THE
UK WELCOMES WORKERS FROM POLAND
Over
the last 15 years, upheavals to the Polish economy have
meant colossal changes in the mentality of Polish employees.
With a population of 38 million and an unemployment rate
of 18%, they have learned to appreciate their own jobs,
and also those of other people. With the end of the state’s
protectionist policies, Polish workers have learnt that
a job is not something that comes easily, and that work
is something to value.
The
effects of these changes are visible. People who have jobs
tend to work harder now because they understand that the
fruits of their labour are passed on to them alone, and
not diluted to the general collective as was the case under
communism.
During
the same period, a shortage of qualified labour was becoming
an increasing problem for British employers. As a result,
we had to turn to our new neighbours for help. By accessing
the available talent from Poland, the UK is more able to
fill difficult positions such as welders, drivers, mechanics,
joiners and labourers with hard working, motivated and experienced
staff.
If you are considering taking on Polish workers to fill
your vacancies, it is important to remember that the main
barrier to success will be communication. If everything
is clear and understood to all parties from the very beginning,
then it lays the foundations for a strong working relationship.
Our
Polish translation service can help your business face the
challenge of a multi-cultural workplace.
We
can help you with translations of employment contracts,
health and safety policies, employee handbooks, instruction
manuals, general daily work procedures, employers rights,
terms and conditions of employment, etc.
Always
practical, and often a legal requirement, localised language
information is essential if you are to gain the most from
your new Polish workforce.
Contact
us now for further details
|