Job Of The Week - Production Operatives & A BIG Thank You!

Good Morning everyone. It's Monday again, which means one things...it's time for 'Job of the Week'!

This week, we are going to be telling you all about our new Production Operatives role.

The role is based with our client in St Neots so candidates with their own vehicle will be highly sought after! The job is working for a major producer of chocolate.

Shifts are 06:00 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:00 (employees must arrive twenty minutes before the start of their shift).

You will be working on a line packing food so previous food factory/packing experience would be highly desirable though not essential. Safety boots are required.

Wage is £6.50 per hour and this is full time, long term work (minimum three months). 

Immediate start!

Another positive note, here at City Resource, we would like to say a BIG thank you to all of our wonderful candidates who showed up for the giant selfie! We successfully took a fantastic picture and have submitted it for the Peterborough Arts Festival! We were also fortunate enough to feature on the Peterborough Presents Facebook page, which you can see here! Thanks again to everyone who took part!

NB: Submitted selfies will be available to see during the Peterborough Arts Festival on the 4th and 5th September.

Do I Need A Cover Letter?

An important question that people always ask themselves when applying for a job. Do I need a cover letter? Well, as there isn't really a straightforward answer, we have put together a pro's and con's list so you can decided for yourself.

Pro's:

• You'll stand out. - There is no point in giving out a cover letter that you found off Google and several other people will have also found and handed in. Make it unique to you. This is your chance to shine. 
• It's all about you! - When written  properly, a cover letter is the perfect opportunity for you to truly express who you are and what you enjoy doing without having to cram it onto a CV. Do not rush it. 
• Improved CV? - Make sure your cover letter is going to blow the potential employer away! Not only will the letter catch their eye, it'll also make your CV appear better than it might actually be! However, make sure your cover letter matches up with your CV and makes sense.
• Know your stuff.. - Is the letter relevant to the position you are applying for? This is of huge importance. Making sure it's relevant can prove to the employer that you know your stuff and are passionate about the role in question. 

Con's: 

• Time consuming - Writing a good cover letter does take more time than just submitting a CV. However, surely its worth it if you get the job of your dreams?
• Wasted Opportunity? - Have you done enough to make your cover letter stand out? If not, you've wasted your time. Don't let that happen! Make sure you really put in the effort in order to get the most out of your cover letter.
• Don't bore your employer... - Employers don't always require a cover letter so make sure you find out if they do beforehand. The last thing you want to do is bore your employer, as by doing so, you could put your CV at risk. Make sure your letter is interesting and worth their attention!

So, now it's up to you. Are you going to keep handing the same letter to every potential employer? Maybe, you're going to write your first cover letter? Whatever you have taken from this, we hope we have given you an insight on whether or not a cover letter is really worth it...

Job Of The Week - Warehouse Supervisor

It's Monday again, which means one thing. Another blog post advertising our Job of the Week. This week, it's for a Warehouse Supervisor position with our client based in Bretton, Peterborough. 

Your daily responsibilities will include, leading the warehouse team and line manage appropriately, maintaining and improving the warehouse operating environment and ensuring incoming and out-going goods are delivered OTIF. You will be tasked with ensuring that the processes are respected and improved where possible. You will be responsible for controlling consumables, interacting with consumable suppliers and internal stakeholders. You will be held responsible for the cleanliness of the portion of the yard owned by the warehouse team. 

Key Tasks:

➣  Line manage the warehouse team (currently of 3 people), and ensure adequate training and development to do the job is completed.

➣ Ensure internal deliveries of material are on time in full and in good condition to meet the needs of the business.

➣To follow and improve internal processes and procedures relating to internal logistics.

➣ Liaise with the customer service, procurement and quality teams to ensure customer satisfaction and internal process adherence.

➣ To ensure safety in the warehouse environment and safe actions of the warehouse team.

➣  Manage the consumable materials in conjunction with the procurement department.

 ➣Ensure the warehouse and local environment is kept to world class 5S standards and that this ethos is respected by their team.

➣ To lead by example, and support the warehouse team in conducting their duties in the warehouse.

➣ Maintain the warehousing procedure in accordance with ISO 9001

➣Any other reasonable duties reasonably required.

This is a full time, permanent position. 

Two years minimum previous warehouse experience is required. 

If you think that you fit the bill then send your CV to Toby at toby@cityresourceltd.co.uk

Interviews - Are You Prepared?

Can you hold your own during an interview? Do you find it easy to talk to a potential employer? Then well done you! In a recent survey of 2000 bosses, 33% claimed that they know within the first ninety seconds of the interview whether or not that person is suitable for the job. The average interview is 40 minutes.

Fear not, City Resource are here to help again. We have created a list of five of the most commonly made mistakes during interviews. We are going to explain why you should avoid these things and how avoiding them is going to work in your favour during the interview ahead.

Hand gestures - You do not need to wave your arms around frantically during an interview. Chances are the employer is not appreciating them, with 9% of employers saying that candidates used too many hand gestures during interviews. Keep the hand movements to a minimum, seriously.

The neon tie...maybe not? - 55% of employers said that the way a person dresses is one of the most influential factors when meeting new people. Unless you are applying for a job in fashion then that big fur coat or the bright red shoes might not be appropriate. You need to show the employer that you are professional and business minded, not a fashionista. Unfortunately, this mistake is quite a big one with 70% of employers saying that they don't want their employees to be fashionable or trendy and another 65% of employers saying that clothes are the deciding factor between two candidates. With that said, lets leave the spotty tie for another day..

Look them in the eye.. - Interviews are scary at the best of times, let alone when you actually have to make eye contact with the employer! 67% of employers said that lack of eye contact during an interview is one of the most commonly made mistakes. It isn't that bad. It shows you are a strong, confident candidate and employers will appreciate it!

You're not a robot! - You are only human! It's ok to show emotion, personality and humour...employers will appreciate that! Don't be afraid to have a laugh during your interview! As long as everything remains professional then no harm can be done! Employers want to know they are hiring someone with personality and the ability to get on with the rest of the team. This is your only chance to prove that that person is you. Make a lasting impression...

Winging it.. - Are you prepared? No. Bad move. It is so important to make sure you are prepared for the interview, read up on the company, have some questions prepared..know your stuff! Do not, leave it until last minute and then end up forgetting. Doing so, might lose you your chance.

Source: All of the above survey references were taken from the Career Geek Blog.

We're Recruiting - Selfie Participants!

Yes, you read that correct. We are recruiting people to take part in a giant selfie. Peterborough are hosting a 'Selfie Project' for the Peterborough Arts festival in September. Here at City Resource Ltd we love a good selfie so jumped at the chance to take part. 

This is where you come in. We need you to take part. If you have ever been into the office to register, are one of our temporary workers, a fan of our Facebook posts or even a client of ours, then we want you to be involved! 

On Friday 21st at 3 o'clock, we are going to be taking the picture at our Peterborough office ready for the festival on the 4th and 5th of September. 

So, what do you say? Want to be involved? Get in touch! Call us on 01733 344382 or email Emily at marketing@cityresourceltd.co.uk

Lets recreate the 2014 Oscar selfie, City Resource style!

Is Your CV Worth The Read?

Nowadays, finding a job is incredibly competitive and an employer can be given over a hundred Curriculum Vitae's, (more commonly known as a CV) to go through in the hope of filling one position! To ensure your CV is given the time it deserves, you need to make sure that it's up to scratch.

So, ask yourself...is your CV worth looking at? If the answer is no, then worry not. We have come up with some top tips to help you write the perfect CV.

FFunctional VS Quirky - you decide! Are you applying for a design job? If so, then go crazy and make your CV as creative as possible! If however, you are applying for a job that does not involve any design work then your CV needs to be functional as opposed to decorative. It needs to be consistent and uniformed. Employers will dance with joy over a neat, clean and well typed CV.

FMake sure it's relevant...do some research! Do you know what position you are applying for and which company you are applying to? If not, it might be a good idea to do some research and cater your CV to the company needs. If you are applying for multiple jobs, make note of them. This way, you'll be able to keep track of exactly which position and company each job is for. Make sure all of your work experience is as relevant as possible and don't be afraid to emphasize on areas of work you have already done that are of more relevance to the job you are applying for.

FBe honest! Employers WILL find out. Sooner or later, you'll be in conversation with a colleague and it'll come up that really you have never worked for Google or Sky or any of the companies on your CV and the conversation that follows isn't going to be a fun one. As cliche as it sounds, honesty really is the best policy.

FToo generic? Ok, so you find a template online and follow that in order to make sure your CV contains all the right information. That's fine to begin with, however, think how many other people will have done that with their CV's. Make your CV personal to YOU. On average an employer will spend one minute per CV when looking for a potential candidate. This means, you have one minute to get your personality and skills across to them. Make it count!

FWhen did it happen? Is your CV in chronological order? If your CV is all jumbled up and not in any sort of time order an employer won't even give it a second glance. Your CV should start with your most recent position at the top and work down. This way, the potential employer can see what you have been doing at work recently and how you have progressed throughout your various job roles.

FDon't leave gaps! So that gap you have between the job you left in 2008 and the job you started in 2010...what were you doing? To avoid having to explain your absences, fill in the gaps. Make sure you include the months you worked as well as the years.

FProof read! Does it make sense? If you misspell 'Curriculum Vitae' on the first line, most employers are likely to throw your CV aside without a second glance. Proof read EVERYTHING! Then, once you have read it through, get someone else to read it. Don't leave any room for errors. Ask yourself, is everything spelt correctly? Have you got the names and addresses right? Are your contact details on there?

FReferences If you have any, include them. Employers like references. If you can name a referee then it makes you seem more employable and employees are more likely to take you into consideration than someone without a reference.

So there you have it,a few basic steps that will ensure your CV will make it's way to the top of the pile! Your CV is an important part of getting that job that you've always wanted...so do it properly, don't cut corners!

Job Of The Week - CALLING ALL DRIVERS!

Do you have six months minimum driving experience? Are you a Class 1 Limited Company Driver? If so, WE NEED YOU! 

Here at City Resource Ltd we have several vacancies available for Class 1, Class 2 and 7.5 Tonne drivers! We have positions for full and part time, ongoing contracts available for day, night and weekends - YOU CHOOSE!

You must have at least six months minimum driving experience and previous driving references are also required. For all drivers a Digi Tacho Card and full CPC are compulsory as well as no more than six points on their license! 

Our current rates, as it stands are:

Class 1 - £10 p/h and £14 p/h on weekends.

Class 2 - £8.50 p/h and £13 p/h on weekends.

7.5 Tonne- £8 p/h and £11 p/h on weekends. 

We also offer CPC Courses HERE in our Peterborough Office. To find out more about those come by our office and Speak to either Mick Davies or Ian Bloor.

If any of the above applies to you then please come by our Peterborough office and speak to Ian Bloor, our driving consultant. Alternatively you can call us on 01733 344382 between 8am and 4:30pm, Monday - Friday.