General Manager

GAP Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company is seeking a General Manager to manage depot operations and lead a high-performing team. The role involves staff recruitment, driving new ideas for performance improvement, and ensuring excellent customer interaction. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in management within the hire industry and demonstrate leadership skills. Competitive salary and a range of benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Company Car

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 benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a managerial or operational role, preferably in the hire industry.
• Experience in Ground Shoring or Temporary works is highly desirable.
• Ability to develop a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Profit Centre and depot operations.
• Lead and motivate the team to perform at their best.
• Drive new ideas to enhance depot performance.

Skills

Managerial experience

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in MS Office

Job description

Overview

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

Role

Our nationwide Trenching and Shoring division hire a range of equipment across the construction, utilities and infrastructure industries to identify the correct solution to support excavations safely using trench boxes, trench sheets, and braces systems.

Role Details

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

You will be an experienced Manager looking for a new and exciting challenge who can lead your team to perform to the best of their abilities. With an in-depth understanding of our business you will generate new ideas to drive your depot forwards and be at the forefront of customer interaction.

Qualifications

Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience in a managerial or operational role, preferably gained within the hire industry
• Experience within Ground Shoring or Temporary works is highly desirable
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop a high-performing team who can deliver results and exceed customer's expectations
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and provide solutions for potential challenges within the workplace
• Proficient in MS Office packages including Excel and Word
• A full UK driving licence

Benefits

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

Next steps

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

To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

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