Does G4S pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, G4S employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at G4S. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at G4S?

52% of G4S employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated G4S 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at G4S?

Security Officer (693) , Security Guard (286) , Vigilante Patrimonial (97) , Custom Protection Officer (72) , Steward (51) , Upscale Security Officer (50) , Shift Supervisor (45) , CPO (42) , Security (42) , Armed Security Officer (40) , Event Safety Steward (37) , Supervisor (37) , Security Supervisor (36) , Vigilante (36) , Manager (31)

What are the pros of working at G4S according to real employee reviews?

"The pay was good and I did like the work but was limited to advance even though I passed every course offered" ((in 259 reviews)); "some good people but constructed by lack of vision and leadership" ((in 112 reviews)); "They have really good benefits" ((in 83 reviews)); "Good salary and cool environment bosses are great" ((in 76 reviews)); "Some staff are friendly and help you a lot." ((in 38 reviews))

What are the cons of working at G4S according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours and very demanding" ((in 88 reviews)); "A number of managers don't seem to appreciate how their decisions will affect others ability to do their work" ((in 70 reviews)); "No training provided at all" ((in 53 reviews)); "Some supervisors are bad" ((in 43 reviews)); "No communication with main office." ((in 37 reviews))

What are employees saying about G4S layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about G4S layoffs and their outlook for job security at G4S in 2026.

What are the top reviewed G4S locations?

Buenos Aires , Córdoba , Pilar , Neuquén , Mendoza , San Martín , Campana , Olivos , Quilmes , Ramallo , Zárate , Rosario , San Luis , Las Heras , Río Grande , San Miguel , Gregorio de Laferrere

G4S reviews

3.4

52% would recommend to a friend

(3,739 total reviews)

Ashley Almanza

78% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

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G4S has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 3,739 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The G4S employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Administración y consultoría industry (3.7 stars).

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4K reviews

1.0

Oct 29, 2014

Former employee

Bank protection officer

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Pros

Absolutely none!!!!! Horrible company!

Cons

Everything, this company treat their employees like dogs! Standing outside in sub below zero weather? In all weather conditions! You would be better off on a leash in your own backyard. Management is a joke!

3.0

Oct 27, 2014

Terrible worst employer ever

Security officer

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Their isn't one i wouldn't recommend any.

Cons

The management were rude and downright abusive.

2.0

Oct 26, 2014

Not a place to start a career, good place to make extra money.

Unarmed security officer

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Pros

Friendly coworkers, uniforms are given to you for free, offer the D license class, A lot of overtime opportunities, You are able to move around anywhere within the U.S. with the company since they have contracts everywhere.

Cons

Not enough pay raise opportunities, Boring and mundane work, Private contract company, so if the company loses the contract with a client, you lose your job and have to go to another post which may pay lower.

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