General Operative Shifts

Role Responsibility

General Operative - Cheltenham

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per year

Hours: Full-time, permanent (average 42 hours per week, 2 day shifts 2 night shifts and 4 off)

Location: FCO Cheltenham, GL51 0EX

Join our team at G4S Facilities Management! We're passionate about the services we provide, and our facilities management professionals are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for an organised, proactive, and resourceful General Operative with good communication skills to join our friendly team at a prestigious building in Cheltenham.

About The Role

You'll be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance as directed, responding to incidents to minimise disruption, and working closely with the client. This includes overseeing contractors, maintaining records, identifying material needs, and building relationships with client representatives.

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.
  
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

Essential Skills and Experience:

• DIY or semi-skilled handyman abilities.
• Good English language skills.
• General understanding of plant and equipment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Basic IT skills, including email and calendar use.
• Previous experience in general facilities management or maintenance.
• Ability to obtain DV clearance.
  
  
  

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 on commencement of employment.
• Annual retention bonus of £2,000 (pro-rata for part time employees), subject to maintaining clearance requirements.
• 25 days Annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday or as is
• 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.
  
  
  

Do you think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Please be aware that due to the nature of the business security clearance to a high government level will be required.

G4S is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.