Plant Mechanic

GAP Group Ltd; Eccles; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment rental company in Eccles is seeking a Plant Mechanic to service and maintain a range of machinery. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the field, be detail-oriented, and possess a strong customer-focused mindset. Benefits include competitive salary, up to 25 days of leave, and a contributory pension scheme. Candidates should upload their CV and complete a short application form to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness initiatives

Overtime at enhanced rate

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a plant mechanic or fitter role.
• Current knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient servicing and maintaining of plant and tools.
• Identify and repair faults or damage to equipment.
• Update service records accurately.

Skills

Plant mechanic / fitter experience

Heavy plant machinery maintenance

Attention to detail

Customer-focused approach

Education

Relevant mechanical qualification or time served

Job description

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

The Role :

Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small hand tools to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

As a Plant Mechanic you will play a pivotal role in the success of the depot by ensuring that our customers can hire what they want, when they need it through the efficient servicing and maintaining a variety of plant and tools within the GAP fleet. As part of our high-performing depot team, you will be responsible for identifying and repairing any faults or damage to equipment, accurately updating service records and at times you may be required to complete repairs on our customer sites.

Successful Applicants should demonstrate the following :

• Proven experience working as a plant mechanic / fitter role with a relevant mechanical qualification or time served
• Sound and current knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• A customer-focussed approach workload and committed team player
• A valid driving licence is preferred but not essential

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 a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. 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)
• Overtime at an enhanced rate and Standby / Call Out rota

So, what next?

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.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER