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* Monday – Friday, but as this is a 7-day operation, flexibility is essential — including picking up emergencies out of hours.
* Hours are fully flexible in line with business needs
* Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum (depending on experience) + 10% annual bonus
* Contract: Full-time, permanent
Job Introduction
* 40 hours per week
* Monday – Friday, but as this is a 7-day operation, flexibility is essential — including picking up emergencies out of hours.
* Hours are fully flexible in line with business needs
* Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum (depending on experience) + 10% annual bonus
* Contract: Full-time, permanent
* Location: RAF Benson, Wallingford, OX10 6AA
Please note: due to security vetting requirements for this role, you must have been a resident of the UK for a minimum of 5 years.
At Sodexo, we believe government agencies should operate with respect, efficiency, and effectiveness — fostering productivity, prioritising employee well-being, and building stronger communities.
We’re looking for an experienced General Manager to join our team at RAF Benson in Wallingford — a role where leadership meets purpose.
What You’ll Do
* Oversee the day-to-day management, coordination, and control of all Defence activities across designated contracts and affiliated sites, in line with our Schedule of Requirements and operational manuals.
* Drive growth by managing additional independent contracts and expanding service offerings.
* Plan, organise, and deliver services across operational business areas, ensuring compliance with SLAs, KPIs, and contractual terms.
* Manage team performance, control budgets, and build strong, collaborative relationships aligned with Sodexo’s vision and values.
What You Bring
* Proven management experience within the soft FM service industry, covering leadership, people management, recruitment, training, and performance management (including disciplinary and grievance procedures).
* Excellent communication skills, strong numeracy, and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Strong knowledge of health & safety and food safety management, with IOSH Managing Safely and CIEH Level 3 qualifications desirable.
* Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively, with high attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a track record of innovative solutions.
* Experience in a military environment and management in a similar role would be an advantage.
What We Offer
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of something greater. You’ll be valued for who you are, act with purpose, and make a real impact every day. Our benefits include:
* Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme (including legal, financial, and bereavement support)
* Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme for you, friends & family
* Salary Finance Platform for money insights and benefits
* Sodexo Retirement Plan membership & death-in-service benefit
* Career development, apprenticeships, and learning tools
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Paid volunteering opportunities
* Flexible and dynamic work environment
* Competitive pay, full training, and uniform supplied
Ready to lead with purpose?
Apply today and help us deliver excellence at RAF Benson.
Attached documents
* 2025 Benefits UK Brochure V9.pdf
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