Ready to build your skills, get hands on with quality equipment, and develop your career as a Plant Mechanic? We're looking for a Semi Skilled Fitter (Plant Mechanic) to join our busy Plant & Tool division. If you've got mechanical aptitude, enjoy practical work, and are keen to develop your knowledge in a workshop environment, this could be a great opportunity to take the next step in your career. Working primarily in the depot workshop, you'll support the servicing, maintenance, and safety checking of small plant and tools, ensuring equipment is well maintained, safe, and ready for hire. You'll work closely with experienced Fitters and the Workshop team, developing your skills through hands on experience and training.
What You'll Be Doing
- Servicing and maintaining a range of small plant and tools to ensure they are safe and hire ready
- Diagnosing and repairing faults across petrol, diesel, and electrically powered equipment
- Carrying out PAT testing on electrical tools in line with company procedures
- Completing safety checks and reporting any issues or defects to the Foreman
- Updating service, repair, and testing records
- Supporting Top 50 tool availability by maintaining high workshop standards
- Assisting with workshop duties, including cleaning and organisation
- Supporting driving duties during holidays or periods of absence, where required
What You'll Bring
- Mechanical experience, aptitude, or qualifications relevant to small plant or tools
- Basic fault finding knowledge or hands on repair experience
- An understanding of safe working practices and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn PAT testing and equipment compliance standards (training can be provided)
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to work well as part of a team and follow procedures
- A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential
Benefits
- Generous holidays
- Life Assurance
- Health & Wellness Support
GAP Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
