About this role
Description
Operative – London
Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off
Shifts: 12 Hours
Overtime: Available
We are currently recruiting reliable and hardworking operatives for an ongoing position in London.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for stable, consistent work, a structured 4 on / 4 off rota, and the opportunity to increase their earnings through overtime.
The Role
- £14.80 per hour
- 12-hour shifts
- 4 days on / 4 days off
- Overtime available
- Ongoing work
- Consistent hours
- Opportunities to increase earnings
About You
The ideal candidate will be
- Reliable and punctual
- Hardworking and professional
- Comfortable working 12-hour shifts
- Able to commit to a 4 on / 4 off rota
- Flexible when overtime is required
- Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous
If you're looking for long-term work in London with reliable hours and overtime opportunities, apply today.
Send your CV over now to be considered.
About security roles for ex-police
Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.
See all security jobs in London →Why this fits a police background — match score 65/100
- Operational policing route
What security roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Security officer (SIA) | £24,000–£29,000 |
| Security supervisor / team leader | £28,000–£34,000 |
| Site / security manager | £38,000–£52,000 |
| Regional / operations security manager | £50,000–£65,000 |