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Meet The Team

Everything We Aim to Be

Our Mission

To provide reliable, high-quality equipment solutions that prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction throughout the world.

Our Vision

As we grow, we aim to retain the personal touch we’ve had since starting out as a family business 35 years ago. We are driven to deliver equipment that meets the needs of our customers and the needs of our planet. We are dedicated to fostering long-term partnerships through exceptional service, innovation, and a commitment to sustainability and community responsibility.

Our Values

1. SAFETY

The safety of employees, customers, and the community is our top priority. GCE Hire Fleet is committed to strict safety protocols, regularly maintaining equipment, and providing appropriate training to minimise risks in equipment hire and handling.

2. CUSTOMER

GCE Hire Fleet strives to exceed customer expectations by offering reliable, high-quality equipment and personalised services. We focus on building long-term partnerships with customers through honesty, transparency, and understanding their specific needs.

3. COLLABORATION

Valuing the input and contribution of every team member, GCE Hire Fleet fosters a culture of teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect. Success is achieved when everyone works together toward common goals.

4. SUSTAINABILITY

GCE Hire Fleet is dedicated to minimising its environmental impact by promoting sustainable practices, reducing waste, and following eco-friendly policies in as many aspects of the business and supply chain as possible.

5. INNOVATION

GCE Hire Fleet emphasises innovation by investing in advanced technology and new equipment to offer the best solutions to our customers. We continuously seek ways to improve operations, enhance safety standards, and adapt to market changes.

6. INTEGRITY

Acting with integrity in all business dealings, GCE Hire Fleet Ltd maintains high ethical standards. Accountability is central, ensuring that commitments to clients and stakeholders are continually upheld.

Meet The Team

Chris Golborne

Chris Golborne

Managing Director



Chris is the Managing Director of GCE Hire Fleet and has been in the Heavy plant industry his whole career.

Chris started GCE in 1988 and has built the company into the leading heavy plant hire & used equipment supplier it is today, with two key guiding principles of quality over quantity and a passion for a deal.

Dan Harris

Dan Harris

General Manager

Call: 07734 820467
Office: 01733 202969
Email: dan@gcehirefleet.com

Dan joined GCE as General Manager in August 2022. Coming from a background in banking and IT, Dan is responsible for the day to day running and strategic direction of GCE.

He has brought a fresh look and thinking to the business, bringing it into the 21st century whilst working closely with Chris to maintain GCE’s customer focus and core family values.

Mark Wilson

Mark Wilson

Financial Controller

Call: 01733 202969
Email: accounts@gcehirefleet.com
 

Mark is our Financial Controller and has worked in finance for over 40 years. His experience has given him a wealth of knowledge.


He is a family man, loves to travel and has a great sense of humour, but we do have to forgive him for being a massive Peterborough United fan!

Katie Bratt

Katie Bratt

Plant Operations Coordinator

Call: 07842 029529
Office: 01733 202969
Email: katie@gcehirefleet.com

 
Katie joined GCE in May 2023. Her main roles include managing the hire desk, sales and transportation as well as supporting our sponsorships and promotional events.

Katie is also a mental health first aider and a fully qualified dance teacher, teaching dance classes alongside working at GCE.

Jack Harman

Jack Harman

Senior Engineer / Workshop Manager

Call: 07949 411431
Office: 01733 202969
Email: jack@gcehirefleet.com

 
Jack really is a ‘Jack Of All Trades’.

He joined GCE in August 2022 with a background in agricultural engineering & specialising in vehicle electrics.

Diagnosing issues, fixing those issues or rebuilding engines, he is the driving force behind the Maintenance & Servicing department at GCE.
 

Luke Gittins

Luke Gittins

Heavy Plant Engineer

Call: 01733 202969

Luke joined GCE in July 2024 and has worked in plant for over 14 years. He has worked on all sized plant from the tiny tools in a residential garden to crushers and screeners on quarry sites. Luke is a great asset to GCE, bringing a wealth of knowledge in all areas of maintenance, repairs and fabrication.

When not at work Luke’s passion is cars, cars….and more cars. “I race ‘em, break ‘em, fix ‘em – repeat.” Owning his own custom fabrication workshop & regularly attending car shows, he eats & breathes the automotive world .

Vasi Agu

Vasi Agu

Engineer

Call: 01733 202969
 

Vasi has been at GCE since October 2017 and is responsible for the cleaning and visual appearance of our machinery.
 
 
His attention to detail is excellent and no matter where a machine has to go around the world, he ensures all stringent cleaning requirements are exceeded. 
 
 

Zara Mansfield

Zara Mansfield

Trainee Engineer/Apprentice

Call: 01733 202969
 

Zara started her apprenticeship here at GCE in January 2025 and has a passion for green energy engineering. We are really excited to see where her career takes her.

When not at GCE, Zara spends most of her free time at Oundle Rugby Club as not just a player but also a coach and referee.

Alex Howson

Alex Howson

Parts Manager

Call: 07434 927193
Office: 01733 202969
Email: alex@gcehirefleet.com

Alex joined GCE in May 2025 to manage and run our parts department. All of our customers will benefit from his extensive knowledge when it comes to the world of parts.!

Alex is a motorsport lover with a passion for touring car races and WRC, especially when he can head trackside to watch the action live! His favorite track being Brands Hatch. When he’s not trackside, he’s hands-on maintaining and tinkering with his own cars and motorbikes. We have definitely added another car enthusiast to the workforce here at GCE!

Freddie

Freddie

Head of Security

Call: 01733 202969
 

Freddie has recently celebrated his 6th birthday and over the years has taken his job at GCE extremely seriously. Although he is often found lying in the sunshine or lounging around in his bed, he ensures that everyone who enters the premises under goes a full personality analysis and are fully vetted.

He is also one of our most expensive employees costing the business approximately two treats and three belly scratches per hour and two daily strolls.