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Shift work - is it possible to request to do just one type of shift? I don't mean a cushy day shift, I mean for example if you just wanted to do late shifts or night shifts, is that possible? Just curious. I'm already used to shift work and working weekends, but was just wondering if they would...

Regarding salaries, are there no allowances? London, travel etc etc.

Thanks for all your helpful comments Atishyou, really appreciated. There's a great person on YouTube called Freight Rambler, I would advise all to have a look at his videos. He's an experienced DB man. Love those diesel locos. Not sure about anyone else, but the wait is killing me. I'd like to...

I haven't received the 2nd email with the Nov 2 deadline on it. I wonder if that's a bad omen. It would be a shame to fall at the first hurdle. I suspect they've had a lot of applications and can choose to be picky, if you know what I mean. Also, Acton would have got more interest because there...

I quite like the idea of driving one of those big diesel locomotives. Must be great. They're actually selling 3 class 60 locomotives if anyone is interested :) Anyway, I've got no idea how many trainees they're taking on and what the probabilities are of being shortlisted, but fingers-crossed...

Anyone know what the London and travel allowance is worth. Seems like a good starting salary to me. How long before you're on the proper though? A couple of years? Applied for Acton.

Hi, Have you got a date for your South Eastern assessment? I'm waiting on a date myself.

Hi everyone, Yes, any info on the assessment process would be really appreciated. Is it computer based? Bourdon or Scaat? Thank you.

Thank you mate. That is useful to know.

Is it definitely on paper still? Or does that vary from TOC to TOC.

hello mate I'm +ive, but i was diagnosed mny years after getting the job. all you wll get is help and sympathy. hasn't affected my safety in the least. but i don't know what the score is if you're +ive before starting. but the best of luck and don't let it put you off doing anyhting with your...