Fitter, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Ready to get hands‑on with industry-leading equipment and make a real impact? We're looking for a skilled and motivated Plant Mechanic to join our high‑performing Plant & Tool division. If you're passionate about machinery, thrive on solving problems, and want to be part of a business that's growing fast—this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

As a Plant Mechanic, you'll play a key role in keeping our fleet of diggers, dumpers, and hand tools hire‑ready. You'll carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs—both in the depot and occasionally on customer sites—ensuring our equipment is safe, reliable, and ready to go when our customers need it. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role offering real career progression in a company that invests in its people.

• Servicing and maintaining a wide range of plant and tool equipment within the GAP fleet
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently to minimise downtime
• Accurately updating service records and ensuring compliance with safety standards
• Occasionally attending customer sites to carry out repairs and maintenance
• Supporting the depot team to ensure equipment availability and customer satisfaction

• Proven experience as a plant mechanic/fitter, with a relevant qualification or time‑served background in an industry with transferable skills is welcomed
• Solid, up‑to‑date knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• A customer‑focused mindset and a collaborative team spirit
• A full, valid driving licence is preferred but not essential

GAP is an industry leader, the UK's leading equipment hire provider, with almost 200 locations nationwide. We support a wide range of projects across construction, infrastructure, events, and more.

• Investment in the best tools in the industry
• Real career growth, training, and development from day one
• Generous holidays and health & wellness support
• Life Assurance

We are an Equal Opportunities employer.