Hi there. For reference, this is taking place in New Zealand. I recently took on a new job which I’ve been doing for about three weeks now. The hours are averaging out at about 12-hours a day, which is not at all what they described in the interview. It’s 5 days a week, but they keep trying to call me in on my days off, which I keep declining.
They’re severely understaffed, which I understand, however, the roles and hours are not at all as originally described.
I spoke with my manager and told her I’m considering leaving in two weeks. Her response was that since I’ve signed a fixed term contract (this is true), I need to give a one-month’s notice (I’m not sure if this is true or not).
My friend pointed out that there should be a probation period which I’m falling under, where they can fire me at any time and I can quit at any time, but I’m not entirely sure. I’m going to have a read of my contract later, but I’m new to the workforce out of high school and I’m not quite savvy with it all yet.
Anyone have any insight or knowledge into this? I’ve got another job lined up which I want to start ASAP, but I don’t want any repercussions for leaving without a one-month’s notice.
Tyia.