Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Material Handling Solutions in Inverness
Established in 1975, GM Leitch has built a reputation as a trusted family-run supplier of material handling equipment across the Highlands, Islands, and Moray. As official dealers for Toyota and Manitou, we combine decades of local expertise with access to world-leading brands. Our team specialises in supplying, servicing, and hiring gas and engine-powered pallet trucks, forklifts, telescopic handlers, and articulated vehicles tailored to diverse industries including construction, agriculture, and aquaculture.With engineers regularly operating in remote locations like the Western Isles and Orkney Isles, we deliver comprehensive support ranging from routine maintenance to emergency breakdown assistance. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through partnerships with major clients such as Diageo and The Highland Council, while maintaining the same dedication to smaller businesses and individual customers.
Services
Equipment Sales
Equipment Hire
Maintenance Service
Parts Supply
Manitou Boutique
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 45+ years serving Scottish industries
- Official dealers for Toyota and Manitou equipment
- Engineers operate in remote locations including Orkney Isles
- Comprehensive service packages with genuine manufacturer parts
- Proven track record with major clients like Diageo
Services
Equipment Sales
We supply brand new Toyota and Manitou material handling equipment tailored to specific operational requirements. Our inventory includes gas and engine-powered pallet trucks, counterbalance forklifts, and articulated vehicles suitable for construction, manufacturing, and agricultural sectors. Used equipment undergoes rigorous inspection before resale.
Equipment Hire
Our fleet of over 250 trucks with attachments supports both short-term domestic needs and large-scale commercial projects. Hire options include telescopic handlers and forklifts with regular maintenance included. Specialised equipment available for unique industrial requirements across the Highlands region.
Maintenance Service
Thorough examinations, CFTS inspections, and LOLER compliance checks performed by certified engineers. We use genuine Toyota/Manitou parts for repairs and offer weekend on-call support for emergency breakdowns. Regular servicing ensures safety compliance and optimal equipment performance.
Parts Supply
As official dealers, we provide genuine Manitou and Toyota replacement parts with rapid delivery. Our depot maintains extensive stock levels, with new parts typically available within one week. Parts service supports both commercial operators and individual equipment owners.
Manitou Boutique
Curated range of Manitou specialty equipment available through our parts department. Includes attachments and niche handling solutions designed for specific industrial applications. Expert guidance provided for selecting appropriate machinery configurations.
People
Gordon Leitch
Director
With decades of industry experience, Gordon leads our sales operations as Director. He oversees new equipment procurement and client relationships, ensuring tailored solutions for both large corporations and individual customers across the Highlands region.
Stuart Kennedy
Hire Manager
Stuart manages our extensive hire fleet of over 250 trucks. He coordinates equipment availability and provides expert advice on selecting appropriate machinery for temporary projects, from domestic tasks to major commercial developments across northern Scotland.
Paul Snitch
Service Manager
Paul leads our technical team, overseeing maintenance and emergency response services. His expertise in LOLER compliance and equipment safety ensures minimal downtime for clients, with engineers available for urgent call-outs at weekends.
Billy Young
Parts Manager
Billy manages our genuine Manitou and Toyota parts inventory. He ensures rapid supply of critical components while maintaining quality control standards. His team supports both commercial operators and private customers requiring replacement parts for material handling equipment.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We cover the Highlands, Islands, and Moray regions, including remote locations like the Western Isles and Orkney Isles.
Do you offer equipment hire?
Yes, we have over 250 trucks available for short or long-term hire with regular maintenance included.
Are you official dealers for specific brands?
We are official dealers for Toyota and Manitou material handling equipment across northern Scotland.
Do you provide emergency services?
Our engineers offer weekend on-call support for urgent breakdowns and equipment failures.
What types of equipment do you sell?
We supply new and used gas/ diesel-powered pallet trucks, forklifts, telescopic handlers, and articulated vehicles.
Can I purchase Manitou parts through you?
Yes, we provide genuine Manitou and Toyota parts with rapid delivery for both commercial and private customers.
