General information
Reference
008158
Publication start date
07/02/2025
Job description
Managers
Post description
General Manager
Vacancy details
Division
Trenching & Shoring - Management
Title
General Manager - Tilbury
Contract type
Temporary Full Time
Vacancy location
Location
United Kingdom, London, Tilbury Trenching & Shoring
Location
Islay House, Dock Road, Tilbury, RM187EQ
Requester
Number of positions to be provided
1
Employment Details
Contract hours
45.00
About the role
The Role
**Please note this is a fixed term contract that will cover maternity leave for 12 months**
Our team is the best in the industry – is it time for you to join us?
The Role:
Our nationwide Trenching and Shoring division hire a range of equipment across the construction, utilities and infrastructure industries to identify the correct solution to support excavations safely using trench boxes, trench sheets, and braces systems.
As a General Manager at GAP, you will manage your own Profit Centre and will influence all aspects of Depot Operations – from staff recruitment and motivation to purchasing equipment and supplies.
You will be an experienced Manager looking for a new and exciting challenge who can lead your team to perform to the best of their abilities. With an in-depth understanding of our business you will generate new ideas to drive your depot forwards and be at the forefront of customer interaction.
About You
Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:
• Previous experience in a managerial or operational role, preferably gained within the hire industry
• Experience within Ground Shoring or Temporary works is highly desirable
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop a high-performing team who can deliver results and exceed customer's expectations
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and provide solutions for potential challenges within the workplace
• Proficient in MS Office packages including Excel and Word
• A full UK driving licence
About Us
GAP Hire Solutions now has 11 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 profit share, loyalty holidays and a staff social fund. 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
• Company Car
• 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