Chargehand – Plant & Tools Workshop Lead

GAP Group; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hire solutions company in the UK is seeking a Chargehand for their Kilmarnock depot. The role involves managing the workshop operations, ensuring equipment maintenance, and supervising Fitters. Ideal candidates have experience as a mechanic or fitter, strong knowledge of heavy machinery, and must possess a valid driving license. This role offers a competitive salary along with a range of benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 days additional leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working as a mechanic/fitter, a relevant mechanical qualification or time served would be beneficial.
• Sound and current knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to develop and manage teams within a fast-paced workshop environment.
• A valid driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient running of the workshop including maximising plant availability.
• Allocate and monitor the workload of depot Fitters.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and kept in working order.

Skills

Experience working as a mechanic/fitter

Knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance

Attention to detail

Ability to manage teams

Valid driving license

Job description

A leading hire solutions company in the UK is seeking a Chargehand for their Kilmarnock depot. The role involves managing the workshop operations, ensuring equipment maintenance, and supervising Fitters. Ideal candidates have experience as a mechanic or fitter, strong knowledge of heavy machinery, and must possess a valid driving license. This role offers a competitive salary along with a range of benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.