FAQs
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do I accrue holiday?
Yes, you accrue 25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays each year which are fully paid. Our holiday year runs from 1st January - 31st December each year.
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what do I have to wear?
Randstad and Perkins supply uniforms (personalised t-shirt, jumper and trousers) as well as high specification safety boots, eye wear protection and any other PPE required for your job, free of charge.
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what will my first week consist of?
Randstad and Perkins invest highly in your training, safety and product knowledge, the first week is based in an accredited training facility on-site, to ensure you have all of the knowledge, and technical skills needed to produce the globally high quality engines that Perkins are renowned for.
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do I need my own transport or is there public transport?
Rail: The closest train station is approx 2.5miles from site
Bus: The closest stop to Perkins is: ''Newark Sainsbury's'' this is 400m from site
Cycling: There are secure, covered bike shelters, free for use on site
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is there a canteen facility on site?
Yes, Perkins have ''Franks Cafe'' which serves hot & cold food daily, as well as a Costa Coffee. There are also microwaves, fridges and storage for packed lunches, along with multiple dining area's at site
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are there any other benefits?
As well as a safe environment, bespoke training and excellent on-site facilities (showers, canteens etc) we also offer high performance rewards, and discount rates at local gym's too.
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what different shifts are available?
1. Days only 7am-4.15pm (Mon-Thurs) 7am-11am (Friday)
2. 2 shifts (2wks Days x 2wks Nights) Nights (Mon-Wed 8.30pm-7am, Thurs 9.30pm-7am)
3. 3 shift rotating 1st week: 6am-2pm, 2nd week: 2pm-10pm, 3rd week: 10pm-6am
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how much experience do I need?
Although some experience is required, if you have a good attitude, motivation to work and an enthusiasm to learn, there are suitable opportunities that you would be considered for without prior experience.
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what type of opportunities are there through Randstad?
A wide range, including Assembly Operative, Maintenance technicians, CNC Machinist, Warehouse Operatives, Team leaders and much more, plus after 6 months service, based upon business demands, the opportunity of applying for permanent positions which are advertised internally.
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are there any other benefits?
LAs well as a safe environment, bespoke training and excellent on-site facilities (showers, canteens etc) we also offer high performance rewards, and discount rates at local gym's too.