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How did you establish what area you failed on? I got the thumbs down today also. I'm gutted. I put a lot of time and effort into the Bourdon and reaction stuff. I'm kicking myself that I did'nt practice the memory recollection. I knew on the day I'd cocked up on the glop test. No...

Hi Kayla It's hard to say. Most remaining at this level will probably have done a fair degree of research and practice so it's going to be close. One can only hope to progress to the interviews where the decision will be made for the best suited candidates. I'm not too confident from my...

Correct mate. For the those that pass this stage of course. I guess FTPE need to whittle the numbers down even further. Hence the split stage.

I don't think the rule of using all the words and characters is always to your advantage. Certainly not in my experience anyway. Its the quality of the response, not the quantity that they are looking for. You could write 250 words of detailed and comprehensive material. Or you could...

Yes thats pretty much it.:| Did my assessments today in Manchester. Certainly isn't easy and I would imagine its almost impossible to finish. Nothing more I can do now.:cry: Another intake doing theirs tomorrow. Hopefully papers will be marked in the next day or two. --- old post...

Thanks for the feedback Henry. Very useful comments. :wink: I've got a few more days still to finalise the prep before the big day on Wed. Been going at it hammer and tongue with the reading and studying. I actually enjoy looking at technical puzzles and things of a mechanical nature...

Cabin crew? :D

Hi SD I have that book. I purchased it some time ago and I certainly intend to read it again this week. I purposely left the tests inside the book until I reached an assessment phase. Now that assessment is a week away I'll be doing as much as I can. I also have downloaded the...

Hi I'm glad you posted this thread as I was intending to make the same request. I've got my assessment a week today in Manchester. First time I've had one and not quite sure what to expect apart from what the email stated - problem solving etc. Let's see what comes back from the...

Hi all, I recieved an e-mail today notifying me of reaching short listing. Got to attend an assessment day in Manchester next week. Looking forward to it. Can anyone point me towards threads where I can read up on correct prep and what to expect etc

Hi there, What position have you applied for and when did you apply?

Hi folks, I read here recently that a few had applied for this post (at Man Picc) when it was originally advertised back in December. I know one or two have heard back in relation to being unsuccessful, however, has anyone heard anything back in a positive light? I do appreciate that these...

I submitted my application late last night (thurs), when the applications were still live on the Northern website. I checked this morning and they had gone. I hope I made it in in time.

Hi folks, Well thanks to all the good people who took the time to reply to this thread. I've found the feedback very useful. Over the last few weeks I have had to use the rail network to commute to and from work and I've always paid particular attention to the rail staff I see during the...

Yes I'm GMP. I can't complain too much regarding them to be honest. After all they pay well and the courses that I have been on over the years are exceptional. I've learnt to Listen, Speak, Present, Drive, Shoot, Provide highest level of First Aid and defend myself. So I'd like to think I...

Yes I'm aware of that incident. Very sad. No doubt the drivers are pre-warned of occurances such as this in their training programme. I've seen plenty of blood and gore in my 12 years. It does'nt bother me anymore. Unless its children or animals. :(

Indeed. Especially with all the drunks that are staggering around the tracks at weekend. Must be a nightmare for Tram Drivers. Many of the tram routes out of the city use the rail network. So I suppose learning to drive a tram could result in bigger and brighter things. I can see...

It may be a while yet. One lad I work with is due to retire in July with a full pension. The lucky sod. He has just been accepted with Manchester Metrolink as a driver to commence when he retires. He said the course is exactly the same as what regular train drivers are put through. I never...

Well guys. Seems I've created a little debate amongst the ranks. I not really concerned whether the replies are from drivers or not. Ideally I am aiming to hear from members that are armed with a little more knowledge about the industry then me. Its not about a battle of wits or who can...

Hi gents, Thanks for the responses. Some food for thought amongst that. I was also intrigued by the comment regarding drivers who are recruited from non-rail backgrounds. Agreed it could potentially be adventageous to have worked within the rail sector prior to any driver application...