I have completed the Ai conversation, and then the concentration test. Said the application is now being reviewed by management. This was for Preston, has anyone else heard anything more? How long would you expect it to be until the next stage (if passed)
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tulip
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Hi, I’m the same and for Preston. I’ve only heard the same as you. I’ve no idea how long it all takes. First time applying. Good luck.
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TP
Thanks bud! You too
Don't forget there is a talent pool to fill for future vacancies too. 1 vacancy now does not mean 1 position to fill.
For instance, my depot just hired 18 drivers for officially 4 positions - the rest are to cover retirements etc in 12-18 months time
Kems91
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where are you getting these practice tests fromBest of luck to you too! I've been practicing known assessments in preparation, just incase I am one of the lucky few!
You can pay for them online, and there are some tests available on this very forum. However, you don't really need to pay for any
I've been practicing using some of the free ones from the forum, and also an online dot practice test. I've also paid for some of the different materials. In all honesty, the free ones are perfect practice and you definitely don't need to spend money.
cap2
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I had my “application is now with the hiring manager” email on 28th June - still waiting (Preston).
I don’t want to decline too many other jobs waiting for this one, but the opportunity is too good to miss.
It’s the waiting game!
I don’t want to decline too many other jobs waiting for this one, but the opportunity is too good to miss.
It’s the waiting game!
Oh yeah that makes sense
If I was in need of a job and I had job offers, then I’d be accepting them.
Chance of getting a mainline driver position is very slim. For every 1000 people that I apply 1 person probably gets a job, odds might even be higher than that.
Obviously if you are in a good job already then that’s a different matter
Hundred percent agree with GPR. Although some people will get jobs at the end of the process, the reality is at this stage it's so far away for everyone, certainly too far away to be turning down other jobs unless you're happy with your current role.
omalleys
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Don't decline any jobs and pin your hopes on a driver job mate. If you take a job elsewhere and get lucky to be offered a driver job, just quit.
I'm lucky enough to be in a good job currently so it isn't an issue with me
Irish Rail
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You’re right, 3.5k -4K people applied for Lumo last year. Were only two apprentice positions.
I agree with this. The job I'm at now was at one stage my dream job. I still love it but with no progression I'm looking for a new challenge, and to fulfil a childhood dream. Don't quit or turn down a job now, only do that when you have a physical driver's job starter date Infront of you!
Kems91
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how are you guys doing in GBT practice tests? how many lines per sheet and omissions etc etc? any tips or tricks
Last time I did them I averaged 11 lines per sheet, with only a couple omitted/marked incorrectly. Haven't done them in a while though.
Jaytee1977
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Has anyone had anything back yet regarding the Scarborough position
Yeah I think I was something similar, in the proper tests I get to the 2nd from bottom line with zero errors.
You can do, the GBT is the only you where practicing can make a big difference. Almost a learned skill. The rest are memory or concentration tests.
The key with testing, once you have an invite, is to split them into the 2 sessions - don't even look at the computer tests before the written tests.
Can you send the link for the website you use please?
Try this one.
Group Bourdon Tool
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I've only ever used the provided OPC practice materials from previous applications
Thanks bro!Try this one.
Group Bourdon Tool
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I've only ever used the provided OPC practice materials from previous applications
Xihan
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I know many people apply for the trainee train driver roles, but does anyone have an idea of how many make it through to the OPC? Surely the chances at that stage at much greater, even if still slim.
No one will know that really. The last OPC tests I did in person had 20 people. 10 one day and 10 the next day. This was for Avanti a few years ago. (People who passed this are still waiting for offers from Avanti, they’re in the talent pool) this was 2023. And a guy I got speaking to is still waiting after passing all tests.
Similar figures to both ones I've attended - about 10-15 for paper tests but probably 6-8 for computer testing
So in regards to this, if you passed the tests, interview etc you can end up in a talent pool waiting for a position to come up? Which by the sounds of it could be a good while.
Cheers
Most definitely. Although I don’t know about every single TOC. Lots of people are still in talent pools and that’s just people I’ve seen on this forum. As I said the guy I know who passed in 2023 is still waiting.