General Manager - Derby

GAP Group Ltd.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company in the East Midlands is looking for a General Manager to oversee depot operations. The successful candidate will have prior operational management experience and a full UK driving licence. You will lead staff recruitment, drive results, and engage with customers to enhance depot performance. You will enjoy benefits such as a competitive salary, up to 25 days annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and health & wellness support. Apply now if you’re motivated for this challenge.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory Pension Scheme

Health & Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Previous operational management experience is essential.
• High level of IT literacy, particularly in Word and Excel.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Profit Centre and influence Depot Operations.
• Lead staff recruitment and motivation.
• Generate new ideas to drive depot forward.

Skills

Operational management experience

Drive & Motivation

High level of IT literacy

Job description

Location

DE11 0BB

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

45.00

About the role

The Role

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

The Role:

Our nationwide Non Mechanical division hire a range of equipment including crowd control barriers, scaffolding and road plates to the events industry alongside our more traditional business sectors within the construction, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. 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 operational management experience
• Previous experience within Non Mechanical preferred but not essential
• Drive & Motivation to deliver tangible results
• A full UK driving licence
• A high level of IT literacy –particularly in word and excel

About Us

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 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
• 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)

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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