General Manager

GAP Group Limited; Croydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GAP Group Limited is seeking a motivated General Manager to oversee Depot Operations within our Non Mechanical division. The ideal candidate will manage profit centers, lead a dynamic team, and drive tangible results while enjoying competitive benefits, including a salary bonus scheme and extensive leave options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional leave days

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Previous operational management experience
• Experience within Non Mechanical sectors is preferred but not essential
• A full UK driving licence
• High IT literacy, particularly in Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Manage your own Profit Centre and influence all aspects of Depot Operations.
• Recruit and motivate staff.
• Purchase equipment and supplies.
• Generate ideas to drive the depot forward and excel in customer interaction.

Skills

Operational management experience

High IT literacy

Drive & motivation

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Our Team

Our team is the best in the industry – is it time for you to join us?

The Role

Our nationwide Non Mechanical division hires a range of equipment including crowd control barriers, scaffolding, and road plates to the events industry, alongside our traditional business sectors within construction, utilities, and infrastructure.

As a General Manager at GAP, you will manage your own Profit Centre and influence all aspects of Depot Operations – from staff recruitment and motivation to purchasing equipment and supplies.

You will be an experienced Manager seeking a new and exciting challenge, capable of leading your team to perform at their best. With an in-depth understanding of our business, you will generate ideas to drive your depot forward and excel in customer interaction.

About You

Successful applicants should demonstrate:

• Previous operational management experience
• Experience within Non Mechanical sectors is preferred but not essential
• Drive & motivation to deliver tangible results
• A full UK driving licence
• High IT literacy, particularly in Word and Excel

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering equipment hire throughout the UK. We aim to recruit the best talent in the industry to help us grow further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy benefits such as profit share, loyalty holidays, and a staff social fund. Our in-house Learning & Development team is dedicated to developing your skills, and we promote internally whenever possible.

About Us & Benefits

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional leave days
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness initiatives (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)

Next Steps

If you meet the profile and are ready for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

To apply, upload your CV and complete our short application form, and we'll take it from there.

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