Recent content by hughavinalaf

Well done,and while the process appears slow for many,people continue to be invited to attend the assessment centre,so hold tight.

Its an excellent job and because of the customers,and their various ways......no two days are the same.In regards difficulties,much depends on your attitude and decision making,90% of the job really can be as problematic or as easy as you want it to be. You'll make good friends and you'll earn a...

Why have you created another thread on the same topic?

Likewise. The MMI simply went into a bit more detail in regards the outcome of my situations.

Mine,6 weeks ago,wasn't.

Are you aware it will be competency based? So,expect 5 or 6 questions around your suitability for the role,such as 'tell us a time when you have dealt with an emergency' or 'you have solved a problem' etc.

Unfortunately,i don't know about future courses.

A course of 10 started on Monday.

Cheers,best of luck. All i will add is that Northern's HR dept isn't the most switched on,for want of a better phrase......So,just hang on in there.

What role are you applying for?

I was all over the show,bleeps galore,leaving the track....but i just carried on going around,and passed.

Why the need to compromise your fitness/training? There is plenty of time outside of work hours to pursue other interests,including fitness. The industry certainly hasn't stopped me.

I'm surprised you haven't received more input/info from your colleagues.I also work for Northern and prior to my interview people couldn't do enough to offer such help. Anyway,as you will be aware,ts competency based,and will cover approximately 6 questions on topics such as dealing with an...

Yep,the above is fair comment. If you can't,or won't,perform initial research yourself then you're considering the wrong career.Such a lack of self help/preparation displays poor dedication,initiative and common sense.This is a role that thousands of people hope to secure,and you can be sure...

Hi all,just a quick reply to state i passed my interview 2 weeks ago and today i passed my assessment in Doncaster. Best of luck to all who are still within the application process.