Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Overview

Ready to lead, inspire, and make an impact in a fast-paced workshop environment? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Workshop Foreman to join our dynamic Plant & Tool division. If you’re passionate about machinery, thrive on team leadership, and want to be part of a business that’s growing fast, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. As the Foreman, you’ll be at the heart of depot operations, ensuring our fleet of diggers, dumpers, and power tools is maintained to the highest standards and always hire-ready.

You’ll lead a team of Fitters, manage workloads, and drive performance—keeping safety, efficiency, and quality front and centre. This is a hands-on, high-impact role offering real career progression in a company that invests in its people.

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the depot workshop and ensure plant equipment is consistently available for hire
• Allocate and monitor workloads across the fitter team to maximise productivity and meet performance targets
• Lead by example to maintain high standards of safety, service, and equipment care
• Implement planned maintenance programmes to reduce downtime and repair costs
• Ensure accurate records of servicing, repairs, and appliance testing are maintained and compliant with legislation
• Manage workshop cleanliness, vehicle maintenance schedules, and off-hire inspections

• Strong technical expertise and leadership skills
• Ideally experience in a senior plant mechanic/fitter role, with a relevant qualification or time-served background
• Solid, up-to-date knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Strong team management skills in a fast-paced workshop environment
• A full, valid driving licence

About GAP and What We Offer

You’ll be joining an industry leader that’s growing and genuinely committed to your success. GAP is the UK’s leading equipment hire provider, supporting projects across construction, infrastructure, events, and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions, we offer opportunities in Plant and Tools, Lifting, Survey, Pumps, Power and Environmental, and Event Services.

As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience, we value doing things the right way. This means:

• More investment in equipment than anyone else in the industry, so you work with the best tools
• Remaining fully independent, enabling agile, long-term decisions that support your success
• Real career growth, training, and development from day one
• Support that values you—from generous holidays to Life Assurance and Health & Wellness Support

If you’re up for the challenge and want to feel valued at work, we’d love to hear from you. Equal Opportunities employer.