honesty - Asisstant Manager Malcolm Group Employee Review

Generally left to do what you need to do. Some really good people to work with.

Zero benefits whatsoever. If Malcolms could legally give people less, they will in a heart beat. Minimum holidays. Minimum pension contributions. No sick pay. No bonuses. No company maternity/paternity pay. No progression. No performance reviews. No paid breaks. Clock in 1 minute late and lose 15 minutes pay. Clock out 30 minutes late and get nothing. Meant to be a 'family' company but unless you're last name is Malcolm, it means nothing. No pay rise this year due to pay negotiations going through the union (which I thought was a good thing at first) and is dragging out. I now do the minimal amount of tasks required for payment. Only give what you get in return.

Job Stability: they provide long-term employment if you keep your head down. ​Vehicle Maintenance: Generally, the trucks are well-maintained and roadworthy, which takes the stress out of daily checks. ​Camaraderie: Good atmosphere among the drivers on the road; you’re working with a lot of experienced pros. ​Overtime Availability: If you are willing to chase the hours, the overtime is always there, and the daily trigger (after 9 hours) is better than companies that only pay OT after 40+ hours weekly. Free gloves Onsite parking Smart looking vheickes Weekly pay In house cpc

Work-Life Balance: To earn a competitive wage, you are forced into 60+ hour weeks. It is very difficult to have a life outside the cab when you’re doing 12–15 hour shifts daily. Low Basic Pay: The basic rate £14+ is significantly behind the current market average for Class 1 drivers, making you over-reliant on overtime. Management Culture: There is a strong feeling of "ownership" rather than partnership. Management can be rigid and sometimes out of touch with the realities of being on the road for 15 hours. Lack of Flexibility: Very difficult to get a "standard" 40-hour week that still pays enough to live on. It’s either the full grind or nothing.