Recent content by Joe20365

Yep. Pretty much. Was a massive decision to leave and one day I might regret it, but right now I still think it was the right choice. That said, its a cracking job for the right person.

I went from being a 30 year old, in a dead end, low-skilled job into a train driver from my very first application. Then I quit.... probably not the best example.

I didn't, no. Should i have done? :idea:

Thanks for all the responses, really appreciate your feedback. To answer a few questions raised: I have done several other 9-5 menial jobs, so I know exactly what these are like and I'm in no way aspiring to get back to that. Also, I wouldn't say I went into the job 'half-arsed', but it was...

Hi, I haven't been on here for a while, since I successfully got through Northern's application process. So, I really enjoyed the training programme, learned a lot, felt challenged and made some good friends. However, I've now started driving properly with a minder, and basically, I'm not...

I saw mine by complete chance on Jobsite.co.uk, hidden in amongst a load of terrible sales and marketing jobs disguised as genuine careers!

Thanks guys. Yeah it was for Northern.

Hi all, I've just today been offered a place on a training course for a Trainee Driver in Leeds. I just want to say thanks to everyone on this forum, it has been such a benefit in just giving me a slight heads up in what to expect, rather than going in blind. So, I thought I would talk...

Yeah, I think I might have to lay off the heroin for a week or two, just in case.

I also have a system that will give you a 100% guarantee of passing the tests.... 'Have a perfect memory, incredible reactions and be a physics expert.' Do that and I guarantee you will pass! :wink:

Someone on here gave me it. Sw1ller I think! It's a lot easier than sending an email and waiting a week for the reply!

01904568543 :)

What's the cost of being in the union, as a driver?

Sorry, just trying to get my post count up to answer a private message.

I'm absolutely no expert on this, but a recent poster (I forget who) said that he failed a medical with Northern because of an irregular heartbeat. But he also said his weight was an issue too. So, make of that what you will!! Helpful, I know. ;)