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    If you want to be a train driver.... (Don't give up!)

    Firstly, I do not think you will not get a start date. Everyone I have spoken to has waited a long time, but have always had good news in the end. My advice would be considering the depot you applied for, contact HR and state you would be happy to work at another depot if this is any help. I...
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    If you want to be a train driver.... (Don't give up!)

    Hi everyone, After nearly 4 years of chasing the dream, I am now nearly 2 months into my training. The majority of my class also waited nearly as long as me... Some advice for anyone who wants this, as I know how frustrating it can be. I applied to a different TOC in 2013 and completed...
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    Email came yesterday. Contract should arrive today. Hand in that notice LOL!

    Email came yesterday. Contract should arrive today. Hand in that notice LOL!
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Ha ha! Thank you I appreciate that. Contract came via email, hopefully hard copy tomorrow... :lol::lol::lol:
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    Yes can't wait. Rang today and they said it has not gone out today but at worst it will be Friday

    Yes can't wait. Rang today and they said it has not gone out today but at worst it will be Friday
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Can't wait! I rang them today as I did not get my confirmation by email. They said contracts are just been double checked and then they will be sent out along with the email. :D I take it that is the same for you? --- old post above --- --- new post below --- August 2015 --- old post...
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    I have been told it will be going out in the post tomorrow

    I have been told it will be going out in the post tomorrow
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Had a few :lol::lol::lol:
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Hi guys... just had the call about my medical results and... I'm starting 5th September! I cannot believe it. :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Does anyone expect anything in the post next week? Now that we've passed the medical... Wahooooooooooo!!!!!
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Medical today... passed. 4-5 days for drug test which I know will come back fine. Good luck to all over the next few days.
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Same end of July - I will update once I know the result
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Today I have received my date for my medical... fingers crossed! Strict diet now until it happens.
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    First Great Western - Trainee Drivers

    I've also received THE email, saying they are closing the the talent pool, and are welcome to re apply when the jobs become available for eastern region, soon. I won't be applying... :roll::roll::roll::(:(:(
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    I passed the DFFT last week (the last assessment I needed to take), just the medical now. Like Villfan, can anyone advise about the medical. I will be working hard to reduce my BMI but any indication of the MAX BMI would be helpful. Cheers :D
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    First Great Western - Trainee Drivers

    I had my manager Interview 2 years ago this May 2016...
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    Is everyone on here having medicals for the Bletchley positions? Which were advertised before the Midlands vacancies some weeks later...
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    First Great Western - Trainee Drivers

    No sorry, I was just making the sound of a phone ringing aloud to remind myself what it sounded like... :lol:
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    Trainee Train Driver - London Midland

    DFFT will have no bearing on your 2 chances, so apply to other TOCS. I'm also on hold with GWR (formerly FGW) and Northern Rail, neither of them use DFFT. So chin up and find another TOC.

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