General Manager

GAP Group; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Company car

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Contributory pension

Job summary

GAP Group in the Midlands is seeking a General Manager for GAP Hire Solutions. You will manage your own Profit Centre and influence all aspects of Depot Operations, from staff recruitment to purchasing equipment.

You will lead a high-performing team, drive depot growth, and engage with customers to deliver safe, reliable hire solutions across construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience in managerial or operational roles within the hire industry or similar sectors.
• Knowledge of ground shoring or temporary works is highly desirable.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop a high-performing team delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own Profit Centre and influence all Depot Operations.
• Recruit, motivate and develop staff; oversee purchasing of equipment and supplies.
• Lead customer interactions and ensure safe, efficient hire solutions.
• Drive depot growth and implement ideas to improve profitability and service.

Skills

Management experience

Hire industry experience

Ground shoring/temporary works

Leadership

Attention to detail

MS Office

UK driving licence

Job description

Location

United Kingdom, Midlands, Derby Trenching & Shoring

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

45.00

The Role

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

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.

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.

About You

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

About Us

GAP Hire Solutions now has 11 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as profit share, loyalty holidays and a staff social fund. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• 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)

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