The Role
Ready to take your skills on the road and make an impact across an entire region? We're looking for a skilled and flexible Regional Fitter (Plant Mechanic) to support our high performing Plant & Tool division. Based from a “home” depot, you'll work across a defined region, supporting multiple GAP depots and customer sites as required. You'll provide additional fitting resource where demand is highest, helping to reduce downtime, clear backlogs, and keep equipment hire ready across the region. Please note this is a mobile role covering between Brighton, Maidstone, Colchester & Bury St Edmunds and so we are flexible on the suitable candidate's location. The role will involve regular overnight stays.
What You'll Be Doing
- Servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of plant and tools across the GAP fleet, including compressors, mini excavators, dumpers, trailers, and small tools
- Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs at depots and customer sites across the region
- Completing planned servicing, repairs, and refurbishments to support equipment availability and minimise downtime
- Checking, testing, and tagging equipment, accurately completing service records, test certificates, and associated paperwork
- Working safely on customer sites and across depots, following all GAP and customer Health & Safety requirements
About You
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone with strong technical expertise and a proactive approach, including:
- Proven experience as a plant mechanic/fitter, with a relevant qualification or time-served background in an industry with transferable skills is welcomed
- Strong diagnostic, mechanical, and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently across different depots and customer sites
- A flexible approach to travel and changing regional priorities
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- A proactive, safety focused mindset and commitment to high standards
- A full valid driving licence
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
If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise makes a real difference across the region, we'd love to hear from you.
We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and embrace the unique contributions each individual brings.
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Regional Fitter in Portsmouth employer: GAP Group Limited
The GAP Group Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and professional development. As a Regional HGV Driver, you will benefit from comprehensive training, including RoSPA certification and NPORS qualification, while enjoying the flexibility of working from a home depot. With a focus on employee growth and a commitment to delivering quality service, GAP Group provides a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their role.
