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GAP GROUP LIMITED
Apprenticeship Level 3
Apply by: 28/08/2026
Apply now on the GOV.UK apprenticeship site
About The Role
Kick start your career as a Plant Mechanic with GAP Group’s award-winning Apprenticeship Programme. Earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience with expert fitters and a recognised qualification. Enjoy structured training, industry-leading equipment and real career progression. 3-year course, Mon - Fri 8.00am - 5.00pm.
As an Apprentice Fitter, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a qualified Plant Mechanic, including:
- Learning how to service, maintain and repair a wide range of plant machinery and equipment
- Replacing components, checking systems, and calibrating instruments
- Developing core engineering skills alongside exposure to modern technology, including electro hydraulics and computerised control systems
- Working alongside experienced fitters to gain hands-on, real-world experience in a busy workshop environment
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Requirements:
- A genuine interest in plant machinery and engineering
- A high level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication skills and a willingness to learn
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you can progress into a Workshop Fitter role. From there, GAP offers a variety of career pathways, including a Mobile Fitter, Workshop Foreman and Depot Manager. At GAP, we believe in developing our people and promoting from within.
About The Training
You will receive on-the-job training and attend Reaseheath College for three separate blocks per year, each block lasting three weeks. GAP will cover all accommodation, food, and travel expenses.
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About The Employer
Established in 1969, GAP Hire Solutions is the UK's leading independent equipment hire company. With 10 divisions and over 150 locations across the UK, we've got everything you need from dumpers, diggers and tools to track mats and portable toilets.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Training Provider
REASEHEATH COLLEGE
Course/Training
Construction equipment maintenance technician (level 3)
Apply by: 28/08/2026
Apply now on the GOV.UK apprenticeship site
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