National Sewing Machine day!

At 300 North we are keen for our staff to develop their interests and share all sides of their personality with the team. Today’s spotlight is on Jenny, our Business Manager, the seamstress of the team who as part of National Sewing Machine Day has let us have a sneek peak into her sewing room – over to you Jenny!

“Hi all! I just wanted to take this time on National Sewing Machine Day to say a few words about why I think think sewing is a great hobby. Sewing is suitable for everyone and there are a lot of engaging beginner projects using both a sewing machine and just a simple needle and thread.

Physical and mental implications of going into the office

With government restrictions easing, slowly the UK is making its way back into their workspace. While customer facing businesses such as retail will need stringent Covid-19 protection plans, how will the humble office space fair in this new landscape?

Many FM businesses, especially back office support functions such as helpdesk, are moving back to their buildings and focus needs to be on both safety and staff wellbeing.

While many are waiting to ride out this transition period to see what the ‘new normal’ will look like, it’s important to learn from this time of lockdown and bring positive lessons into the workspace on a permanent basis. This is an opportunity to improve, future proof businesses as well as improve staff wellbeing.

Are you struggling to source Infrared thermometers or PPE?

The safety of our customers and colleagues is paramount and that’s why we have joined forces with Nuby & Dr Talbots to provide Infrared thermometers (at well below RRP) which meet all appropriate UK certifications and can be shipped in high volumes within relatively short time scales.

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"Thank you for your efforts in sourcing and securing the candidates who started this week at site.

I don’t under estimate the demanding timescales I requested or the niche nature of the roles!"

Engie

"I would like to say thank you for all your help regarding my time sheets, which I know has not been straight forward! You have been very helpful, professional and understanding. Not once did I feel you did not want to help. Thank you also for giving me this opportunity which has turned our to be a brilliant full time job which I can see myself in for many years to come."

"I was unexpectedly contacted during the first day of lockdown (23rd March) regarding a permanent position. 300 North acted very swiftly in contacting the recruiter & facilitating remote interviews via MS Teams. I was kept informed at all stages and the team always got back to me swiftly if I left a message on their answerphone. I was extremely pleased to be offered the role which is perfect for my skills, experience & values. Throughout the whole process Theresa & team have been positive, very helpful & available to answer any queries I have. I thoroughly recommend Theresa as a honest & very proactive recruitment consultant."

"300 North have always provided excellent service with all placements they have dealt with for me, from me being someone being placed and also assisting me in placing people through them into roles. I would definitely recommend to anyone working within Facilities Management."