Would I recommend this workplace? No. The good thingsOne of the main positives was the stability of the role. Most people were hired full-time from day one, which meant having consistent work and reliable hours. I worked on the day shift from 6:00am to 2:10pm, which was a big advantage because it left me with plenty of time in the afternoon for personal commitments and rest. Some of the people I worked with, including a few of the managers, were friendly and supportive, which helped create a more positive working environment. There was also a canteen available on-site, although it was only open during the day shift, which was still convenient for breaks and meals.
The challengesWhat could be improved significantly is the workplace culture. There is a strong sense of favouritism, and it often feels as though if you are not part of a certain group, you are likely to have a very difficult experience. When mistakes are made, the first response is usually being called into the manager’s office for a “chat” that quickly turns into a warning, rather than constructive guidance or support.
Many supervisors lack hands-on knowledge of the work and tend to agree with management without question. When help is requested, they often struggle with even the basics, despite being paid significantly more, while frontline workers are left to do the majority of the physical and demanding tasks.
Over the years, the workplace has steadily gone downhill and has become an environment driven by fear of management rather than teamwork or growth. Equipment is old and outdated, and action is typically only taken after something goes wrong instead of being proactive about safety.