Fitter

GAP Group; Thurmaston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Life Assurance

Health & Wellness Support

Job summary

GAP is seeking a hands‑on Plant Mechanic to service and repair a fleet of diggers, dumpers, and hand tools. You’ll work both in the depot and on customer sites, keeping equipment safe, reliable, and ready to hire.

This is a high‑impact, career‑progression role in a growing business that values practical skills and team collaboration. You’ll perform servicing, diagnose faults, and maintain accurate records, with a focus on uptime and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a mechanical role, preferably in plant hire or construction.
• Ability to diagnose faults and carry out repairs efficiently.
• Customer‑focussed mindset with good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain plant and tool equipment across the GAP fleet.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs to minimise downtime.
• Update service records and ensure safety standards are met.
• Occasionally attend customer sites to perform maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Customer focus

Team player

Driving licence

Tools

Diesel engines

Job description

12 Pinfold Road, Thurmaston, Leicester, LE48AS

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

42.50

The Role

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.

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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 maintenanceSupporting the depot team to ensure equipment availability and customer satisfaction

About You

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience working in a mechanical role - candidates out with the plant hire industry are welcomed as full training will be provided!
• Experience with diesel engines would be highly beneficial
• 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

About Us

About GAP and What We Offer

You’ll be joining an industry leader that’s growing and genuinely committed to your success. 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 and Tools to Lifting, Survey, Pumps, Power and 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

If you’re up for the challenge and want to feel valued at work, then we’d love to hear from you!

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and embrace the unique contributions each individual brings.