Careers

From playground design and engineering to sales and installation, our comprehensive range of playground services would not be possible without the experienced and diverse team at the heart of Wicksteed.

In order to provide the best products for our customers, we need the best people behind us and are therefore always looking for new talent.

We provide full in-house training for all of our roles, heavily supported by our existing team, so if you’re a passionate, creative, and driven individual who is interested in working for the UK’s leading playground equipment manufacturer, browse our current vacancies below and apply today.
From playground design and engineering to sales and installation, our comprehensive range of playground services would not be possible without the experienced and diverse team at the heart of Wicksteed.

In order to provide the best products for our customers, we need the best people behind us and are therefore always looking for new talent.

We provide full in-house training for all of our roles, heavily supported by our existing team, so if you’re a passionate, creative, and driven individual who is interested in working for the UK’s leading playground equipment manufacturer, browse our current vacancies below and apply today. Explore

Current Vacancies

Sales Office Administrator

Full Time / Permanent

If you are looking for a challenging administrative position that will use your organisational and communication skills to their full potential, submit your C.V for this available position. We are looking for a conscientious, outgoing and hardworking individual who can work well under pressure. We require oral and written communications to be of a high standard. We offer a large and friendly working environment with opportunities to progress in the future within the company, full training is always given. Hours are 8:30am till 5pm with 1 hour lunch unpaid. Here are some of the duties you will be responsible for: Dealing with incoming enquiries via phone and email. Administrative support to our external Area Sales Managers. Completing quotations. Processing orders. To liaise with other departments in order to satisfactorily handle enquiries. To enter and action sales leads and opportunities proactively and progress where necessary. To take responsibility for keeping accurate and up to date customer database records. Essential skills: Good time management Hardworking, methodical and organised Computer literate Excellent customer service and communication skills Accurate with attention to detail To work individually but also as a team player Desired skills: Sage skills will be advantageous but in house training will be provided For further information or to apply please contact Imogen Roberts on [email protected]
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Area Sales Manager – Scotland

Full Time / Permanent

We have a fantastic and rarely available opportunity for a self-motivated and target driven sales professional to develop and build upon the strong business base we have in the area. Reporting to the National Sales Manager and as part of a UK wide team, the successful candidate will: Build close relationships with existing clients particularly Local Authorities. Be actively involved in the strategy for your Tender and Quotation submissions Organise and plan an ambitious diary, ensuring sales targets are consistently met. Follow up on sales opportunities & marketing initiatives introducing new clients, in a timely manner, to Wicksteed. Survey client sites, producing costings and design briefs to meet customer needs Full training will be given in all aspects of the role and will be supported by a backup team second to none within the industry. The ideal candidate will be customer focused, numerate, IT literate with good organisational skills and able to demonstrate a proven sales background. The role with Wicksteed is not a ‘number of calls per day’ situation. It is about developing working relationships with key customers and stakeholders and responding quickly. Wicksteed offers a competitive salary package including company car, excellent pension scheme and lucrative bonus potential. We are seeking individuals who are not content with a basic salary. If you believe you fit this profile and seek a challenge please email our National Sales Manager Lynne Egginton at [email protected] or give her a call for an informal chat on 07841 071390.
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Area Sales Manager – North East

Full Time / Permanent

We have a fantastic and rarely available opportunity for a self-motivated and target driven sales professional to develop and build upon the strong business base we have in the area. Reporting to the National Sales Manager and as part of a UK wide team, the successful candidate will: Build close relationships with existing clients particularly Local Authorities. Be actively involved in the strategy for your Tender and Quotation submissions Organise and plan an ambitious diary, ensuring sales targets are consistently met. Follow up on sales opportunities & marketing initiatives introducing new clients, in a timely manner, to Wicksteed. Survey client sites, producing costings and design briefs to meet customer needs Full training will be given in all aspects of the role and will be supported by a backup team second to none within the industry. The ideal candidate will be customer focused, numerate, IT literate with good organisational skills and able to demonstrate a proven sales background. The role with Wicksteed is not a ‘number of calls per day’ situation. It is about developing working relationships with key customers and stakeholders and responding quickly. Wicksteed offers a competitive salary package including company car, excellent pension scheme and lucrative bonus potential. We are seeking individuals who are not content with a basic salary. If you believe you fit this profile and seek a challenge please email our National Sales Manager Lynne Egginton at [email protected] or give her a call for an informal chat on 07841 071390.
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Contracts Manager – Scotland

Full Time / Permanent

Wicksteed Leisure Limited are market-leading designers and manufacturers of children’s playgrounds, outdoor gyms and multi-use games areas manufacturing in the UK since 1918. We have a fantastic and rarely available opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the team to oversee projects from sales handover to site completion. Reporting to the Managing Director and as part of a UK wide team, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing projects from receipt of order to completion of project and will include: Identifying and vetting new sub-contractors to join the team. Appointing and supervising sub-contractors to install the kit and all necessary groundworks. Issuing all the necessary paperwork to the contractors prior to commencing work on site including preparing RAMS. Communicating with customers by telephone, email and both virtual and in-person meetings. Ensuring that the installation conforms to current regulations i.e. BS EN Standards and is in accordance with Wicksteed Leisure Limited specifications. Assisting Area Sales Managers in executing site surveys and setting out of sites in accordance with specific drawings or customer requirements. Ensuring that the contract is completed on time and within budget. Nights away from home will be required as necessary. Essential Skills/experience: Previous experience of contracts management or project management within a constructions or installations environment, preferably within the playground industry. A knowledge of construction practices (levels, drainage, landscaping would be an advantage) and familiarity with industry health and safety practices. Good negotiator (able to negotiate with contractors, suppliers for the best price for the work required). Customer focused, ensuring customer satisfaction at all times. Computer literate including Word, Excel and Outlook. Full UK driving licence. Ability to manage client’s expectations. Willingness to undertake any training that may be required. In return Wicksteed offer an attractive salary, company car, phone, laptop and pension scheme. If you are interested and would like to work with a company that has been providing plays solutions for over 100 years please forward your CV with covering letter and salary expectations to [email protected] 
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