Frequently Asked Questions
What is JobServe?
JobServe is a website dedicated to publishing job vacancies – in fact we’re the world’s first. Recruiters and employers pay to advertise their vacancies, job seekers can then quickly search through the thousands of new jobs that appear every day on the site and apply online for any that look suitable.
How do I apply for a job?
Every job has an online application form provided, making it quick and easy to apply immediately to any advertisement viewed on our website. Just click on the ‘apply now’ button!
When submitting your application, if you’ve supplied information that could be used to create or update your JobServe candidate record, we will prompt you to do so. Once a candidate record has been created, any subsequent applications you submit will be pre-filled with your details to speed up the process.
Must I register to apply for a job?
No, you can apply for a job without registering and we will keep your details confidential.
What are the benefits of registering?
By registering with JobServe you can save your searches, set up a daily feed of new vacancies that match your search criteria and track the applications you’ve made through us. Registering also allows our unique job matching technology, known as Alchemy, to alert you to any job that you may be suitable for.
You can store up to 10 Resumes and by ‘Activating’ one of them, will also enable recruiters to find your details and consider you for their latest roles.
What is Alchemy?
Alchemy is the latest generation of our job matching technology, the way it works is unique, it learns how a job seeker is using our site; what searches are carried out and jobs applied for, locations, salary etc. It then checks every new vacancy when it’s published on the site to see if it matches the profile of the job seeker. If a match is found, an email is sent to the individual.
How do I save my searches?
This is a great way to speed up the job hunting process. To save a search simply click on the save link on any results page and you’ll be prompted to log in or register if you’ve not already done so. You can save as many searches as you like with different criteria and give each one a unique name to help you identify it later on.
How do I set up Jobs by Email?
Use the search tool to find vacancies that match what you’re looking for and refine the results, if necessary. Then simply click on the envelope link on any results page and you’ll be prompted to log in or register if you’ve not already done so. A feed of new vacancies will be sent to you daily or instantly, whichever you prefer.
If I upload my Resume will everyone be able to see it?
No, when you upload a Resume it will speed up the job application process, but we don’t automatically publish it, you have the control over who sees it.
What are Boolean or Math searches?
A number of the vacancies advertised on JobServe are for the IT industry where roles are often highly specialised with specific skill sets required. Boolean and maths operators can be used to hone searches to identify such precise requirements.
Why are vacancies only available for 7 days?
We pride ourselves that the content on our site is always fresh so jobseekers only apply for current jobs. Recruiters and Employers also benefit because they don’t have to wait for publishing dates and our job matching technology, Alchemy, also encourages quicker responses from suitable jobseekers.
I’ve found a job that’s perfect for a friend, how do I let them know?
Every job has a ‘Tell a friend’ option when viewing the full details of the vacancy, so just click on the link and complete the form and we’ll email the details to your friend.