TheRailwayWay
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I got through, I'm from Birmingham, google says it would take me 45 minutes to commute one way to Etches Park which I presume is where the job is located and I'm fine with that.
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I would imagine there won't be anything happening this side of Christmas but then I could be wrong. They will send you practice material. Just read the e-mail and they will be in contact with regards to Stage 1.
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It does state on the job advert the dates of the assessments.
Trainee Depot Driver description
For the he ones that never read and retained the information.
Drivers
Location: Derby
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £33,429
Closing Date: Sunday 22 November 2015
Reference: 2015-207
Are you, self-aware and safety conscious?
Can you concentrate for long periods of time working alone?
Do you have the desire to learn and the discipline to keep your knowledge up to date?
Do you have a personable, positive and professional attitude?
If you have all of the above qualities then a Depot Driver position could be a great career move. East Midlands Trains is an award winning Train Operating Company (TOC) including being the Passenger Train Operator of the Year 2014 and the Most Improved TOC for Customer Satisfaction 2014. Depot Drivers are an integral part of this award winning team. The successful candidates will need to be of excellent calibre due the high levels of responsibility in this safety critical role. Excellent communication skills are an essential attribute for Depot Drivers to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
All Depot Drivers will be subject to continual assessment both within their training period and throughout their career as a Depot Driver. Following compliance and strict policy youll be responsible for Depot driving, shunting, light maintenance and other tasks such as fault finding and reporting. You will also be responsible for checking that the train environment is up to our market leading standards.
As a Depot Driver you will be required to work 37 hours per week over a 24 hour roster with Sundays forming part of the working week.
Natural progression for Depot Drivers is to become the Mainline Drivers of the future. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to begin a fulfilling career with East Midlands Trains.
You will need to be flexible, resilient, an excellent team player and have the ability to follow set rules and procedures. You will be expected to undergo 3 stages of testing as part of the recruitment process and be expected to meet the OPC driver assessment to Mainline Standards as well as succesful completion of a driver medical.
At East Midlands Trains we value diversity and are committed to ensuring equality across our organisation. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Women, younger people and ethnic minority groups are currently under-represented within our Depot Driver population and are encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to be age 21+ to become a Depot Driver in line with National Standards.
Assessments dates:
Stage 1- WC 11th January
Stage 2- WC 25th January
Stage 3- WC 15th February
Occupational Health appointments to take place for successful candidates- End February 2016
Traning Courses will commence at a number of dates throughout 2016
The successful candidates will enjoy a competitive salary, and comprehensive on-going training. East Midlands Trains offers a wide range of benefits from a final salary pension scheme to free travel of the East Midlands Trains network. You will also receive subsidised travel across the rail network with other train operation companies.
To apply please complete the online application form and upload your CV.
The closing date for this job opportunity has now passed, and applications are no longer being accepted for this position
We promote equal opportunites for all. East Midlands Trains is a non-discriminatory employer committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and merit irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. Well treat your application fairly and assess you for the job based on merit and skills.
leebuckley23
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Got the email didn't notice until today.
Made it through the sift.
First application in over 12 months.
Made it through the sift.
First application in over 12 months.
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For those of you that have actually sat the assessments before, what is the best way to prepare for the tests? I have a good idea but would like to hear it from the 'horses mouth'. Is there any material online that is worth ordering? I've seen a few but didn't know if they would turn out to be irrelevant or just a money making scam.
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They will send you some practice material which will also explain how the tests work and what is expected in each one. Use that and you should be fine.
Thanks. Looking forward to it
Gemz91
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OMG just looked at my emails and ive been shortlistedim so happy but at the same time realise that i have a long way to go...
Might sound like a silly question but for the Stage 1 Testing would it be best to wear a suit and tie?
People turned up wearing all sorts for my stage 1 testing. No harm in wearing a suit though, first impressions and all that lot. You never know who your going to pass in the corridors whilst your there.
Thanks, think I might just go smart casual and if I get to the interview stage I will go suited and booted!
Again sorry if this has been asked already but do you know what Stage 1 test will involve?
The practice material will more than likely be sent in the post.
I received an e-mail today from HR. They're awaiting info from The OPC about people who've done the assessments already so they can work out how many need to do stage 1 and who can go straight to stage 2. Should hear in the next few days.
Yeah got that e-mail aswell. Just wish they would send the material out soon so I know what to expect on the test. Tried researching what happens but its not coming up with much. Good luck to everyone who got through.
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Anybody heard anymore from them? Seems to have gone quiet.??????
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Anybody heard anymore from them? Seems to have gone quiet.??????
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I was thinking the same myself, not heard a thing.
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got my email reply today im in for stage 1 testing/the interview lol cant wait, never done anything like this before brand new role, good luck to everyone taking part.
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Has anybody who has already passed the assessments heard anything yet?
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This is my first time, so I've got to everything. Got my interview in the 12th. I was looking out for an email with the title from "jobs at East Midlands" but looking back through it was an email from a tania Basile which I missed until this morning. (She sent it yesterday at 16:00 even though I was checking every hour haha) See if you got one from her.
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