How to Answer: At Company ABC our facility runs 24/7. What is your availability? Do you have a preferred shift?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Sea Transportation job interview.
6. At Company ABC our facility runs 24/7. What is your availability? Do you have a preferred shift?
How to Answer
If Company ABC runs a morning, afternoon, and evening shift then you should go into the interview being very clear on your preference and availability.
The last thing you would want to do is take a role that isn't a fit for your lifestyle. Keep your answer to the point. There is no need to over-explain your scheduling needs.
1st Answer Example
"My wife and I like to arrange our work schedules around our children's needs. For that reason, I am seeking an afternoon shift. This way I can continue to drive them to school in the morning."
2nd Answer Example
"Although I do not have many restrictions in my schedule, I do need to be available for a prior commitment on Friday evenings. Other that than, I am happy to accommodate any shift, and overtime, as required by Company ABC."