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Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question about how ShiftSync works? Whether you’re a business looking for reliable cover or an engineer exploring new opportunities, this page answers some of the most common queries about our process, services, and how we operate.

Engineers

Registering with ShiftSync is simple and personal. Simply complete the form on our ‘Engineers’ page or get in touch with us via phone or email to express your interest. We’ll arrange a short conversation to learn more about your experience, skillset, and availability.

From there, we’ll guide you through the necessary steps to get you registered and ready for work – including collecting any required documents and qualifications. For certain roles, there may be additional checks or training involved, but we’ll walk you through everything.

We don’t use automated portals – we believe in real conversations and the right fit for every shift. If you’re ready to get started, we’re ready to hear from you.

To register your interest in getting temporary or permanent work through ShiftSync, please simply enter your contact details and upload your CV to our ‘Engineers’ page.

Shift Sync pays you every Friday for the shifts you have covered.

Employers

All engineers we place undergo a thorough compliance check to confirm their certificates are current and relevant. We also carry out regular audits to maintain high standards and ensure everything stays up to date..

ShiftSync will invoice you directly for any engineer shifts completed at your site. We track start and finish times to ensure you’re only charged for the hours actually worked – clear, accurate, and hassle-free.

Yes. We understand that unexpected absences and engineering shortages can disrupt production. With access to our UK network of experienced multiskilled engineers, Shift Sync can respond quickly and arrange engineering support at short notice, subject to availability and site requirements.

Yes. Shift Sync can provide additional engineering resources to support planned preventative maintenance (PPM), clear maintenance backlogs and complete outstanding corrective work.

Our engineers can work alongside your existing maintenance team to help keep maintenance schedules on track.

Yes. We provide experienced engineers to support planned factory shutdowns, including preventative maintenance, machinery repairs, equipment installations and engineering improvements.

Whether you need one engineer or additional resources for a larger shutdown, Shift Sync can support your requirements.

Yes. Shift Sync is expanding its UK engineering network to include experienced Project Engineers, Project Managers, Commissioning Engineers and Controls and Automation Engineers.

We can help businesses access specialist engineering professionals to support capital projects, manufacturing improvements and equipment upgrades.

Yes. Shift Sync can provide engineering resources to support machinery installations, production line upgrades, automation improvements and capital investment projects.

Whether you need additional engineers for an installation or specialist project support, we can help identify suitable professionals for your requirements.

Our engineers complete a structured onboarding and verification process managed through our own engineering portal.

This includes checking relevant qualifications, technical experience, competencies, employment history, references, right to work and appropriate insurance documentation.

Engineers are also assessed by experienced engineers who understand the demands of working in FMCG and manufacturing environments.