2 electricians on site at any given time - your feedback

[Pete999]

What was he like at the interview, or not maybe.

 

[Pete999]

Why was it a dumb answer/question love to know your reasoning.

To elaborate, the question was asked/meant to ascertain if there had been any prior conversations before this Guy was taken on as an Electrician/Domestic Installer what ever. I suppose the only dumb thing would be., if you are dumb enough to take someone on without getting his / her take on different situations, then you have to ask yourself the question, "who is the dumbest the employer or the person asking the question".

 

[Jurassic Sparks]

Sounds like he is not confident, or just plain useless
he sounds like the sort of Chod that works better on a construction site
lose him and employ some one semi retired looking for a few days work
I had a chimp exactly like him, I had to get rid of him in the end
and a Plumber I know has just lost all of the work I used to give him for employing a kid with the same manner

 

[electric al]

Seems to me everyone is being too kind regarding this Manc spark . It's all very well taking on board this guys likes and dislikes but what about what your company needs ? Your not a counsellor or a social worker or a shrink . Send him on his way down the job centre and wish him all the best .

 

[graham_manchester]

Thanks for all your input.

Seems 'lack of confidence' seemed to come up many a time in the thread and I believe this is probably what he has lacked so far and has been reflected in his approach/attitude.

It's a big investment from any employer to put into someone like this (time, money, energy, training etc) hence why the decision is not an easy one. Am reviewing the situation a little longer but will keep all of your feedback in mind.

Thanks again.

 

[electric al]

You seem to be a very fair minded guy Graham and whatever decision you eventually arrive at it can't be said that
You haven't given it plenty of thought.
There ought to be more conscientious
employers such as yourself and for that reason I wish you and your business all
the best.

 

[Rpa07]

I think this is why agencies are used so much even the smaller companies 'testing the waters' with new employees in order to pick out the best permanent employees.
There aren't the employment laws involved through agency so you can effectively say 'on yer way' No comeback!