Recent content by Pav

Not a problem, more than happy to help. Although I'm not a line manager I have a vested interest in seeing good people get into EMCC! :-)

Alas sorry Mac, I'm not too sure about those forms. It was about 5 years ago when I transferred and I don't really remember the process. Maybe someone in HR could assist you or even someone from the RPS?

I went into CARE also, but then as soon as I hit 5 years I changed to RPS, as did everyone else I know.

Hey, have you got a copy of the NRP as the priority is listed in that. If you need it you can find it on MyConnect or if you cant find it, send me a pm with you NR email address and I'll forward it to you.

I can't see any reason a signaller based at EMCC would need to drive. I think its more about you being able to get there at time when public transport cannot, such as for the morning shift handover. The grade 7's at EMCC are on 12 hour shifts and hand over just before 0700/1900.

HS1 uses ETCS which is European Train Control System. It is in cab signalling so there are no lineside signals. I used to deal with ETCS on the Cambrian where it has been running as a trial for years, from a signallers perspective it isn't much different. Just some different terminology and some...

Sorry only just seen your reply. I hope it went well!

The NR interviews normally follow a set patter: First they'll ask you to tell them about yourself, your motivation for the job, why you think you'll be a good fit etc, and maybe even about your understanding of the job. Next will be the Non-technical skills (have a look at the NR website for...

Most of the trainees I 've come across who go to York walk from the Marriott to the ROC. Such a shame they stopped using the Park Inn!

Network Rail interviews generally test the Non technical skills, and I can't see why this one would be any different. I work in NR Operations and have had numerous interviews throughout the years for various posts and all have followed the same structure: A few questions about yourself, your...

Must do. However I thought things in NR were standardised across the board. Odd, but thats devolution for you I suppose! :D

These are called Emergency Intervention Units and were brought in for the 2012 Olympics and have stuck. They're a vehicle crewed by a BTP officer and a MOM and can respond on blue light to serious time sensative incidents such as trespass and suicides etc. Apart from a 1hour interview, what...

It can take a very long time. It will stay that way until the manager shortlists.

If you fancy going into Network Rail as a signaller, you just need to keep an eye on the NR careers website and apply when a post comes up. If you get an interview the questions are mostly Non-technical skill scenario based, so it's good to have examples, however you'll find that has been...

Yes they most defintely are, as signallers with even things like high blood pressure get put on restricted duties and are unable to signal. Tom Quinne, which box you work at?