Gcses grades 9 to 4 a to c, or equivalent, in english and maths. Train driver application form tips and advice youtube. The way in which you can pass the trainee train driver selection interviews is to provide evidence of where you meet the assessable qualities required for the role. Information guide explaining how to become a train driver.
The interviewer was part of the hr department and was extremely friendly. The rail operator said recruiting trainees at depots across the country would support the expansion of timetables and rollout. Abellio in 7 steps rail and bus services in europe in a bid to operate market. It operated most commuter and longdistance services within scotland as. A fleet of 40yearold diesel highspeed engines are due to start operating in 2018 in a bid to. Dear all i am sitting a trainee driver test on the 11th of august and just wondering if anyone else has had the experience of this. Do you know anyone who could be interested in these exciting roles.
Train driver interview questions shared by candidates. What i did was to make a kind of promotional corporate introduction of first group and scotrail ie try and make it flow rather than just fire random facts about the company. Jul 28, 2011 this queensland rail video illustrates the impact dangerous behaviour has on train drivers that are simply trying to do their jobs. On this webpage we have provided you with some advanced tips and techniques for passing the train driver criteriabased interview and the managers interview. Train driver psychometric test and assessment centre. Trainee train driver interview with scotrail railuk forums. In this respect, your application was not considered to be of the high. Train driver interview questions and answers slideshare. Im contracted to work 35hrs per week and on the 3rd sunday to work an additional 10hrs shift once a month. Click on a region to find the pdf timetables for your. Two years ago more than 2,000 people applied for 18 driver posts based at tweedbank for the borders. You need to know what youre doing and prepare properly before you start. Scotrail s new fleet of trains are so old the engines have. Always chance for progression up to train conductor or train driver.
The application form is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your desire to be successful in becoming a train. Jun 26, 2015 scotrail train drivers are set to vote on possible industrial action after pay talks broke down between management and unions. Unions attack scotrail for patronising train driver job. Prior to october 2004 trains were run by scotrail national express. We will show you how to prepare for and pass the train driver selection process by providing the resources you will need. A conductor can also be considered for training as a train driver.
Trainee train driver interview questions traindriver. In this respect, your application was not considered to be of the high standard that we require in terms of either. Use our online journey planner or the scotrail app for current timetable information, or click here for travel advice. This interview is your opportunity to impress the recruiters on a face to face basis. Virgin trains seeks new apprentice train drivers virgin. Includes insider tips on how to submit a successful train driver application form. The train is always empty because of the overpricing. Viewing 11 posts 1 through 11 of 11 total author posts april 26, 2017 at 6. Driver and conductor training begins on scotrail alliances. Changes to flights, trains and buses coronavirus the latest update. Pass your train driver interview any toc sample questions. The experiences are typical of what can be expected at a passenger toc and cover his experiences from interview to passing out nearly a year later, then his first few months as a qualified driver.
This is a competency based interview that explores your suitability for the role of a train driver. As from september scotrail alliance will add a new route to its network. Practice real questions for the train driver interviews. Semi skilled engineering team membershunter, inverness depot.
An unprecedented recruitment drive has been launched by scotrail to create up to 100 new jobs for train drivers. Find 20 questions and answers about working at scotrail. You will complete a personality assessment and be invited to attend an interview with the line manager. Abellio scotrail, operating services under the name scotrail, is the dutchowned national train operating company of scotland. Which means that it is almost impossible to get into this job with a casual approach. Scotrail has been criticised by railway unions for sending a rejection letter to train driver applicants perceived to have been shocking and patronising. You need to pass all these checks in order to be successful in obtaining the role. The application form is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your desire to besuccessful in becoming a train driver. One hundred new train drivers are needed to help scotrail improve its service. It was written both to illustrate the training process and to provide information and encouragement to other trainees and people considering train. I worked for scotrail british rail for 33 yrs as a train driver before taking early retirement in dec 2016.
With extensive training and development for our colleagues, there has never been a better time to join us. You can apply to a train operating company and begin a train driver advanced apprenticeship. You do get christmas day and boxing day off and the. Scotrail staff sent insulting rejection letters over. For urgent enquiries, please contact us on 0344 811 0141. How to answer strength and weakness train driver questions the key skills keywords you need to say in your interviews use this checklist to ensure you pass. I felt my interview was sabotaged from the first minute.
Apr 29, 2016 hero train driver plucks boy, three, from tracks as he ran for a mile along busy rail line chasing train carrying his parents child had got off the train without parents and then chased them up track. Every single day jennifer stewart, train driver youtube. Mar 09, 2016 the main purpose of a driver is to operate a train safely and in such a way as not to cause risks to your train or any other trains or personnel on the railway. Unions attack scotrail for patronising train driver job rejection letters. System requirements in order to view the training course, all you require is an internet connection, windows media player or quicktime. Scotrail staff sent insulting rejection letters over driver. They will ask you why you want to be a train driver and what qualities you can bring to the role so look at your job role now and try and fit that to a train driver s. It only takes a second, and your information is anonymous. Scotrail train driver plucks boy off the tracks as he ran. Train driver interview questions answers why do you want to.
To allow us to explain more effectively, here is a sample interview question and tips on how to answer it. Get application form tips, train driver interview questions and responses and assessment tests. Scotrail, which operates 2,300 train services per day across scotland, is the main employer. We have exciting career opportunities available around the country. Image caption scotrail is looking for train drivers at locations across scotland. Oct 21, 2015 hundreds of employees working for scotlands train operator, scotrail, have had applications to be trainee drivers rejected after being told they do not understand what a train driver does. I interviewed at scotrail glasgow, scotland in october 2019.
Hundreds of the tocs employees were issued rejection letters after. Sep 17, 2015 scotrail has announced plans to recruit up to 100 new train drivers. Free interview details posted anonymously by scotrail interview. Virgin trains has opened applications for the uks first and only train driver apprenticeship scheme working with train drivers union aslef, the train operator is looking for three people to join the yearlong training course offering a unique opportunity to experience what it is like to be a train driver. Dec 04, 2016 scotrail are about to introduce trains that are so old, the engine has been on display in a museum. The majority of the jobs are shift work, working bank holidays and weekend. This is their plea to you to stop and think before taking risks. Match the competencies and pass your interview using these train operating company example answers. Hundreds of employees working for scotlands train operator, scotrail, have had applications to be trainee drivers rejected after being told they do not understand what a train driver. After a short spell as a kids entertainer conducting parties and bouncy castle hires, i have decided to seek full time employment again within the rail industry as i had worked there for three quarters of my life and feel its still a. The questions take the form of diagrams of mechanical structures and you are asked a question about each. During the first interview you will be required to provide details and evidence of where you meet the core responsibilities for becoming a train driver.
Scotrail news, views, gossip, pictures, video daily record. Train drivers operate trains on the rail network, carrying passengers and freight around the country. Oct 05, 2016 scotrail services have been hit by a series of strikes over proposals to introduce driver only operated electric trains from next year, in a dispute with close parallels to one at southern rail. A subsidiary of abellio, it has operated the scotrail franchise, taking over from predecessor first scotrail from 1 april 2015. But there are also national rail companies operating in scotland such as virgin trains, cross country and transpennine. Sep 24, 2015 aslef, the main train drivers union, said many scotrail staff were among those to apply.
First day doing new job today as train driver today. Sep 17, 2015 were recruiting trainee train drivers at depots across the country to support our plans to expand timetables and roll out faster, bigger and greener trains. This is a multifaceted task and involves rigorous adherence to a set procedure. New and refurbished trains will need drivers to keep them moving. Please keep an eye on this website and apply when a vacancy is listed. Congratulations, you have jumped through hoops and over hurdles and you sure impressed us at interview, so we would like you to come on board. They will ask you why you want to be a train driver and what qualities you can bring to the role so look at your job role now and try and fit that to a train driver s role. Get ideas and inspiration from scotrail and our guest bloggers. This queensland rail video illustrates the impact dangerous behaviour has on train drivers that are simply trying to do their jobs. Learn about the interview process, employee benefits, company culture and more on indeed. In september a special opening weekend will launch the opening of the borders railway. Scotrail introduction, class 170 turbostar youtube. Scotrail has around 900 drivers in total, so assuming a 40 year maximum career you would expect at least 2025 to retire each year, plus anyone else who has had enoughmedical retirement etc, so i would have some.
Around 400 people apply for every trainee train driver s vacancy. Does every successful applicant have to go through a medical assessment. Scotrail say the number of applicants for 100 train driver jobs on offer has now topped 12,000 in only a week. Get this page going by posting your interview experience. A free inside look at train driver interview questions and process details for other companies all posted anonymously by interview candidates. As train drivers our shifts are 10 hrs long and we all work 4 days on a rolling week. To report safety issues, please use help points, speak to rail staff, or call us between 7am and 10pm on 0344 811 0141 option 3. Every offer of employment is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory medical. I first completed a set of online tests and then was asked to do a telephone interview. Train driver interview questions structured and managers. How to pass the train driver interview including sample questions and answers. Free train driver interview questions and answers pdf to download by richard mcmunn of.
This new line is the longest domestic railway built in britain for over 100 years. Scotrail the train is taking the strain once again on the glasgow central to carlisle route via kilmarnock. We will now explain each of them and what they mean. Basically there are two different types of interview questions that you could be asked. The content of the application form was below the general standard. Around 400 people apply for every trainee train drivers vacancy. A introduction and training video from scotrail for the class 170 turbostar, which operate on the edinburgh to glasgow route. You could be part of the scotrail team and help to deliver great experiences for our customers and scotlands growing railway network. If you are short listed on the basis of your written application you will be invited for to take the following train driver assessments psychometric testing.
Can i submit a speculative application form for a vacancy. Train tickets, travel information, train times and. During the train driver selection process you will be required to undergo two interviews. Oct 21, 2015 the application form is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your desire to be successful in becoming a train driver. It was an externally advertised job but the interviewing panel made it. Click on a region to find the pdf timetables for your route, or select the by title tab to view the az list. A train driver drives the engine of a passenger or goods train.
The engine may be diesel, electric or dieselelectric. Most train driver recruitment events include an interview, which may last up to an hour. They will ask you why you want to be a train driver and what qualities you can bring to the role so look at your job role now and try and fit that to a train drivers. The first interview is called a structured interview whilst the second one is called a managers interview. Questions in these interviews may concentrate on you and your skills competencies. Scotrail send out patronising rejection letter to train driver applicants. Scotrail alliance will provide train services between edinburgh and tweedbank. It was succeeded by abellio scotrail in march 2015.
First scotrail was a train operating company in scotland owned by firstgroup which operated the scotrail franchise from october 2004 until march 2015. Scotrail send out patronising rejection letter to train. Station duty manager job share, edinburgh waverley. We will be in touch to arrange a company medical before sending over your contract, new starter and reference forms. The test covers mechanical, trainability, concentration, reaction and on the same day a structured interview. Apr 26, 2017 welcome forums recruitment advice trainee train driver interview questions this topic has 1 reply, 5 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 10 months ago by admin. Pass the train driver interview with these tips, tricks and sample answers by richard mcmunn of.
So we always without a sunday shift exceed the 35hrs week rule as a standard which has been agreed by our union aslef. They like to do the assessments in this order because this is the order of probability in which candidates are likely to fail so it minimises the number. Welcome forums recruitment advice trainee train driver interview questions this topic has 1 reply, 5 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 10 months ago by admin. Ever since i was young i have been fascinated by the railways, much like the young boys of previous generations when it was more normal to be into trains. Sep 28, 2011 includes insider tips on how to submit a successful train driver application form. Scotrail dispute resolved after staff accept deal over guards. Say hello to jennifer, one of the scotrail alliances train drivers, based at motherwell depot. Please complete this form to tell us what you think or to ask us a question. Scotrail train driver pay dispute escalates bbc news. What are your views on scotrail staff as a customer, give an honest answer. Id actually be cheaper to rent a house in glasgow city centre than i would to pay for the train everyday. Scotrail trainee train driver interview questions glassdoor. Yesterday i officially passed out as a depot train driver after wanting to get into the industry since school.
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