General information
Reference
010359
Publication start date
09/02/2026
Job description
Drivers
Post description
Driver/Fitter
Vacancy details
Division
Lifting - Driver
Title
Driver/Fitter
Contract type
Permanent Full Time
Vacancy location
Location
64 St James Mill Road, Northampton, Northampton, NN55JP
Location
United Kingdom, Midlands, Northampton Lifting
Requester
Number of positions to be provided
1
Employment Details
Contract hours
42.50
About the role
The Role
Our nationwide Lifting division hires a range of equipment including hoists, slings and winches to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.
The duties of the Driver/Fitter will include loading, delivery and collection of hire equipment to and from the customer site in a timely and professional manner, demonstration (if required) and completing any relevant checks and administration involved for the hire. You will also be required to diagnose faults and repairs, and assist with maintenance of the Lifting Equipment.
About You
Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:
• Significant experience working within a driving role delivering and collecting equipment from customer sites
• Hands on approach with an interest in mechanics/maintenance, and willingness to learn new skills
• Excellent customer service skills and strong attention to detail
• An understanding of Health & Safety protocols and the ability to follow these guidelines in the workplace
• Full UK Drivers Licence
About Us
From one division, GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.
Benefits include:
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)
So what next?
If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!
To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.
GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER