Semi Skilled Fitter

GAP Group Ltd.; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company as a Semi-Skilled Plant Mechanic, where your skills in servicing and maintaining small plant machinery will be crucial. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse range of tools, ensuring that customers have access to the equipment they need for their projects. With a strong emphasis on internal promotion and continuous development, you will be supported by a dedicated Learning & Development Team. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and a variety of benefits that prioritize your well-being and work-life balance. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy additional leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Enhanced overtime rates

Standby/Call Out rota

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical/electrical qualification or time served.
• Experience in servicing small plant machinery and contractor tools.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain a variety of small plant and tools within the GAP fleet.
• Ensure customers can hire equipment when they need it.

Skills

Servicing and maintenance of small plant machinery

Servicing and maintenance of petrol and diesel tools

Electrical tools testing and operation

Current PAT testing certificate

Mechanical/electrical qualification

Education

Relevant mechanical/electrical qualification

Tools

Saws

Grinders

Drills

Job description

United Kingdom, Scotland, Kilmarnock Plant & Tools

Location

KA2 OFE

Requester

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

42.50

About 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 Semi-Skilled Plant Mechanic, you will play a pivotal role in the success of the depot and be responsible for servicing and maintaining a variety of small plant and tools within the GAP fleet, ensuring that our customers can hire what they want, when they need it. In addition, you will be responsible for servicing and maintaining a variety of small tools including 2/4 stroke petrol tools and a range of electrical tools including saws, grinders, and drills.

About You

Applicants applying for the role of Semi-Skilled Fitter should have/be:

1. A relevant mechanical/electrical qualification or time served
2. Significant experience in servicing and maintenance of small plant machinery
3. Experience in servicing and maintenance of petrol and diesel contractor tools and the ability to test and run electrical tools
4. Current PAT testing certificate
5. A valid driving licence is preferred but not essential

About Us

GAP Hire Solutions has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK and 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:

1. Competitive salary and bonus scheme
2. Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
3. The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
4. Contributory Pension Scheme
5. Life Assurance
6. Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
7. Cycle to Work Scheme
8. Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)
9. Overtime at an enhanced rate and Standby/Call Out rota

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you! To apply, upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

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