(17 Dec 2021, 1:32 pm)Adrian wrote Of course it sounds better, but like I wrote earlier, is this not a factor in why operators are struggling to recruit drivers?
If I was told I would receive a salary of X but then told I'd have to work 48-50 hours a week to make that, and that it's actually worked time rather than a salary, then it's clearly not as attractive as what's being advertised and I'd probably feel like I'm being duped by the prospective employer.
Tie in that with some poor management, lots of responsibility, being monitored for every move you make... Not likely to help with the attrition.
I've often wondered if some sort of bonus (attractive and realistic), would help reduce turnover. Obviously in addition to many other improvements.
I've just received a bonus of the equivalent of 2 weeks salary for doing my job. If I had performed even better, I'd have been rewarded even more.
Tie that in with a couple of other incentives/bonuses over the course of a year and for those who are motivated by financial reward, then they're going to be a little happier.