General information
Reference
010797
Publication start date
10/04/2026
Job description
Managers
Post description
General Manager
Vacancy details
Division
Plant & Tools - Management
Title
General Manager
Contract type
Permanent Full Time
Vacancy location
Location
Arch 8, Pinchin Street, London, E11LX
Location
United Kingdom, London, Tower Bridge Plant & Tools
Requester
Number of positions to be provided
1
Employment Details
Contract hours
45.00
About the role
The Role
Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small hand tools to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.
As a General Manager at GAP Group you will develop and manage your depot team to drive performance and identify opportunities to increase revenue across new and existing customers. Quality and customer satisfaction are key drivers for GAP Group depots and the General Manager will ensure customers' expectations and needs are being met, through quality audits and customer visits. The General Manager also manage their own Profit Centre and will influence all aspects of Depot Operations – from staff recruitment and development to purchasing equipment and supplies.
About You
• Significant experience within an operational management role, preferably gained within the construction/hire industry
• An understanding of Plant and Tool equipment, hire products and the customer base within the Tower Bridge area would be highly beneficial
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop a high-performing team who can deliver results and exceed customer's expectations
• Previous experience and accountability for the profit and loss of business operations and a keen eye for business development opportunities
• 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
• Full UK Driving Licence
About Us
As a General Manager, 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, 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.
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, then 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