Recent content by Groindz

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Okay, thanks. I will join ASLEF when the time comes, but is there any need for me to remain with RMT? Any extra benefit to be connected to both or should I just stick with ASLEF? Thanks

My RMT fee comes out of my wage. I'm starting as a depot driver/shunter in the coming weeks, should I cancel my membership and join ASLEF?

I did these with Scotrail about 2 years ago. They are quite straight forward. The trickiest one for me was the visual estimation as it can take a good few seconds to figure out which shapes are the exact same. If you feel like it take too long then skip to the next question. As you know its...

I wore a shirt with a jumper on top and dressed trousers. I felt comfortable enough. There was a few other people who wore jeans and trainers with a jumper. So wear what makes you feel good

I passed the paper and computer assessments this year. I think the best way to practice is to have a knowledge of what to expect from each test, rather than to try and practice them (which is why this forum is useful). My though process was that if I know what is expected of me then it takes...

Okay, thanks for clarifying.

That's interesting to know as I assumed that it would have been counted as a different test because it's apparently part 2 of the assessment. Which I thought would be counted as a different test all together

Hi, I recently passed the first part of the driver psychometric test - TEA-Occ Concentration test Group Bourdon Safety Test Train Ability Part One Train Ability Part Two I passed, but I previously failed this test about 2 years ago. I was told that it lasts for 5 years and I'm currently waiting...

I think when it comes to NWR and technician jobs they would certainly prefer that you have previous experience on the track, but I wouldn't say it's impossible. I know for a fact that you can get a job as an operative with little to no experience on the tracks, but of course any experience would...

Someone might have a better and more specific answer but I'll let you know what I was told when I went for a medical with my TOC. I asked the woman there if you can fail a medical based on your BMI score (I asked because I am underweight) she said that they don't fail people based on BMI but she...

I work for a TOC now but I previously worked for an agency doing track maintenance work which required a PTS. I'd suggest you look on the Network rail website and check for vacancies, they might prefer someone with a bit of experience and with a PTS but its worth a try. The reason I say to try...

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