Pros
Definitely one of a kind business, but not always in a good way. Flexi time is offered. Climbing wall, squash court and other toys onsite. Fully funded summer party every year. Lots of opportunities for apprenticeships and internships. Mainly bespoke work so everyday is different. Opportunities to work abroad on site delivering systems. Ideal place to work if you have OCD and love staying in Liverpool hotels. Some cool technology to get your hands on and play about with.
Cons
No overtime is offered and good luck claiming back any TIL, unless you get on really well with MD/HR. Bad management means that EVERY project is under costed and lots of pressure is put onto project leaders and technicians. As not enough hours have been allocated to projects you are then expected to work for free so that the project meets the ridiculously short deadline and budget. Management try to use the fact that there is a squash court, climbing wall etc. to warrant people staying back in their own time with no reward. You can progress through the business if your face fits and you get on with the right people. Unfortunately there is a lot of "one-upping" other people in order to seem better than others which can create a nasty atmosphere. The MD is massively over the top about everything and tries to micro-manage all aspects of the company. No set break times are given and if you are caught talking/not working for a small amount of time you will be disciplined. The lab is a health and safety nightmare - enter at your own risk. The MD believes chemicals don't expire so dont be alarmed when you find harmful chemicals that expired in the 90s sitting on a cupboard shelf.
