Apprentice Fitter

Gap Group; Wheatley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Career progression

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

GAP Group is offering a 3-year Apprenticeship Programme for Plant Mechanics at our Wheatley depot. You will learn on the job, earning while you train, and work toward a nationally recognised qualification.

Our programme includes structured training, hands-on experience with expert fitters, and clear career progression to roles such as Mobile Fitter, Workshop Foreman, and Depot Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 4+ or 4 National 4s
• Genuine interest in plant machinery and engineering
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and willingness to learn

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair a wide range of plant machinery and equipment
• Replace components, check systems and calibrate instruments
• Develop core engineering skills with exposure to electro hydraulics and computerised control systems
• Work alongside experienced fitters to gain hands-on workshop experience

Skills

Interest in plant machinery

Good communication

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs 4+ or National 4s

Job description

Kick start your career as a Plant Mechanic with GAP Group's award winning Apprenticeship Programme. You'll earn while you learn, gaining hands on experience alongside our expert fitters while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. With industry leading equipment, structured training, and genuine career progression, this is more than just an apprenticeship, it's the start of a long term career with GAP Group. This is a 3-year long course, Monday to Friday 8-5pm with no required weekend working., As an Apprentice Fitter, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a qualified Plant Mechanic, including:

• Learning how to service, maintain and repair a wide range of plant machinery and equipment
• Replacing components, checking systems, and calibrating instruments
• Developing core engineering skills alongside exposure to modern technology, including electro hydraulics and computerised control systems
• Working alongside experienced fitters to gain hands on, real world experience in a busy workshop environment

What do I need to Apply?

• A minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 and above, or a minimum of 4 National 4s at passing Grade
• A genuine interest in plant machinery and engineering
• A high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you can progress into a Workshop Fitter role. From there, GAP offers a variety of career pathways, including a Mobile Fitter, Workshop Foreman and Depot Manager. At GAP, we believe in developing our people and promoting from within.

About GAP & What We Offer At GAP

We're proud to be the UK's leading equipment hire provider - supporting projects big and small across construction, infrastructure, events, and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions, we offer exciting opportunities in everything from Plant & Tools to Lifting, Survey, Environmental, and Event Services. As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience, we believe in doing things the right way.

That means:

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

Apprentices under 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 39 hours per week with a starting salary of £16,224 per annum. Apprentices over 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 42.5 hours per week with a starting salary of £17,860 per annum. After successful completion of Year 1, you will automatically move onto the National Minimum Wage rate for your age group.