Job Shadowing

Are you looking for a new career but unclear on the direction you would like to go? Are you wanting to pursue post-secondary education but not sure what career appeals to you? Job shadowing can be an excellent way to learn about a professional’s day-to-day responsibilities and decide whether their career appeals to you and aligns with your values and beliefs. It can also provide valuable opportunities to network with professionals in your chosen field.

A job shadowing experience allows you to explore a specific career of interest by observing an employee perform their work duties at their place of employment. The experience should provide realistic career information that will help you in making a career choice.

Job shadowing can provide enough information about this position of interest to alleviate the fear of the unknown and gain a bigger picture of the requirements for the position. For example, I had a client who loved to spend time with seniors; she enjoyed listening to their stories and asking questions, organizing arts and crafts, and helping them with chores. She was positive that being a Health Care Aide would be the perfect position for her! She met with a Health Care Aide at a senior’s facility, shadowed her for the day, and realized there were some aspects of the job she was not comfortable doing. One day of job shadowing helped with her career decision. This client is still in the helping field but in a position more suited to her skills and preferences.

Tips for a Successful Experience

Before you arrive for your job-shadowing experience, be clear on all the details. Be sure to confirm a time to arrive; location; what to wear and anything else you may need to bring, and ask what the COVID 19 protocol is within the organization and follow all required procedures.

Do your research! Know as much about the company as possible. Jot down some notes and questions to ask. This will create a good impression; it will show initiative and help you learn more from the experience. At the end of the day, thank everyone for their time, maintain eye contact, and ask for their business cards. Sending them a personal thank you or email after you have completed shadowing can make a strong final impression.

You might have had a great job shadowing experience but realized that this is not the career for you. Stay positive and professional! You have learned so much and made some great contacts in the process.

 

 

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

MSE Precast Ltd is an industry leader that manufactures a wide variety of precast concrete products including Mechanically Stabilized Earth walls (MSE Walls), Residential block walls, Building Cladding, Tilt-up/Precast buildings, Bridges, and Custom precast solutions.

We are a hardworking group that likes to have fun and are deeply committed to providing a great environment and experience for our team.  We believe that by looking after our people, they will help us deliver a quality product and a great experience for our customers.

How many employees do you have?

20-30 permanent year-round positions

What do you look for in a new employee?

Looking for people that want to start or are starting a career in construction, are enthusiastic, and want to learn and explore the opportunities we offer.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Be eager and want to develop your skills.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so, for what types of positions?

Yes, we are currently hiring for Full Time General Laborers in our Qualicum Beach plant.  We can sign off for apprentice hours in Carpentry, Concrete Finishing, and Welding. We are also willing to consider Part-Time or Summer seasonal for students when an agreed schedule can work for the business and the individual.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your business?

Send your resumes today to:  mike@mseprecast.com

 

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Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

Since 1989 Berwick Retirement Communities has been committed offering the highest quality in retirement living. We have seven residences across BC: Victoria (2), Nanaimo, Comox, Kamloops, Campbell River, and Qualicum Beach. Our newest community in Parksville is on track to open Spring 2022.

We are proud to be an award winning group that is Island Owned & Managed.  Local ownership makes it easy to provide personalized service. We have cultivated a culture of better listeners and residents know their opinions count because we have a proven track record of making positive change based upon community input.  At Berwick, each and every member of our team is personally invested in the community because we truly care about creating a culture of compassion, comfort and caring.

How many employees do you have?

Over 800 people are employed at a Berwick throughout our communities.

What do you look for in a new employee?

A strong skill set and the qualifications necessary for the position, high emotional intelligence, integrity of character, & a focus on hospitality.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?

Yes. Our new Community in Parksville will be opening in late Spring. We will be hiring Health Care Assistants, Active Living Coordinators, Reception & Administrative Team, Maintenance Assistants, Chefs, Cooks, Dishwashers, Housekeepers, and Dining Room Servers.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

Check out our Company Page on Indeed to find the position that’s right for you.