Arriva Trainee Drivers and Guards

[Sammy h]

I heard today that there were around 1400 applicants for the driver vacancies,

Makes me feel a bit better that I made it to the interview stage.

 

[teaanddunkers]

I heard today that there were around 1400 applicants for the driver vacancies,

Very low amount for drivers vacancies, normally about that per vacancy. I think it's that low because it was not advertised for a specified time, only until they felt they had enough. Good news for the applicants!

 

[Greenback]

Very low amount for drivers vacancies, normally about that per vacancy. I think it's that low because it was not advertised for a specified time, only until they felt they had enough. Good news for the applicants!

You are probably right. Provided they can get sufficient quality people to fill the vacancies, there's no point keeping the advert open.

 

[choo~choo]

I heard today that there were around 1400 applicants for the driver vacancies,

This is true.. 14-1500

 

[elbee]

Anybody heard anything regarding getting through the paper sift for trainee driving posts. I thought the assessment centre was strting next week???

 

[dlball]

I keep getting `sifting` when I check my application. Anyone know anything?

 

[choo~choo]

Nobody has heard yet

 

[rugi]

Not heard anyrhing either, no news is good news

 

[Withnailandi]

Why does everyone want to work on the railways. I do and it's not a funny question or anything like that. I just wondered why. It sounds like people would give their right arms for it.

 

[TDK]

Why does everyone want to work on the railways. I do and it's not a funny question or anything like that. I just wondered why. It sounds like people would give their right arms for it.

Well, there are many reasons, I did it solely for the money and the security, you will find that most folks on this forum are enthusiasts and want to work on the railway to enhance their hobby maybe? I may be wrong but I doubt it (sits patiently and waits for the flack)

 

[MuttleyBOT]

I'm with you TDK - the money and security. Worked on the railways, then left now trying to get back in.

 

[playmore64]

Ha!

You me both MuttleyBOT

I left the rail industry for family reasons and now want back and find it harder than ever to get back in, where I strongly feel I rightly belong.

My love for the Railways will never end, it's a match made in heaven

@TDK - you hit the nail on the head (ouch)!

 

[choo~choo]

Money and pension ftw

 

[Withnailandi]

Good reasons folks, it is a great job as conductor and driver is probably even better. You sometimes read posts by people who fail to get in and they sound like they are going to phone the Samaritans. Cheers.

 

[Beveridges]

One of the best things about working on the railway is the pay is a lot better compared to similar jobs outside the railway. The railway has also got some jobs where the work is normally pleasurable, like mine.

 

[jade01]

Hi everyone Regarding the trainee conductor roles does anyone know how long you are likely to be 'on hold' for ?

Application was successful after assessments and interview but has been placed on hold..... No idea how long for

 

[loplop]

Congrats on your success! Which depot did you apply for?

I guess that's the nail in the coffin of my hopes that arriva were just slow in responding! I am still at 'shortlisting' online. Guess they picked the people they wanted and will get round to updating the others in time.

 

[choo~choo]

Congrats on your success! Which depot did you apply for?

I guess that's the nail in the coffin of my hopes that arriva were just slow in responding! I am still at 'shortlisting' online. Guess they picked the people they wanted and will get round to updating the others in time.

Did you go for driver or guard??

 

[tiptoptaff]

Congrats on your success! Which depot did you apply for?

I guess that's the nail in the coffin of my hopes that arriva were just slow in responding! I am still at 'shortlisting' online. Guess they picked the people they wanted and will get round to updating the others in time.

Don't give up hope buddy, I had my thanks but no thanks ages back!

 

[loplop]

Did you go for driver or guard??

Guard at Crewe.

Thanks Keiran, sorry you got the no thanks.

 

[choo~choo]

Guard at Crewe.

Thanks Keiran, sorry you got the no thanks.

Don't give up hope mate!

 

[carlejo]

I applied several weeks ago and I check 3/4 times a week and keep seeing 'shortlisting' on the ATW website.

I've applied for trainee train driver and today was contacted by ATW and invited for an interview next monday....... chuffed to bits I am, but what can I expect from it ?...........all help greatly appreciated

Thanks

 

[elbee]

I applied several weeks ago and I check 3/4 times a week and keep seeing 'shortlisting' on the ATW website.

I've applied for trainee train driver and today was contacted by ATW and invited for an interview next monday....... chuffed to bits I am, but what can I expect from it ?...........all help greatly appreciated

Thanks

Well done all the best for next week. What depot have you applied for? Has the status on your application now changed from saying 'shortlisting'?

 

[carlejo]

Thanks very much............ still a massive way to go yet, just wondered what the first stage involved.

It still says shortlisting and I've applied for cardiff/valleys line.

Thanks

 

[choo~choo]

Thanks very much............ still a massive way to go yet, just wondered what the first stage involved.

It still says shortlisting and I've applied for cardiff/valleys line.

Thanks

I'd imagine reaction test, Group Bourdon tests, trainability test etc... If you pass this I'd say managers interview and structured interview..

 

[carlejo]

I'd imagine reaction test, Group Bourdon tests, trainability test etc... If you pass this I'd say managers interview and structured interview..

When I had the phone call today I was asked to attend an interview(there was no mention of any tests), bear in mind I've had no contact with ATW at all, apart from me applying for the post, so I just wondered if there was a set process ?

Can anyone assist at all with what the tests will entail in a little more detail ?
Thanks in advance

 

[choo~choo]

When I had the phone call today I was asked to attend an interview(there was no mention of any tests), bear in mind I've had no contact with ATW at all, apart from me applying for the post, so I just wondered if there was a set process ?

Can anyone assist at all with what the tests will entail in a little more detail ?
Thanks in advance

Not heard of an initial interview before.. Best to search on here for the selection process as you'll find all the info you need.. Good luck

 

[TDK]

When I had the phone call today I was asked to attend an interview(there was no mention of any tests), bear in mind I've had no contact with ATW at all, apart from me applying for the post, so I just wondered if there was a set process ?

Can anyone assist at all with what the tests will entail in a little more detail ?
Thanks in advance

Do some research for yourself on this forum alone there is a wealth of info, your first test will be to find out information on the company and what needs to be done!!

 

[carlejo]

Do some research for yourself on this forum alone there is a wealth of info, your first test will be to find out information on the company and what needs to be done!!

Thanks

I've had an email today and basically it says that it's an interview with 2 members of staff, one from HR and one from driver management function...... any pointers as to what they'll be asking.
Thanks is advance

ps..... interview wil be 45 mins to 1 hour

 

[TT66]

Sounds like they will be doing the managers interview first! You will be asked questions like what do you know about ATW? Why do you want to be a driver? How would you cope with a fatality etc? Im sure theres lots more info on here about the managers interview. Can i ask are you from wales? Im from the midlands but still at shortlisting stage.