MistaMatthews
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Hi all, just wondering if anyone can shed any light on some of the questions I have regarding the training. I have just been given a start date (dependant on medical) with GTR. Just to note, this is from a previous recruitment drive, I initially applied about 2 years ago...
1.) What is the expected attire? Would I need to be dressed smartly or is it ok to go in comfortable clothes?
2.) Does the training take place at the depot or at some other venue / mixture of both?
3.) I have just booked a holiday which falls on a week about 2 weeks after my start date. How is holiday managed in training? I wouldn't want to fall behind the class. Is it best to cancel the holiday?
4.) I'm currently a COSS for a contractor. Will I have much relevant background knowledge? I've done PTS a few times, Lookout, Possession Support aswell as a Railway engineering diploma. Would be nice to have a little head start!
5.) What is the deal with free travel? I've currently got a company van which I will obviously lose. Will I be able to get free travel on the trains from the get go or is that something you have to be with the company a certain amount of time for?
Many Thanks for all your help in advance! Also happy to share my experiences of the application process but hopefully it won't hijack the thread!
1.) What is the expected attire? Would I need to be dressed smartly or is it ok to go in comfortable clothes?
2.) Does the training take place at the depot or at some other venue / mixture of both?
3.) I have just booked a holiday which falls on a week about 2 weeks after my start date. How is holiday managed in training? I wouldn't want to fall behind the class. Is it best to cancel the holiday?
4.) I'm currently a COSS for a contractor. Will I have much relevant background knowledge? I've done PTS a few times, Lookout, Possession Support aswell as a Railway engineering diploma. Would be nice to have a little head start!
5.) What is the deal with free travel? I've currently got a company van which I will obviously lose. Will I be able to get free travel on the trains from the get go or is that something you have to be with the company a certain amount of time for?
Many Thanks for all your help in advance! Also happy to share my experiences of the application process but hopefully it won't hijack the thread!