We’re Still Open

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As the current COVID-19 situation develops, we continue to monitor the situation carefully and will communicate any client-specific information to our Temps as it becomes available.

Our thoughts are with our staff, clients, candidates, and Temps along with their families during this time.

Our priority is looking after our Temporary & Contract workers, Staff, Candidates and Clients.  If you have general queries regarding COVID-19 please visit the HSE website https://www.hse.ie for all the latest and most up to date information.

If your query is in relation to potential sick pay entitlements please visit https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/99104a-covid-19-coronavirus/

For the protection of our staff, clients and candidates our offices in Dublin and Dundalk will be temporarily closed. Staff will be working remotely and conducting any meetings, interviews or screening online in order to continue to find the best talent for our clients and to support our candidates in their search for their ideal job.

Do you need Urgent COVID-19 Temp Cover?

In this challenging time we can support our clients balance business continuity and business flexibility, through providing short term resources.

  • We can provide temps (vetted where needed) qualified and available across Healthcare, Food Supply/Warehouse/ Logistics and all sectors.
  • Expedited Garda Vetting (1-2 days expected turnaround time) for any healthcare worker who is hired to assist with the Covid-19 outbreak.
  • Our pool of temp candidates are pre-screened, registered and ready to fill-in for a variety of positions.
  • We have 2 x offices in Dublin and Dundalk and we are adding Temps to our database daily.

 For further information on hiring temporary/contract staff please contact Anne Fanthom on 0868314668 or email anne@rplus.ie

Great Place To Work

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Great Place to Work 2020 Picture Conor McCabe Photography.

RecruitmentPlus Named as One of the Best Workplaces in Ireland

We are delighted to announce that we have been officially recognised as one of the Best Workplaces in Ireland in 2020. The annual Great Place to Work, Best Workplaces in Ireland awards, took place in the Clayton Hotel on Burlington Road, Dublin on Wednesday 26th February 2020. This is our first year to be named as a top Irish workplace, which is assessed through Great Place to Work’s robust ‘Trust Index©’ employee survey and a thorough ‘Culture Audit©’ assessment of their policies and practices.

We were ranked as the 14th best small workplace in Ireland.

In attendance on the evening were Anne-Marie Wallace, Bernice Brennan, Hazel Whelan, Lorna Ward, Zuzana Foley and Managing Director Anne Fanthom who says, “Thanks to all our colleagues, candidates and clients for their good wishes on our Great Places to Work achievement.  The team are thrilled and reaching 14th place out of 37 in our first year of entry is a huge accolade.”

 

About Great Place to Work® and the Assessment Process

The key defining feature of a great workplace is the level of trust that exists within it. From an employee’s viewpoint, the definition of a great workplace is one where you trust the people you work with, you have great pride in what you do, and you enjoy the people you work with. The Great Place to Work Institute assesses the policies and practices in place in organisations under nine key areas: Inspiring, Speaking, Listening, Caring, Developing, Thanking, Hiring, Celebrating, and Sharing. They then benchmark these practices against other organisations in that country. The second key component of the assessment is an anonymous Trust Index survey that gathers the perceptions of employees under five dimensions: Credibility, Respect, Fairness, Pride, and Camaraderie. Finally, there is an in-depth qualitative analysis of open-ended comments from employees.

RecruitmentPlus wins SME of the Year

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A hearty congratulations to our Dundalk team for being awarded “Best SME of the Year” at the 2019 Louth Business Awards.

 

The awards were held on Saturday 19th October at the Carrickdale Hotel with over 650 attending from businesses across Louth. Representing RecruitmentPlus on the night were: Anne Fanthom- Managing Director, Hazel Whelan- Director, Zuzana Foley- Regional Manager, Ciara Byrne- Senior Consultant and Jean Bailey- Temporary Division Consultant.

 

There were over 20 awards given out on the evening including the “Lifetime Award for Contribution to Louth” which was presented to Jim O’Callaghan of TSM Controls. He founded the company over 40 years ago and TSM is now a global organization exporting to 76 countries. Mr. O’Callaghan was president of Dundalk Chamber of commerce during the mid-80s and during his tenure he drove a cross-border initiative re-establishing contact between chambers of commerce on both sides of the border. A well-deserved award!

 

RecruitmentPlus were finalists in two categories- Best Training Initiative sponsored by the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board and Best SME of the Year sponsored by VHI Healthcare. The best Training Initiative award went to National Pen, a great employer based in Dundalk.

 

The highlight of the evening for our team was winning Best SME of the Year. We were delighted to have been short-listed among a strong group of finalists including Foxpak Flexibles, Fyffes, Nova Leah and Great Northern Distillery. All of these companies have made an impact to the region and we were proud to be part of this list of companies.

 

As members of the National Recruitment Federation, winning the award was a testament to the importance of the recruitment sector in Ireland. We pride ourselves on “Proactively partnering people” and that personal approach seems to have really made an impact on the judges for the Louth Business Awards. Our clients and candidates are at the heart of everything we do and our consultants go out of their way to ensure we place the right people in the right jobs.

 

The award was accepted by Regional Manager Zuzana Foley. “As a recruitment agency, we work with a good percentage of the companies in attendance at the awards and accepting that award among these clients and colleagues was an amazing experience”, said Foley.

 

Each company short-listed at the awards should be incredibly proud of their achievement. It is no secret that the worries of Brexit are on everyone’s minds, especially in a border county. Regardless of these worries, these companies continue to thrive and forward-plan with enthusiasm and optimism. This was a great night for the northeast and highlighted the importance of that region to Ireland’s economy.

Thanksgiving in the Office- Top 5

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Celebrating Thanksgiving

Five things we are thankful for in RecruitmentPlus

 

With all the “Black Friday” sales that have made their way across the pond, it’s easy to forget that the big event in the States this week is not a super-sale, but rather Thanksgiving.

 

Thanksgiving takes place in the United States each year on the 4th Thursday of November and centres around a large turkey dinner- not unlike our Christmas dinner here. Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a federal holiday in 1863 and some claim it was an attempt to unify the country during the American Civil War. To this day, the holiday is about coming together to sit at one table to feast and reflect. It’s a unique holiday as it is non-commercial in its roots. All you really need to celebrate the day is a group of family and friends and a grateful heart.

 

This is the 13th year we have celebrated Thanksgiving in RecruitmentPlus due to our American Office Manager starting working with us in 2007. We have embraced the holiday in our office and today would like to talk about giving thanks in an office setting.

 

  1. Co-workers

Where would we be without our work friends and colleagues? We celebrate the ones who know you well and offer a kind word on a difficult day; the ones who support you and your career goals; the ones who taught you that trick in excel which saved you hours of work a day; the ones who rolled up their sleeves and jumped in to help on an overwhelming project. Good co-workers can make your work day bearable and even enjoyable!

 

  1. Managers

We are so grateful for decent managers. The mood of an office comes from the top down and with an inspiring manager in the lead, you can tackle any task that comes your way. Having someone in charge who can offer advice and leadership gives us confidence in the work we do each day. Most importantly, having a manager who sees their employees as people (and not just worker bees) encourages a decent work-life balance for all.

 

  1. Accolades

When a company is recognised for the good work they do, it’s down to the team they have working for them. So, a company accolade is really a testament to the work we, the employees, have done. Speaking for RecruitmentPlus, this year we were accredited as an All-Ireland Business All Star company, and our Dundalk office was awarded Best SME in the Louth business awards. In addition to this, we are short-listed for 3 categories in the National Recruitment Federation Awards which take place on 29th November. It is a great feeling to feel recognised for the effort you’ve put in.

 

  1. Pay & benefits

Let’s be honest, your paycheque is probably the main reason you’re working. And you work hard for it. But it’s still something to feel gratitude for! Our salary pays for the necessities and the extras; the mortgage and the annual holiday. On top of salary, let’s consider any additional benefits we may receive- additional leave, parking, healthcare, flexi-time? A fair exchange of pay & benefits for the work we do is a wonderful thing.

 

  1. The work we do

A job is actually a wonderful thing. It gives us a reason to get up in the morning and a sense of purpose. A feeling of satisfaction in a job well done can really boost our spirits. When we think about our job as a place to excel in our current skills and learn new ones along the way, we can’t help but feel grateful.

 

So that’s it- our top five. What are you thankful for today in your job? For the day that’s in it, take a moment to reflect. As the saying goes “a thankful heart is a happy heart”. Of course, if upon your reflection you find that there’s not much to be thankful for in your current job, talk to us. We’d be happy to help you with your career goals.

 

Best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving and the start of the festive season!

Movers & Shakers

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Movers and Shakers!

It has been a week full of announcements here in RecruitmentPlus. First our new logo, then our 20th year celebrations… now check out who’s made the Sunday Business Post’s “Movers and Shakers” section! Congratulations to Lorna Ward and Hazel Whelan on their well deserved promotions!

Dress for Success

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DRESS FOR SUCCESS

 

Making the right impression at work

 

Your alarm goes off at 6.00 am. You groggily get out of bed, brush your teeth, have a cup of tea, and then walk back up to your wardrobe. You fling open the doors, only to discover you have no idea what to wear! Fear not. We’ve got you covered.

 

The Interview

Every office will have its own dress code, but you probably won’t be familiar with the ins and outs of the dress code until you actually start working there. When in doubt, go with a corporate dress code.

 

Corporate Environment

What’s a corporate dress code you may ask? This is the standard business suit in a conservative colour. You want to look smart and put together. This look will give you an air of confidence and professionalism.

 

Business Casual

Whether your corporate office has a “Casual Friday” or you work in a more relaxed atmosphere, you will come across the business casual dress code. The rules are a bit more relaxed, but there still are rules. Make sure your clothing is in good order- no rips or stains. Usually business casual means no jeans or t-shirts. Ties are optional for men.

 

Uniform

It’s easy to get dressed when your job requires you wearing a uniform- weather you work in law enforcement, health care or hospitality. Even so, you still need to make sure you have the correct uniform components and that they are clean and in good condition.

 

Are you dressed for success? If you want to talk to someone about your career, contact RecruitmentPlus on 01 2788610 or visit www.recruitmentplus.ie  .

 

 

Ace that Interview

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The interview is the most common tool used to assess people for roles. Let’s look at 5 questions you may be asked and tips on responding to each.

  1. What can you tell us about your career to date?
    Many interviews start with this request. You should keep your answer brief and to the point. Cover your education quickly, your general career and finish with your most recent history. Keep it relatively simple and you’ll be off to a good start.
  2. What aspects of your previous job did you like or dislike?
    Concentrate on the like part of your previous role. When addressing the dislike part it may be better to change the emphasis to what you would have changed rather than being negative.
  3. Why should we employ you?
    Outline your personal qualities as they relate to the role you are applying for and how they will benefit the company. You should have established what the key aspects of the role are prior to the interview and build your answer around those key competencies.
  4. What is a difficult situation that you handled well?
    Highlight a difficult work situation and give the context, the actions you took and the result. Don’t share confidential information; don’t dismiss the efforts of others and avoid positioning yourself as a victim or a knight in shining armour. This question offers you the opportunity to show your reasoning skills and your ability to manage stress.
  5. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
    The natural inclination for the interviewee is to focus on the strengths while the natural tendency for the interviewer is to listen more closely to the weaknesses. As a general rule of the thumb, it makes good sense to cover strengths that are essential to the role and to raise a weakness that is non-essential.

If you want to talk to someone about career opportunities, contact RecruitmentPlus on 01 2788610 or visit www.recruitmentplus.ie  .