General information
Reference
010541
Publication start date
08/04/2026
Job description
Managers
Post description
General Manager
Vacancy details
Division
Non Mechanical - Management
Title
General Manager - 12 Months FTC
Contract type
Temporary Full Time
Vacancy location
Location
Islay House, Dock Road, Tilbury, RM187EQ
Location
United Kingdom, London, Tilbury Non Mech
Requester
Vacancy contact last name
Lanciotti
Vacancy contact first name
Beatrice
Vacancy contact email
Beatrice.Lanciotti@gap-group.co.uk
Number of positions to be provided
1
Employment Details
Contract hours
45.00
About the role
The Role
Our nationwide Non Mechanical division hire a range of equipment including crowd control barriers, scaffolding and road plates to the events industry alongside our more traditional business sectors within the construction, utilities, and infrastructure sectors
As a General Manager at GAP, you will manage your own Profit Centre and will influence all aspects of Depot Operations – from staff recruitment and motivation to purchasing equipment and supplies.
You will be an experienced Manager looking for a new and exciting challenge who can lead your team to perform to the best of their abilities. With an in-depth understanding of our business you will generate new ideas to drive your depot forwards and be at the forefront of customer interaction.
Please note this position is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
About You
• Previous operational management experience
• Previous experience within Non Mechanical preferred but not essential
• Drive & Motivation to deliver tangible results
• A full UK driving licence
• A high level of IT literacy –particularly in word and excel
About Us
As a General Manager, 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, 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
