Fitter

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

Job summary

A leading equipment hire provider in Glasgow is seeking a skilled Plant Mechanic to ensure the fleet of machinery is well-serviced and hire-ready. The role involves maintaining equipment, diagnosing faults, and occasionally working on customer sites. The ideal candidate has a relevant qualification and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. This position offers significant career progression and the chance to work with high-quality equipment within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous holidays

Life Assurance

Health & Wellness Support

Real career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a plant mechanic/fitter with relevant qualifications.
• Solid knowledge of heavy machinery maintenance.
• Ability to stay calm and detail-oriented under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining the plant and tool equipment.
• Diagnosing faults and completing efficient repairs.
• Attending customer sites for maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Technical expertise

Problem-solving

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant qualification in plant mechanics or similar

Tools

Heavy plant machinery

Job description

United Kingdom, Scotland, Anniesland Plant & Tools

Location

Unit 39, Anniesland Village Business Park, Netherton Road, GLASGOW, G131EU

Contract

42.50 hours per week

About the role

Ready to get hands‑on with industry‑leading equipment and make a real impact? We're looking for a skilled and motivated Plant Mechanic to join our high‑performing Plant & Tool division. If you're passionate about machinery, thrive on solving problems, and want to be part of a business that's growing fast—this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

As a Plant Mechanic, you'll play a key role in keeping our fleet of diggers, dumpers, and hand tools hire‑ready. You'll carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs—both in the depot and occasionally on customer sites—ensuring our equipment is safe, reliable, and ready to go when our customers need it.

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

• Servicing and maintaining a wide range of plant and tool equipment within the GAP fleet
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently to minimise downtime
• Accurately updating service records and ensuring compliance with safety standards
• Occasionally attending customer sites to carry out repairs and maintenance
• Supporting the depot team to ensure equipment availability and customer satisfaction

About You

We’re looking for someone with strong technical expertise and a proactive approach.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a plant mechanic/fitter, with a relevant qualification or time‑served background in an industry with transferable skills is welcomed
• Solid, up‑to‑date knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• A customer‑focused mindset and a collaborative team spirit
• A full, valid driving licence is preferred but not essential

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.

About Us

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
• Supporting a workplace 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, 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—regardless of gender, age, disability, race, sexual orientation, religion, or background. We promote inclusivity, respect, and good working practices to help every employee thrive and perform at their best.