Recent content by Treguard

When applying internally, do they take into account previous sickness? I was off for a good amount of time previously due to an unknown health condition (which thankfully now has been diagnosed and isn't actually an issue anymore - certainly wouldn't affect the job). In the past, I haven't been...

Cheers all for the advice. Yep ordinarily I'd have smart jacket and shoes, but applying for the role was a very last minute decision and a bit before payday unfortunately. The jacket I used to have no longer fit me and I haven't had to wear smart black shoes in a good while. Don't have any...

Cheers. I've managed to borrow a tie, and will check out the charity shops on Tuesday when I go out to do the station visit as part of the pre-task :)

Thanks. I have a winter coat from M&S that is very smart so should be ok with that. As I haven't had to wear black shoes in a while, the ones I have are falling apart a bit...one of the lace holes has gone a bit so they aren't very straight looking. It was either that or wear the walking boots I...

My suit jacket no longer fits me and if honest I don't have the funds at the moment to buy a new one. Do you think if going for a conductor/guard role, not having a jacket will really matter too much? I really only have one tie as well! Haven't had an interview in 4 years.

Does anyone know anyone that works at Guide Bridge? what's the box like?

Ah right ok. Basically a chap called Phil Graham who has had a long career as a signaller since British Rail runs basic and advanced courses at Huddersfield and York on signalling. Cheers, that makes sense and sounds like a couple of roles I've had in the past.

Thanks. What started to put me off (after applying) were questions on an questionnaire regarding conflicts with team members, leading people. I've also just had an invite to an online assessment - not sure if this is standard now for Network Rail, or just for these particular roles.

Is it reasonable for someone without any signalling experience (but attending Phil Graham's block signalling course) to be able to go for Grade 1-3 signaller roles? Originally I was just looking at a crossing keeper position, but was advised by the hiring manager (after it alighted that the...

How did you find the online assessment? I'm in the same boat as you :) Edit:- Just finished both and have only heard back about the numerical one which I passed (so I assume I didn't pass the verbal one). Could've done with a bit more time on the first test if honest, and those verbal ones...