I Need Some Help

[Baron_Samedi]

Folks,

When I accepted my present job, it ticked all the boxes and I thought would make me happy.

Within two days, I knew the job was wrong (for reasons I won't go into) but I have stuck it out because of the crunch and frankly fear that I won't find as good a job again, being as the big 50 is looming on the horizon.

Never, ever has a job depressed me so much.

If I talk with anyone during the working day it is a novelty, I work with a team that work like a jazz band rather than an orchestra and a boss that doesn't can't change the situation.

I even ask him regularly whether he requires my services and I get the usual "it'll get better" but it never does.

What the heck should I do?

 

[abecketts]

take the money, smile and wave and while doing so plan your exit, look at your contacts and network and see if anything might arise that could suit. Then review your CV and start the campaign. Finding work when you have a job is far, far easier than doing so without one, believe me I know.

Chin up!

 

[Ted]

^^^^ 100% what he said.
You have plenty of time to plan your exit strategy. Make the most of it.

 

[Baron_Samedi]

Wise words Gentlemen and I thank you for the advice.

I really should have been acted sooner, but will step up a plan rather than bailing out prematurely.

Does anyone know a good agent / website for QA / Product Assurance specialists?

 

[wemorgan]

Have you considered contracting? With 6-12 month contracts you're unlikely to be bored and even if you are the end is always in sight.

Good luck with the job hunting.

 

[Flatflr]

Wise words Gentlemen and I thank you for the advice.

I really should have been acted sooner, but will step up a plan rather than bailing out prematurely.

Does anyone know a good agent / website for QA / Product Assurance specialists?

The problem with QA is what type of QA you are in, is it software development and testing QA, or is it management system (ISO9001) type QA?

One of the problems with searching for a job in Quality is that everybody uses it in their job description as they are all "quality" companies, with "qaulity" products and "quality services".

I'm in the management system (with quite a bit of software) QA, and looking at the moment.

Nick

Nick

 

[Palfrem]

A couple of years ago I got made redundant and being keen on continuing to be able to pay the mortgage I grabbed the first job that I got offered.

Nice people, decent money, etc., etc. but completely the wrong job.

At least I was working and had a good breathing space to get a job I fancied.

It took almost 12 months but left for more money, better pension, bonuses and the like.

Sit tight, bank the dosh and trawl the 'net each evening.

 

[Baron_Samedi]

The problem with QA is what type of QA you are in, is it software development and testing QA, or is it management system (ISO9001) type QA?

One of the problems with searching for a job in Quality is that everybody uses it in their job description as they are all "quality" companies, with "qaulity" products and "quality services".

I'm in the management system (with quite a bit of software) QA, and looking at the moment.

Nick

Nick

My calling is Product Assurance - ensuring CE marking etc is authenticated by EMC, Safety Testing etc

But I have ventured into manufacturing quality (ISO900X and AS9100) as required.

Got to agree with you about the misuse of "Quality" though

 

[rossyl]

take the money, smile and wave and while doing so plan your exit, look at your contacts and network and see if anything might arise that could suit. Then review your CV and start the campaign. Finding work when you have a job is far, far easier than doing so without one, believe me I know.

Chin up!

Definitely what ABecketts says above.

Forget about the age thing. You do not know until you try. You don't know what company needs someone like you, until you get out there and look.

Get your CV up to date. Join up with a recruiter you believe to be very good. Then go hunting and find a job that is right for you. Don't (or at least try not to) spend the last years of your working life miserable.

But make sure you keep it secretive at work.

 

[Wizeng]

I got my best job when I was 56, and have had little problems when changing, use the contacts that you have made, 90% of jobs are found by 'mates'. Good luck.