Apprentice Hire and Sales Coordinator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026.
General information
Reference
011805
Publication start date
17/09/2026
Job description
Apprentices
Post description
Apprentice Hire & Sales Co-ordinator
Vacancy details
Division
Plant & Tools - Apprentice
Title
Apprentice Hire and Sales Coordinator
Contract type
Permanent Full Time
Vacancy location
Location
Blenheim Place, Dunston Industrial Estate, Gateshead, Newcastle, NE119HF
Location
United Kingdom, North East, Newcastle Plant & Tools
Requester
Number of positions to be provided
1
Employment Details
Contract hours
42.50
About the role
The Role
GAP Group Apprentices are a key in ensuring our Depots have the right level of expertise, today, tomorrow and in future.
As an Apprentice Hire & Sales Co-ordinator (HSC) you will be enrolled in a blended learning programme where you will gain NVQ Level 2 in Hire Desk Operations through a mixture of on the job experience and online training through a leading training provider.
Our 2-year Apprenticeship Programme covers all the essential skills and principles you will need to become a HSC and you'll learn how to run an effective hire desk, including stock control and purchasing, driving sales and managing customer queries effectively whilst co-ordinating drivers to ensure customers' needs are met. You'll also study everything from customer service and sales skills to back office administration and credit control of a high-performing hire desk.
Our Apprenticeship Programme allows you to earn as you learn:
Apprentices under 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 39 hours per week with a starting salary of £16,224 per annum.
Apprentices over 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 42.5 hours per week with a starting salary of £17,860 per annum.
After successful completion of Year 1 you will automatically be placed on the National Minimum Wage rate for your age group.
About You
To apply for the GAP Group Apprenticeship Programme you will need to demonstrate the following:
o 4 National 4's OR GCSE's Grades C or above
o A keen interest in customer service and sales
o High level of attention to detail and accuracy
o Good communication and IT skills
About Us
GAP Group believe in rewarding their employees for their hard work and commitment, and offer the following benefits:
- 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, Eye Tests) 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.