Young recruit celebrated at Hardy Signs

Manufacturer and installer of bespoke and digital signage, Hardy Signs, has discussed the successful onboarding of its latest workshop operative, and a visit from local member of parliament Kate Kniveton.

As the MP for Burton and Uttoxeter Kniveton’s holds an annual jobs fair which was visited by Harry Rodger who went on to work for Hardy Signs thanks to the fair.

Kniveton visited Hardy Signs to see the progress that Rodger has made since obtaining an interview and eventual job thanks to the careers fair.

After to speaking to 23 different applicants, both experienced and junior, Hardy Signs decided Rodger was the best fit for the company, leading to his recruitment in October 2022.

Kniveton comments: “It was a real joy to meet Harry at Hardy Signs and hear all about the opportunities that have opened up to him following attending my jobs fair last autumn. The jobs fair had a real buzz, and I know those that attended found it a worthwhile experience. Harry is a real success story of this event and goes to show what a valuable opportunity it can be”.

Starting at the business, Rodger was apprehensive about working for a well-known local company, especially as it is his first job.

Since, the workshop operative has gained confidence working on several high-profile projects including wrapping 13 Mercedes Sprinter Minibuses for Westmidland Bus on Demand.

Rodger says: “I’m immensely grateful for the opportunity to work at Hardy Signs. Living in Burton, I’ve always been aware of the company, as you see the name everywhere, but I didn’t imagine I’d ever be working full-time for such a well-known and respected place. I would wholly recommend to others in future that they attend the jobs fair to see what job opportunities might be open to them”.

Managing director and founder of Hardy Signs, Nik Hardy, adds: “We were very pleased to take part in Kate’s Jobs Fair last year and were glad about how the event went and the level of interest we received.

“Harry has been a great addition to our team here at Hardy Signs and has learned and developed a wide range of skills since starting. We look forward to taking part in this year’s Jobs Fair and hope to see many others there too.”

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