General information

Job description

Foreman

Post description

Foreman

Vacancy details

Division

4 Group - Guernsey - Workshop

Title

Foreman

Contract type

Permanent Full Time

Vacancy location

Location

Location

United Kingdom, North West, Douglas Plant & Tools

Requester

Vacancy contact last name

Burns

Vacancy contact first name

Erin

Vacancy contact email

erin.burns@gap-group.co.uk

Number of positions to be provided

1

Employment Details

Contract hours

42.50

About the role

The Role

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Workshop Foreman to join our Plant & Tool division. If you're passionate about machinery, thrive on team leadership and want to be part of a business that's growing fast—this could be the opportunity for you.

As the Foreman, you'll be at the heart of our depot operations, ensuring our fleet is maintained to the highest standards and always hire-ready. You'll lead a team of Fitters, manage workloads, and drive performance—while keeping safety, efficiency and quality front and centre.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role offering real career progression in a company that invests in its people.

What You'll Be Doing
• Oversee the day-to-day of the workshop and ensure plant equipment is available for hire
• Allocate and monitor workloads across the fitter team to maximise productivity and meet performance targets
• Lead by example to maintain high standards of safety, service, and equipment care
• Implement planned maintenance programmes to reduce downtime and repair costs
• Ensure accurate records of servicing, repairs and appliance testing are maintained and compliant with legislation
• Manage workshop cleanliness, vehicle maintenance schedules, and off-hire inspections
• Coach and develop workshop staff, identify training needs, and support career growth
• Monitor plant breakdowns and ensuring efficient resolution
• Ensure PPE is worn and safe working practices are followed at all times

About You

We're looking for someone with strong technical expertise and leadership skills, including:
• Ideally experience in a senior plant mechanic/fitter role, with a relevant qualification or time-served background
• Solid, up-to-date knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Strong team management skills in a fast-paced workshop environment
• A full, valid driving licence

About Us

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

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.