2 jobs found for General Operative

General operative jobs are available in the following contract types:

• general operative jobs – permanent: in a permanent position, you work as a general operative for the same company until retirement. You will enjoy job security.
• general operative jobs – temporary: in a temporary role, you work as a general operative short-term. You can expand your experience and gain relevant skills.
• general operative jobs – contract: in a contract, you work for the same company for a predetermined period, usually a few months. You can determine if being a general operative is the right role for you.
• general operative jobs – full-time: in a full-time position, you work standard business hours during the working week. It is the ideal role if you are looking for a regular routine.
• general operative jobs – part-time: in a part-time position, you work reduced work hours. This gives you added flexibility, enabling you to handle other commitments.

As a general operative, you perform supportive tasks in warehouses, factories and construction sites. Your duties include transporting raw materials, preparing the foundation, putting up scaffolding and ladders, and building fences around the construction area. With your manual dexterity and physical skills, you assist specialised workers and operate heavy equipment.

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You will find more information on the general operative salary on the general operative job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.

If you are interested in becoming a general operative, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our general operative job profile.

While you don’t need higher educational qualifications to become a general operative, having basic qualifications improves your job prospects. Consider pursuing an NVQ Level 1 Certificate in construction skills or a Level 2 in construction operations. Alternatively, join an intermediate apprenticeship programme, such as a warehouse operative or construction apprenticeship.

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