GENERAL OPERATIVE - SHIFTS
| Posting date: | 25 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,158.40 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 December 2025 |
| Location: | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | G4S |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 17820 |
Summary
GENERAL OPERATIVE
Salary: £33,158.40 per Annum
Working Hours: 42 hours average [12 hour shifts, 4 on 4 off shift rotation]
Location: Cheltenham
Are you a proactive, resourceful individual with strong hands-on skills looking for a secure and structured career?
About the Role:
As a General Operative You will operate to deliver both planned and reactive maintenance tasks as allocated by the shift supervisor, responding to all incidents swiftly to minimise business disruption.
Key Responsibilities:
● Overseeing on-site contractors.
● Performing planned and reactive maintenance.
● Responding to defects, faults, and client requests.
● Maintaining records and producing simple reports.
● Identifying material requirements.
● Developing and maintaining contact with client representatives.
● Adhering to security policies.
Essential Skills & Experience :
● Practical Skills: Proven handy person skills (DIY/semi-skilled level) and previous experience in general Facilities Management (FM) or maintenance work.
● Communication & IT: Strong English language skills, basic IT knowledge (email, calendar), and familiarity with Word and Excel.
● Security Requirement: The ability to pass the DV security clearance process.
Join the G4S team today!
Benefits:
While working for G4S, you are entitled to a number of benefits and offers from G4S partners and other
organisations, from employee assistance provided through WeCare, to RAC cover and so much more, including the
below;
● 2.5% Golden Hello payment
● Up to £2000 annual retention bonus subject to eligibility criteria
● 25 days Annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday
● Progression, training and development catered to you.
● Refer A Friend incentives
● Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
● G4S Life Assurance Scheme.
● Subsidised healthcare plan.
● Charity work- Match-IT and Payroll Giving.
● Confidential Counselling Services
● 24/7 support specialising in health and medical
● Discounts on high street shops and brands including several leading high street brands, retailers and travel suppliers.
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Salary: £33,158.40 per Annum
Working Hours: 42 hours average [12 hour shifts, 4 on 4 off shift rotation]
Location: Cheltenham
Are you a proactive, resourceful individual with strong hands-on skills looking for a secure and structured career?
About the Role:
As a General Operative You will operate to deliver both planned and reactive maintenance tasks as allocated by the shift supervisor, responding to all incidents swiftly to minimise business disruption.
Key Responsibilities:
● Overseeing on-site contractors.
● Performing planned and reactive maintenance.
● Responding to defects, faults, and client requests.
● Maintaining records and producing simple reports.
● Identifying material requirements.
● Developing and maintaining contact with client representatives.
● Adhering to security policies.
Essential Skills & Experience :
● Practical Skills: Proven handy person skills (DIY/semi-skilled level) and previous experience in general Facilities Management (FM) or maintenance work.
● Communication & IT: Strong English language skills, basic IT knowledge (email, calendar), and familiarity with Word and Excel.
● Security Requirement: The ability to pass the DV security clearance process.
Join the G4S team today!
Benefits:
While working for G4S, you are entitled to a number of benefits and offers from G4S partners and other
organisations, from employee assistance provided through WeCare, to RAC cover and so much more, including the
below;
● 2.5% Golden Hello payment
● Up to £2000 annual retention bonus subject to eligibility criteria
● 25 days Annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday
● Progression, training and development catered to you.
● Refer A Friend incentives
● Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
● G4S Life Assurance Scheme.
● Subsidised healthcare plan.
● Charity work- Match-IT and Payroll Giving.
● Confidential Counselling Services
● 24/7 support specialising in health and medical
● Discounts on high street shops and brands including several leading high street brands, retailers and travel suppliers.
#LI-RG1