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Telephone Enquiry Regarding a Warehouse Operative Position
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Read listening script
ADVISOR: Good afternoon, Apex Recruitment Agency. How can I assist you? CALLER: Hello. I'm calling about the temporary warehouse vacancy listed on your job board yesterday. ADVISOR: Certainly. Let me pull up the details on my system. Ah, yes, that's for the Apex Logistics Hub. The site is based along Wharfedale Way in Eastbury. CALLER: That's quite convenient for me. What are the scheduled shift patterns? ADVISOR: The morning shift runs from 6:00 am until 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday. There is also an optional Saturday overtime shift, but the core contract is 40 hours weekly. CALLER: That suits my routine. And could you tell me the hourly compensation rate? ADVISOR: The basic rate begins at £11.85 per hour. Once you complete the four-week probation, that increases to £13.20. CALLER: Understood. Do I need to purchase safety boots, or does the employer issue them? ADVISOR: The warehouse supplies high-visibility vests and gloves, but every worker must provide their own steel-toe boots before entering the facility. CALLER: No problem, I already have a compliant pair. When do the practical induction sessions begin? ADVISOR: The next induction takes place on Wednesday, October 18th at 8:30 am sharp. We require your passport scan and proof of address before Tuesday noon to secure your badge. CALLER: Excellent. I'll email those documents immediately. Thank you for your time! ADVISOR: You're welcome. Goodbye.
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Form Completion
Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Warehouse location: ________ Way, Eastbury.
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