I just got my first job today as a Field Engineer with duties including picking up parts from central office, delivering it to customers and if required installing these parts. The job will run for 2 months, after which I may or may not be asked to stay on.
As happy as I am to have got the job, I am now having problems because I have been told that I will need to use my own van when doing this job.
I am really confused about what to do now, I don't have a van and don't really want to buy a van just in case I am told that I can't stay on after the 2 months.
I have just had a quick look at some van hire companies on the net and the cheapest I could find for a 2 month period is £1600(not sure if this includes insurance).
The job itself only pays £300-£400 per week, its also in central London so the added hassle of £8 daily congestion charge.
Any advice or suggestions about what I could do to afford this job would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
Ergun
2007-10-12 15:33:46 · 5 answers · asked by TED 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Is this job really worth your buck? I think your boss is making things difficult for you. You should seriously consider looking for another job.
Having the need to provide YOUR OWN van is ridiculous!
2007-10-12 16:23:11 · answer #1 · answered by Forward 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Never heard of such a thing .. MAYBE if you are a self-employed Contractor or Consultant, but for sure, no real Employer expects their own STAFF to provide things like their own VANS ... .. I mean, chances are you are not insured properly and if you had an accident both you and the company could end up being sued for thousands .. (not to mention you could end up in jail) ... Nope = I think some-one is 'pulling your leg' .. (just respond "ha ha, good joke .. now hand over the keys to the works van ... and don't forget to give me the Credit Card for petrol)
2016-05-22 04:23:50 · answer #2 · answered by freeda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Ergun
I'm sorry to say, i think your boos is taking the mick out of you, i did the exact same thing a field engineer 19 years ago, i have to go to the stores 3 times a week for parts but they supplied the vehicle, fuel etc, but i had to pay for parking charges and claim them back, which wasn't too bad.
I suggest you check your contract, i understand you don't want to 'rock the boat' whilst your in your probationary period but if he/she explained this in the beginning, you really cant complain, but if they stated there would be a company vehicle then they should supply one.
I do agree that most firms now, state that you must find your own way and cost to the office to collect your vehicle, unless you are permitted to take it home (watch out for tax) but that's in your contract, which you must have signed and them noting to you your probationary period.
Ill put my cards on the table and explain the issue to them, (noting your contract) but be honest, if they want to help they will understand, but if they take a hard stance, then perhaps these are not a good firm to work for and find something better or different, noting that its easier said then done...been there.
Hope this helps a little, good luck
2007-10-13 02:59:57 · answer #3 · answered by Neurotic_Fish 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That kind of wage is paid when the company supplies the van. If you are expected to supply the vehicle, you should be on £500 per week, minimum.
If you are supplying the van, you will also have to pay out for goods in transit insurance, as you will be technically self employed.
The money they are offering is a joke. In all honesty, I'd be looking for another job...
2007-10-12 19:17:51 · answer #4 · answered by Nightworks 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ask he company to provide one ,or look up north cheaper than buying down south ,have some confidence ya is a field engineer or not just buy summat to get ya thru if it takes off go for a lease van for work the tax should be charged to ya company who will pass it on to there clients
2007-10-16 15:20:50 · answer #5 · answered by stanno62 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋