Workshop Manager

GAP Group Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Life Assurance

Health & Wellness Support

Job summary

GAP Group Ltd. is seeking a Depot Workshop Manager for its Survey & Safety division in Docklands, London. The role involves overseeing workshop facilities, inspecting and maintaining equipment, and advising the General Manager on procedures. Applicants should have significant experience in the survey/hire industry, leadership skills, and be proficient in MS Office.

You will join an industry leader committed to success with clear career growth opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a similar role within the survey/hire industry is essential.
• An understanding of Survey equipment, hire products, and the customer base is beneficial.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Survey & Safety workshop facilities.
• Advise the General Manager on best practices and procedures.
• Inspect, test, maintain, and calibrate all equipment.

Skills

Leadership and team development

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Office

Understanding of Survey equipment

Job description

Location

United Kingdom, London, Docklands Survey

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?

Our nationwide Survey and Safety division hire a comprehensive range of equipment including construction levels and lasers, total stations, GPS, cable detection equipment, GPR, ATEX lighting, gas detection, communication equipment and much more to all sectors including the construction, civil, utilities, rail, shop fitting, fit out and infrastructure sectors.

As the Depot Workshop Manager at GAP Group you will oversee the Survey & Safety workshop facilities and advise the General Manager on best practice and procedures required. This is vital in ensuring we Inspect/test/maintain and calibrate all equipment to the manufacturers specification and ensuring equipment is ready for hire. You will also assist the General Manager with staff development and training.

About You

Successful applicants for the role should demonstrate the following:

• Significant experience in a similar role within the survey/hire industry is essential.
• An understanding of Survey equipment, hire products and the customer base within the Falkirk area would be highly beneficial.
• The ability to lead and develop a high performing team who can deliver results and exceed customer expectations.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and overcome potential challenges within the workplace.
• Proficient in MS Office packages including Excel and Word.

About Us

About GAP and What We Offer

You'll be joining an industry leader that's growing and genuinely committed to your success. At GAP, we're proud to be the UK's leading equipment hire provider—supporting projects big and small across construction, infrastructure, events, and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions, we offer exciting opportunities in everything from Plant and Tools to Lifting, Survey, Pumps, Power and Environmental, and Event Services.

As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience, we believe in doing things the right way. That means:

• More investment in our equipment than anyone else in the industry, so you work with the best tools in the game.
• Remaining fully independent, which lets us make agile, long-term decisions that support your success.
• Offering real career growth, training, and development from day one.
• Support that values you – from generous holidays to Life Assurance and Health & Wellness Support.

Whether you're hands-on or customer-focused, there's a place for you at GAP where your work makes a difference. If you're up for the challenge and want to feel valued at work, then we'd love to hear from you! Ready to get started? Upload your CV and complete our short application—we'll take it from there.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and embrace the unique contributions each individual brings.