Pros
Good People Good Mid-Managers Good Projects
Cons
At my previous job at JCB, the work-life balance was nonexistent, with excessive micromanagement and top-down control resembling a 1970s management style. The lack of overtime pay despite encouragement to exceed contracted hours and strict clock-in/clock-out policies for non-industrial staff eroded trust. The limited flexibility in core hours and minimal annual leave days available for booking made it a challenging place to thrive. Additionally, a blaming culture prevailed, which was far from ideal. For anyone considering a role there, I'd recommend using it solely for gaining experience before seeking better opportunities elsewhere. It seemed like a futile investment of time. There are plenty of engineering organisation bigger than JCB and better than JCB, my current organization values overtime pay, offers remote work options, allows autonomy as long as project goals are met, and provides a refreshing schedule with no work on Fridays and a half-day on Thursdays. The reduced 35-hour workweek creates a much more conducive and balanced work environment.
