Job Opportunity: Recruitment Assistant

Job Opportunity: Recruitment Assistant

We are looking for one Recruitment Assistant to join our team.

 

Swift Connect is a well-established recruitment agency located in Surrey, British Columbia, missioned to help job seekers and employers across Metro Vancouver match their job demands.

 

* No. of Positions: 1

* Job Type: Full time, Permanent

* Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

* Hourly Wage: $16.00-20.00 per hour

* Job Requirements:

•      Bachelor’s degree

•      1 to less than 7 months of experience as Recruitment Assistant or other recruiting-related role

•      Familiarity with hiring practices and stages (screening, interview, assessment, onboarding)

•      Great attention to detail

•      Outstanding communication skills

•      Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 

We look forward to many inquiries from qualified candidates. Please send your resume to jobs @ swiftconnect dot ca

Job Opportunity: Class #1, 4&5 Forklift Operators

Job Opportunity: Class #1, 4&5 Forklift Operators

Our client, Pantos Logistics, is looking for Class #1, 4&5 Forklift Operators to join their team.

Pantos Logistics is a global third-party logistics company. It provides global freight forwarding services including Air, Ocean, Express, and Customs; along with strong competence in domestic trucking and warehousing services.

* No. of Positions: 1

* Warehouse Department: Machine Operators

* Job Type: Full time, Permanent

* Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

* Hourly Wage: $20.00-23.00 per hour

* Job Requirements:

•      Class #1, 4/5 Forklift Certificate

•      At least 1 year of experience operating a
forklift (sit-down counterbalance) in a warehouse

•      Must have experience in a warehouse

•      Secondary School Diploma

•      Valid Driver’s License

•      Own Vehicle

•      Steel-toe Shoes

•      Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

 

We look forward to many inquiries from qualified candidates. Please send your resume and proof of required Forklift Certificate to jobs @ swiftconnect dot ca

Job Opportunity: Junior Accountant

Job Opportunity: Junior Accountant

Our client, A52 Fulfillment, is looking for one Junior Accountant to join their team.

A52 is a Canadian warehousing and distribution company specializes in high-touch multi-channel fulfilment and transportation. With solid network and partnerships a52 can offer wide range of logistics and supply chain services. 

 

* No. of Positions: 1

* Department: Accounting

* Job Type: Full time, Permanent

* Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

* Hourly Wage: $21.00-24.00/hour

* Job Requirements:

•      1-2 years of accounting experience

•      College degree in related field

•      Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices

•      Sound knowledge in ASPE

•      Fluent in English and excellent communication

•      High level of accuracy and attention to detail

•      Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

•      Advanced competency in Excel

•      Experience in Sage 50 an asset

 

 

We look forward to many inquiries from qualified candidates. Please send your resumes to jobs@swiftconnect.ca

How to: Get a Criminal Record Check for ECE

How to Get a Criminal Record Check for ECE

Every daycare will require new employees to get a criminal record check (CRC) done before starting work. As well, most post-secondary institutions require a criminal record check before starting an Early Childhood Education program. The government of BC has a CRC specific for this case: Criminal Record Check for Working with Children and/or Vulnerable Adults. 

There are a couple ways to get a CRC:

  1. Online Request at Criminal Record Check (gov.bc.ca).
  2. Fill out a consent form from the school.
Online Request for Criminal Record Check

To be able to submit an online CRC request there are some eligibility requirements you have to meet:

  • At least 12 years old.
  • Have an access code from your school.
  • Verify your identity with your BC Services Card.

If you are over 12 years old and have a BC Services Card but not an access code from your school, you need to ask them for the code in order to be able to submit the request. All schools should have the code and share it with you.

If you are over 12 years old and have an access code but not a BC Services Card, see below for “Fill out a consent form”.

Fill out a Consent Form from the School

This option is used in a few scenarios. One scenario is as stated from above, you are over 12 years old but do not have a BC Services Card. The form can be filled out by your school and you just need to fill in your personal information and have the school verify your identity themselves. 

Another scenario where the form is used is for new students to an ECE program. Majority of post-secondary institutions will use the form instead of requesting online.

See below for a sample of the consent form to be filled out.

We hope this helps you get your criminal record check for studying or working as an ECE in BC!

Job Opportunity: Warehouse Workers

Job Opportunity: Warehouse Workers

Our client, DSV Solutions, is looking for a team of Warehouse Workers to help in the upcoming holiday season.

DSV Solutions is an established logistics and global transport company. They provide merchandise and goods to companies around the world.

* No. of Positions: 30

* Warehouse Department: Order Pickers

* Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

* Contract: 2-3 months work, starting at the end of October

* Work Hours: 9:00PM – 5:00AM

* Hourly Wage: $16.00 per hour

* English: Able to communicate easily

* Job Requirements: Candidates should have knowledge and experience in a warehouse, but is not required.

We look forward to many inquiries from qualified candidates. Please send your resumes to jobs@swiftconnect.ca

How To: Make a Good Impression

How to Make a Good Impression at a Job Interview

A job interview can be scary, that is why we have created this blog post to ease your mind! Here are five ways to make a good impression. These tips can help you build a connection with the prospective employer and create a lasting impression.

Five Ways for Make a Good First Impression:
  1. Be authentic.
  2. Make eye contact.
  3. Be aware of body language.
  4. Tell them “why”.
  5. Stay positive.

Be Authentic

Be yourself! Employers want to make connections and the best HR professionals can tell if you are not being authentic. If you are not being authentic, the employer will feel that you do not care about them or that you do not bring anything new to the group. If you are ‘selling’ rather than ‘telling’, the employer will not trust you. Answer questions with enthusiasm and charisma to show your passion for the position and opportunity to have the interview.

Make Eye Contact

Maintaining eye contact throughout an interview shows that you are interested and that you appreciate the opportunity for the interview. Eye contact shows that you are open, honest, and dependable. If you do not keep eye contact with the employer during the interview, they may feel that you are not trustworthy.

Be Aware of Body Language

Displaying positive body language means to be open and attentive while speaking with the employer. As mentioned above, eye contact is a great way to appear open. It is also important to position your body toward the interviewer to show you are engaged in the conversation.

However, you should keep in mind to not have your body closed off (ie. legs and/or arms crossed), this translates to being negative body language. As well, looking away during conversation or blinking too much are both bad things to do.

Tell Them “Why”

You should answer every question to your best ability. However, one thing you can do is to take it a step further. Once you have simply answered their question, discuss why the answer leads you to being the most qualified candidate. Think like “cause” and “effect”.

Stay Positive

To make a good first impression, it is important to leave your worries or negative energy at the door. If you show signs of negativity or conflict, the employer may conclude that that is your attitude and decide you are not a good fit. Once you enter the workplace or start the interview via call, stay positive, relaxed, and enthusiastic. This will help for the interview to go smoothly and show how you can help the business grow.

We hope this helps you in your next job interview and you put your best foot forward!

Job Opportunity: Data Entry Clerk

Job Opportunity: Data Entry Clerk

Our client, GFL Environmental, is looking for a Data Entry Clerk to join their team in North Vancouver. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in English and be highly proficient in Microsoft Office.

GFL Environmental is an established recycling company in Metro Vancouver. Their new head office in North Vancouver is looking for a new member to join their team!

* No. of Positions: one

* Office Department: Administration – Billing

* Work Schedule: 5 days a week 

* Position Type: Contract-based (6 months) full-time work with potential to move to a permanent position.

* Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm.

* Hourly Wage: $20.00 per hour

* English: Able to communicate easily.

* Job Requirements: Candidates must have customer service experience, office work a plus. All candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel. Candidates should have a strong attention to detail, friendly, able to work in a fast-paced environment.

We look forward to many inquiries from qualified candidates. Please send your resumes to jobs @ swiftconnect . ca

Job Opportunity: Reach Truck and Order Picker Operator

New Job Opportunity: Class 2 Forklift Operators

Our client, CJ Logistics, is looking for certified Class 2 Forklift Operators with experience in a warehouse and operating a Reach Truck or Order Picker Forklift.

CJ Logistics is an established logistics and global transport company from South Korea. They provide merchandise and goods to companies around the world. There are two locations in Surrey, the work location is at 188St and 96Ave.

* No. of Positions: two

* Warehouse Department: Machine Operators

* Work Schedule: 5 days a week 

* Work Hours: 2:00pm – 8:00pm

* Hourly Wage: $21.50 per hour

* English: Able to communicate easily.

Ability to communicate in Korea a plus.

* Job Requirements: Candidates should have knowledge and experience operating a Stand-up Reach Forklift or Order Picker Forklift. Candidates should also have at least 1 year of experience in a warehouse environment. To apply, candidates must have a valid Class 2 Forklift Certificate.

We look forward to many inquiries from qualified candidates. Please send your resumes to jobs@swiftconnect.ca

How To: Give Constructive Feedback

How to Give Constructive Feedback

Constructive feedback is honest, clear, and direct feedback. Usually, it provides specific examples and actionable suggestions for positive change or improvement. It should be offered in a friendly manner with good intentions.

Constructive feedback build trust and provides the opportunity for both people to grow. It is important to remain empathetic to the other person’s circumstances to make it easier to provide beneficial feedback.

“Feedback Sandwich” Method

A “feedback sandwich” is where you start with a praise / positive comment, stating the area of feedback, ending with reiterating the positive. This makes the feedback less harsh for the recipient.

Ex. “You’re excellent at client relations, but you could improve on presentations in meetings by speaking up and working on your materials, I am super excited to see the progress you will make! I would love to sit with you to discuss design tips.”

Be Specific

If your feedback is more specific and detailed, then the more actionable it will be. List out objectives, behaviour changes you want to see in detail. This will help the recipient to understand and be able to make the changes. This provides clarity and minimizes the person feeling anxious from a piece of vague feedback.

Ex. “I would like you to write a marketing article on how to identify and communicate with a target audience. Let me know if you need further suggestions, I’m here to help.”

Give Recommendations

By giving recommendations, it can help the recipient gain a better understanding of you and your expectations and it provides a clear call to action.

Ex. “The presentation could be reduced from 30 minutes to 20 minutes if you limit one example per point. This will make your presentation more impactful and concise. The two to three examples you have distract listeners from the main message.”

Tips for Giving Constructive Feedback

  • Use “I” statements.
  • Focus on the situation, not the person. Don’t attack them.
  • Keep your language positive.
  • Think about timing.
  • Be conscious of your tone.
  • Make it a conversation.
  • Be mindful of emotions.
  • Have open body language.
  • Ask yourself, “Does this really need to be said?”

Tips and Career Advice for Job Seekers

8 Pieces Career Advice for Job Seekers

In this blog post, we will provide advice to job seekers looking to start their career, make a move, or want to improve professionally.

1. Be Reliable

Reliability is important throughout the recruitment process as well as after accepting a job offer. Being reliable when scheduling interviews, answering follow ups, and other tasks when looking for a job can show the employer that you are a reliable and dependable worker. As well, once you are working, make sure to show up on time, consistently do a good job, and show your worth.

2. Be Nice

Being a nice person can be very rewarding. Make sure to always treat others with respect, regardless of their experience or position in a company.

3. Build Trust

Make sure to keep your word to build trust with your coworkers. Set deadlines that are reasonable and that you can deliver on time. Try to not over promise or under deliver, as that can diminish someone’s perspective of you. Be honest with the people you work with to build strong relationships.

4. Be Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

Get outside of your comfort zone. Take on new challenges and put yourself in situations that make you uncomfortable or nervous. There you can learn, grow, and build confidence.

5. Never Stop Learning

Change is inevitable when starting a new job, it is also something that everyone will experience in the workplace. Things will always change in a job, career, and industry. Change can help you develop new skills and knowledge that can help you succeed. You can also take it upon yourself to get a new certification, take a professional development course, or look for new ways to improve yourself in your field. 

6. Speak Up

Use your voice to share your ideas or concerns. Your idea could be great and have a significant impact, share your ideas with your team. Speak your concerns to let other know how you feel, you never know if someone feels the same but is scared to say something. Be the initiator to offer your concerns and ideas to fix the situation. The more you speak, the more people will notice you and value your input.

7. Ask For Help

No one has all the answers, everyone needs help sometimes. You cannot do everything yourself, so do not be afraid to ask others for assistance when you need it. As well, try to notice others and offer to help others when they need help.

8. Value Feedback

Receiving feedback can help you grow as a professional and build relationships with others. Taking feedback from others can help you learn. Applying feedback can help you progress and move forward in your career. It is important to learn how to take constructive criticism without taking it personally.

We hope this advice helps you in your career. If you need more help or have questions, contact us!