Plant Mechanic: Hands-On Role with Growth Prospects

GAP Group Limited; Lewes; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Life Assurance

Health & Wellness Support

Job summary

GAP Group Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a hands-on Plant Mechanic to service and repair a fleet of diggers, dumpers, and tools. You’ll work in the depot and occasionally on customer sites to ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and ready when customers need it.

You’ll be part of a high-performing Plant & Tool division, with real career progression and a company that invests in its people. The role emphasises practical problem-solving and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a plant mechanic/fitter or time-served background in a related field.
• Up-to-date knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance.
• Ability to service, maintain and repair a wide range of plant and tool equipment.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining a wide range of plant and tool equipment within GAP fleet.
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently to minimise downtime.
• Accurately updating service records and ensuring safety compliance.
• Occasionally attending customer sites to carry out repairs and maintenance.
• Supporting the depot team to ensure equipment availability and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Plant maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety compliance

Customer-focused

Driving licence

Education

Plant mechanic qualification

Job description

GAP Group Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a hands-on Plant Mechanic to service and repair a fleet of diggers, dumpers, and tools. You’ll work in the depot and occasionally on customer sites to ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and ready when customers need it.

You’ll be part of a high-performing Plant & Tool division, with real career progression and a company that invests in its people. The role emphasises practical problem-solving and teamwork.