Hints for ways in which David could be helped.
David may need in-house help on planning his day/tasks.
There are courses at TAFE where David could up-date his skills or learn new skills.
David needs to familiarize himself with the Policy and Procedures Manual. This would also apply to the Dress Code for the business.
Reasons for certain poor performance need to be investigated – why is he often late? Poor bus connections perhaps? What can be done about it? Later start time?? – problem-solving and negotiation needed here.
Learn how to use software used by the business – training eg use of spell check, dictionary
He needs to re-evaluate how he performs tasks. Look at new, more efficient and effective ways of achieving his work goals.
Improve communication skills – possible delegation of some tasks if stressed