General Labourer

Compass Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK services provider is seeking a dedicated General Labourer in Bristol. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for various manual tasks, including general cleaning, setting up meeting spaces, and ensuring a high standard of quality work. The ideal candidate should possess a positive attitude and the ability to speak and understand English. This position offers a chance to progress your career within a company that values its employees and recognizes their contributions.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform various cleaning duties as required.
• Experience in undertaking manual tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Complete general unskilled labor tasks as requested.
• Perform cleaning tasks including litter and debris removal.
• Set up meeting rooms and furniture as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

General unskilled labour tasks

Ability to speak and understand English

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

We're currently recruiting a dedicated General Labourer to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a full‑time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

As a General Labourer, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Responsibilities

• General unskilled labour tasks as requested
• General ad‑hoc cleaning tasks
• Speak and understand English
• Work flexibly in line with business requirements
• Undertake a range of manual cleaning duties
• Follow the right procedures and challenge unsafe behaviour
• Be positive and proud of doing a great job
• Share knowledge and experience with other team members
• Clear and empty recycling external bins
• Clean litter and debris as required, including carparks
• Set up conference/meeting rooms – opening and closing partitions
• Move and set up furniture
• Move/transfer bulky items (e.g. televisions) for meetings
• Prepare for any open days
• Clean car park/building entrance ways – bad weather clearance
• Period checks of cycle racks, including removal of abandoned cycles
• Clean outdoor signage
• Clean ground‑level goose poo (only at ground level)
• Clean outdoor furniture and paint when required (yearly)

About Compass Group UK & Ireland

Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high‑profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

EEO Statement

Compass Group UK & Ireland is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!