Work hours
At Harvey, we believe that fostering a healthy work-life balance and respecting the well-being of our employees are essential elements of being a socially responsible organisation. We recognise that our team's productivity and creativity are influenced by their overall well-being, and we are committed to ensuring reasonable work hours that support both personal and professional growth.
Our Approach
Reasonable Work Hours
We are committed to setting reasonable work hours that allow our employees to meet their professional responsibilities while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. We avoid imposing excessive workloads that can lead to burnout or compromise well-being.
Flexibility and Autonomy
We promote a flexible work environment that recognises the diverse needs of our employees. Whenever possible, we offer options for flexible work schedules, remote work, and the ability to balance work commitments (fulfilling minimum time commitment as specified in your work contract) with personal obligations. More details in Benefits policy.
Overtime and Compensation
We acknowledge that occasionally, project deadlines or other exceptional circumstances may require excessive additional effort. In such rare cases, where deemed reasonable, we compensate overtime work in accordance with applicable labour laws and provide time off in lieu whenever possible.
Time Management
We expect effective time management practices to help our team members maintain productivity during regular working hours and ensure billable project scopes are managed appropriately. Proper planning and prioritisation help minimise the need for excessive overtime and create a more sustainable work environment. We provide support and tools to empower the team to do this and it is the individual’s responsibility to take ownership of their time management and delivery. We rely on our team members to log their time accurately and on time in Clockify.
Encouraging Breaks
We recognise the importance of taking regular breaks during the workday. Employees are encouraged to step away from their desks, recharge, and maintain their mental and physical well-being.
Support and Resources
We provide tools and resources and support to our employees to help them manage their time effectively and strike a healthy balance between work and personal life. This may include Google Calendar management, workshops on time management, stress reduction techniques, and access to mental health support.
Monitoring and Feedback
We regularly monitor work hours and employee well-being through open dialogues. We use this information to continually improve our policies and practices.