Abysmal Customer Service - IT Support Technician Darwin Escapes Employee Review

1.0
Feb 13, 2024
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I regret to say that my experience with Hoist - We are planet has been thoroughly disappointing, primarily due to their abysmal customer service. As someone who works in IT support for a large company, I understand the importance of timely assistance when technical issues arise. However, the level of support provided by Hoist - We are planet is simply unacceptable. Whenever there's an issue with an access point or any other technical problem, the waiting time for resolution is absurdly long. It's mind-boggling to think that regardless of the severity of the issue, the minimum waiting time is a staggering three days. This lack of urgency and responsiveness is utterly frustrating and has had severe consequences for our business. On numerous occasions, we've had guests staying at our caravans who have encountered connectivity issues or other technical glitches. Despite our best efforts to escalate the problems to Hoist - We are planet and seek prompt assistance, we've been met with nothing but delays and excuses. As a result, we've been forced to refund disappointed guests who didn't receive the services they were promised. The impact of Hoist - We are planet's incompetence on our business cannot be overstated. Not only have we incurred financial losses due to refunds, but our reputation has also been tarnished by the poor experience our guests have endured. It's incredibly frustrating to see a company prioritize profits over customer satisfaction and basic decency. In conclusion, I would strongly advise against engaging with Hoist - We are planet unless you're prepared to endure endless frustration and disappointment. Their negligent approach to customer service is a disservice to anyone who chooses to do business with them.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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I value working for a progressive and forward-looking company with exciting opportunities for future growth. The positive direction and leadership introduced by the new Board of Directors has created a renewed sense of purpose and momentum across the business. The flexibility offered supports modern lifestyles and promotes a healthy work-life balance, while the pet-friendly office creates a welcoming and enjoyable working environment.

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The pace of the business can be demanding, particularly during peak trading periods, which can result in extended working hours. As the business continues to grow.

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Darwin Escapes Response
23h
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for your continued commitment to Darwin Escapes. We're delighted to hear that you've recognised the positive direction of the business and the opportunities being created as we continue to grow. Creating an environment where colleagues feel supported, valued and able to maintain a healthy work-life balance remains a key focus for us. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the pace of the business during busy periods. As we continue to evolve, we're committed to finding ways to support our teams while delivering exceptional experiences for our guests. Thank you again for your contribution to Darwin Escapes and for sharing your feedback.
5.0
Mar 23, 2026
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Joining Darwin Escapes in September 2025 during a period of significant change has been an incredibly positive and rewarding experience. Starting at a time when the business was going through a major transition meant the first six months were challenging, but in a really constructive way. It gave me the opportunity to learn quickly, take on responsibility, and make a genuine impact from the start. During this time, I’ve been able to implement a number of positive changes within the payroll function and continue developing my skills within my career. Being promoted from Payroll Manager to Head of Payroll in such a short space of time has been a huge achievement for me, and it really shows how much the company supports growth and recognises hard work. There is also so much room for development here. The People and Culture team are all genuinely lovely and extremely supportive they really want to help not just individuals, but the wider business as well. That support has made a big difference during such a fastpaced period of change. Overall, it’s been a challenging but very positive first six months. I’ve grown a lot both professionally and personally, and I’m really excited to continue developing my career with Darwin Escapes.

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The period of change can be fast paced and sometimes challenging, but it also creates opportunities to learn and improve

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Darwin Escapes Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience it’s fantastic to see your progression and the impact you’ve made in such a short time. Supporting development, recognising talent, and creating opportunities for growth are key priorities for us. We appreciate your honest reflections on pace and are glad this has also created opportunities to learn and develop.
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