at Machine Mart

Machine Mart is Britain's biggest specialist supplier of tools and machinery. Established over 40 years ago we have a growing network of over 65 superstores nationwide, a dedicated mail order department and a 24 hour website, offering quality branded items at fiercely competitive prices. We also pride ourselves on providing an unrivalled customer service, technical know-how and aftersales support.

At Machine Mart we eat, sleep and breathe tools and equipment. We constantly update our product range to give our customers the very best in choice and value for money - all backed by expert advice from our friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our continuing success is down to the talent, hard work and dedication of our people. We value our people and that's why, along with great job satisfaction, you can look forward to a competitive salary, comprehensive training, opportunities for progression and staff discounts amongst other benefits.

We’ve big plans for the future and as we continue to grow, there are more opportunities than ever before for a career with Machine Mart. It’s a unique place to work; we have a distinctive culture here with a real sense of camaraderie, plus if you’re passionate about tools and machinery then Machine Mart is a veritable Aladdin’s cave.

So whether you join us in one of our stores or at our Head Office, there could be a fantastic future here for you. You will get every opportunity to progress your career within the business as we actively operate a policy of promotion from within whenever possible; indeed many of our senior managers started their Machine Mart careers on the shop floor!

So whether you're interested in joining the sales team in one of over 65 superstores, or you're looking for a career in telesales, marketing, accounts or customer service, what are you waiting for... apply now!

As one of Britain's biggest national power tool and machinery retailers we operate in a tough, highly competitive product industry where change is constant. Yet we are thriving, with new store openings planned, in turn also creating new opportunities in other areas of the business.

If you're looking for an opportunity to get your teeth into a role, Machine Mart is a great place to be. With over 40 years in business, over 65 stores nationwide and a booming online business, we're still growing which means there are more opportunities than ever before.

What we look for

Machine Mart is a unique place to work – if you’re passionate about tools and machinery then you’ll fit right in!

Our product range is vast and our store and telesales colleagues advise thousands of customers each week helping them to find the right tool for the job. Each interaction is unique, which is why we don’t just need people who are bright, enthusiastic and switched on to tools. At Machine Mart, we’re also about working together, successful people in the business are those who are practical, proactive and get stuck in.

We need a range of talents which are individually tuned. We need sales people to keep our customers buying, technical advisors who know their grommets from their widgets, Marketeers to promote our brand, and Managers to keep our people motivated - the list goes on. Whether you’re looking to join our multi-discipline team at our Nottingham Head Office or one of our retail stores, we look for unique skills and qualities that can make a valuable contribution to our business success.

What we offer

As part of our competitive package (which, depending on role could include commission, bonuses, company car and laptop & mobile) we also offer:

• Machine Mart staff discount on our massive range of products
• Health Cash Plan for you and your family to help with the cost of dental check-ups and treatment; visits to the optician and new glasses, chiropodists, physiotherapy and more
• Long Service Awards - to recognise your loyalty
• Retail Trust Employee Assistance Programme offering online and telephone help and support when you might need it
• Specsavers Eligible employees are entitled to various discounts on sight tests, spectacles and contact lenses

Developing our people

Together with promoting talent from within, recruiting people from outside Machine Mart is important to us, as it brings diversity and fresh ideas.

We're committed to helping all our team members develop at every level, so we offer excellent on the job training along with structured skills training relevant to your role.

• Retail Store Management - management development programme, developing commercial awareness and sales focus coupled with the softer skills of leadership and effective people management
• All Retail Sales colleagues - an in-depth induction covering sales techniques, great customer service, Health and Safety awareness
• Apprentice Engineers - a targeted development plan leading to NVQ Level 3
• New line managers & supervisors - people management and soft skills to help with the transition from friend to supervisor

Whether you want to join us as a Salesperson and progress through to become a Store Manager, an Apprentice Engineer working your way through to Service Manager or an Administrator and progress to Accounts Supervisor, it's up to you. All you need is a positive attitude and the will to work hard and be successful!