Job Of The Week - Reach Truck & Counterbalance Drivers

We are looking for Reach Truck and Counterbalance Drivers to work for our client in Peterborough. 

A minimum of six months experience is essential. 

Various shifts are available with pay standing at £7.50 to £8.75 an hour. 

You will be working in a cold environment. 

This is a temporary position but can lead to a permanent role for the right candidate. 

A Reach Truck and/or Counterbalance license is also essential. 

If this sounds like something you could do then call us on 01733 344382 to speak to one of our Industrial Consultants. 

We no wot were talking about...do u?

As recruiters, we have seen our fair share of poorly written CV's, cover letters and applications. One thing is for sure, it's very off putting. When applying for any job, you are effectively trying to sell yourself. You are convincing the potential employer that you are the best candidate for the job. Don't ruin that with a handful of spelling and punctuation mistakes.

To make sure you are going to stand the best possible chance of getting your dream job, we have put together a list of commonly made mistakes and how you can rectify them. So, when you land your dream job thanks to your outstanding CV...you can thank us later!

Wen something is wrote incorrectley it is hard to read, yes? More often than not it can put ppl of reading it. U dont have to be a spelling wiz to know tht this paragraf is not readable. So, ask urselv...do u prof read everything u rite? Should u? The answer is yes.

➳ Chances are, if you give your potential employer a cover letter, CV or application that they can't read, they won't bother. If you know that you aren't the best at spelling or grammar, then ask a family member or friend who you trust, don't leave it to chance!

THERE IS NO NEED TO TYPE EVERYTHING IN CAPITAL LETTERS. YOU ARE NOT SHOUTING, THEREFORE DON'T MAKE IT LOOK LIKE IT.

➳ Using capital letters for names, places and at the start of a sentence is appropriate. Using capital letters to type full words or putting them randomly in is not. Some applications may require you to write in capital (or block) letters however, if they don't specifically ask for it then don't do it! Using only capital letters can make your application look very messy and rushed not to mention it looks like you are screaming!

Not everything needs to be bold or italic. 

➳ We recommend using a bold font for your name, contact details and job titles. You don't need to use it when talking about your hobbies or job role. Bold font should be for important things only..not everything in between. And Italic? Just stay away from the italic font. Please!

Keep it consistent, simple and uniformed. 

➳ Make sure you use the same font, size and colour...preferably a black font throughout. A CV that looks like something Picasso made is not going to get you an office job. Being consistent means that your application remains professional, looks neat and is easy on the eye.

Don't, use, too, many, commas, but make sure you use some otherwise it can be a bit too much to read in one go.

 ➳ Make sure you know what you're doing with your commas and full stops. There doesn't need to be a comma after every word but don't forget about them completely. Commas are there to help you carry on a sentence but still give the reader a break. Use this to your advantage. This means you won't have a bunch of super short sentences which can look simple and not give much to the reader. But please don't forget your capital letters after your full stops!!

So now you have our five top tips on the little things to take into consideration when writing a CV, cover letter or application. Now, go and wow your potential employer with your fancy new CV. You're welcome...

City Resource Bake-Off

If you follow us on our Social Media platforms (which you should be) then you will know, that this week we have been busy with our very own City Resource Bake Off! We thought, we'd shake things up a bit from the normal weekly blog post and put together a picture post with all the pictures from this week! So sit back, relax and scroll through pictures of some delicious looking cake!

After a fantastic week, we finally have a winner...and some stomach aches. It's safe to say, we won't be in a hurry to make more cupcakes any time soon!

Without further ado....

In first place, was Andy with his jaffa cake City Resource cupcakes! Well done Andy! 

In second place, was Tom with his 'Tiger Terrific Tangy Twist' cupcakes! Extra points for the handmade sign and 'Eye of the Tiger' song which accompanied your presentation!

And finally, we have Emily in third place with her traditional chocolate and buttercream icing cupcakes! Well done Emily!

Thank you to all of our followers, old and new this week for getting involved. We have thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and eagerly await our next competition!

Next stop, Great British Bake Off!

Finding A Job Through Facebook..

Nowadays, social media is the fastest way to get through to a company. Whether this be with a query, complaint or an employee compliment, using social media is going to get you the fastest response!

City Resource have put together a post showing you the best way to go about finding a job through Social Media. We are going to be looking specifically at Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.


Facebook - With 900,000,000 users a month, Facebook is the most popular social networking site. Companies are aware of this and utilise it to advertise things such as jobs, promotions and competitions etc. This is good news for you guys, the job seekers at it means, that you can find job openings quickly and efficiently! On Facebook, you can follow companies pages and sites to keep up to date with everything they post. This means, that by following recruitment agencies and job sites such as Reed, Jobsite, Monster etc..you are going to have regular job opportunities appear on your news feed. With regards to recruitment agencies and even some companies, you can even send them a message directly to find out whether or not they have any available positions at the current time. This is an easy way of job hunting without leaving the comfort of your own home! Not too mention its free, you can't go wrong....


Twitter - With 310,000,000 users a month Twitter is the second most popular social media site. Giving you 180 characters to get your thoughts across, Twitter has taken the world by storm. You can find just about anything on Twitter using the famous hashtag symbol '#'. By searching something as simple as '#jobs' you can get millions of results come up with all different job opportunities. Again, companies utilise this. For example, lets say you were looking for a job in London, you can search 'London Jobs' and get a ton of results. You will even be able to find recruitment agencies and job sites to follow and receive regular updates. Twitter even allows you to subscribe to get notified when a particular account posts a tweet. Sounds easy right? That's because it is!


LinkedIn - LinkedIn is now the third most popular social media site with 255,000,000 users a month, putting it above Pinterest and Google+! LinkedIn is purely business based. You create a profile, almost like a virtual CV and you can find jobs AND people can headhunt you! The good thing about LinkedIn, is that is finds jobs for you. Everyday on your news feed you will get suitable job opportunities come up based on your current and previous roles/experience! Again, like Facebook and Twitter you can follow companies and keep up to date with everything they post. Using LinkedIn is a fantastic way of making connections within the business industry, which eventually could lead you to your dream job! Just remember, the difference with LinkedIn is that it's purely for business - no one wants to know what you get up to at the weekend, so keep it professional!

So there you have it...easy as pie! Now you know how to search for a job online, follow us on social media to keep up to date with all the regular job opportunities we have!

Facebook: City Resource Ltd
Twitter: @PeterboroJobs
LinkedIn: City Resource Ltd

Job Of The Week - Retail Night Shift, St Neots

 We are seeking candidates for this week's Job Of The Week...Retail Night Shift for our client based in St Neots.

We are looking to recruit 8 members of staff for this position. Four to start this week and another four next week. It is full time, ongoing work with a fantastic opportunity for a permanent contract if all goes well.

We are looking for reliable, switched on candidates. The role is physical and involves the use of computers. 

Shifts are 18:00PM to 06:00AM. Wage starts at £6.50 per hour.
Due to the location of the job, own transport is required. 

If you are interested and feel like you fit the job description then give Helena a call on 01733 344382.

Choosing The Right Recruitment Agency

This week, we decided to change up our weekly blog post a little bit. We thought we would give some advice to any Business clients who are searching for a recruitment agency. We know just how important it is to find the right agency so we have come together and created a post with a bit of advice to help you make your decision.

We thought we would start by giving you some pro's to using an agency. This is for the companies that are sat on the fence and are indecisive as to whether or not they should use an agency...

Why use an agency? - 

- Specialist expertise in market place

- Reduced advertising costs

- Access to key strategic skilled worked force

- Save you time and therefore money. Only see CV’s/Candidates that are suitable for the job. No wasted time sifting through unsuitable applications.

- Access to people who aren’t actively looking for a new job
- Relieves the stress of having to find a suitable candidate.

Now you have decided that using an agency is the best choice, we are going to help you choose one. We have come up with four top qualities to look for when choosing the right agency to suit you and your businesses needs.

Choosing an agency.. - When choosing an agency, there are some important things to ask yourself... 

- Do they recruit the staff you are looking for? - If you are looking to recruit Warehouse Operatives then don't contact an IT recruitment company. You'll be wasting your time and theirs. Make sure you find out beforehand what sectors the agency recruits for. The majority of the time, you can find this out online through a simple Google search! 

- Are they really specialists? - Do they understand your needs? Are they able to meet them? Make sure you are dealing with an agency who have experience and are going to be able to help you. The last thing you need is something going wrong further down the line. A good way to find out if a company really are specialists is to request a reference. Don't be afraid to do so, at the end of the day it's the fate of your business in their hands. 

- Do they ask you questions? Do they want to come and meet you and see your premises, to find out about the company and its culture, or are they just order takers? - Are they showing a genuine interest? This is important as recruitment isn't an easy business. It takes a lot of time and doesn't always go to plan. Because of this, you need to make sure you have an agency who are going to be there for you 24/7, no matter what. You need to ensure that if you urgently need five more staff members for that day, that they can get you that. Don't settle for anything less.

- Do they belong to professional organisations such as REC/GLA/ALP? - REC, The Recruitment and Employment Confederation, GLA, Gang Master Licensing Association and ALP, Association of Labour Providers. Belonging to a professional organisation means that the business is not alone. They have access to professional/legal advice when they need it and more importantly they are not alone. It's not good for a business to isolate itself, when joining forces, you are able to offer better services and learn from not only your own experiences, but others too.
- Do they offer any in-house training or admin support? - Does the agency offer any extra support to you or your potential employees? This can be done through; English tests, health and safety testing, payroll support, invoices etc. All of this will contribute towards taking the stress away from you and ensuring you receive the best standard employees possible. 

So there you have it, a bit of advice when you're looking for a recruitment agency. We wish you all the best in your search for finding the 'perfect' agency to cater to your individual business needs.

Job Of The Week - Call Centre Operatives

It's time for Job Of The Week again, and this week we are going to be telling you about the fantastic opportunities we have available for Call Centre Operatives.

Work is based in Hampton, Peterborough so you must be able to ensure that you can make your own way there. The job is working in the call centre department taking calls from members of the public who have been involved in vehicle accidents.
Due to the nature of these calls you must remain calm and clear at all times and ensure that all the data inputted into the system is accurate and spelt correctly.
Please note, no sales are involved in this job role. 

If you have knowledge of insurance and/or vehicle terminology as well as the phonetic alphabet then you will be at a distinct advantage although this is not essential as a comprehensive 4 week training program is provided for all new starters.

The shifts are Monday - Friday working between the hours 0600 - 2200 on a 4 week rotation, 8 hours per day. Every 1 in 4 weeks you will need to work a Saturday but will get time off in lieu.

After a qualifying period you will be taken on as a permanent employee by our client. 
Pay starts at £6.50 - £7.00 per hour.
Immediate starts.

If you feel like you are right for the job then get in touch today!