Visiting a signal box prior to interview

[S_B_D]

Hi guys,

I have found this forum extremely helpful when applying for signaller vacancies and when preparing for the assessment centre, so I want to say a big thank you to you all.

I have now received an invite to interview fro two signaller vacancies in Halifax and Hebden Bridge.

Does anybody know how I can get in contact the with the LOM or current signallers of the boxes so i can arrange a visit? I believe this could really improve my chances at interview. I have contacted network rail HR for the contact details but was told they don't provide them as too many people would want to visit.


Thank You.

 

[TomBoyd]

Not much you can really do beyond that. You could loiter outside the boxes at shift change and chance your arm.

 

[Jd12]

The signallers at both boxes are generally spot on, up till recently I've spent a lot of time working around that area. If I was you I'd just go and knock on and have a chat with the signaller on duty, they're very understanding and usually very welcoming as they spend a lot of time on their own.

 

[DarloRich]

I find biscuits always help with a signaler

 

[S_B_D]

Thank You for the advice guys.

I will go down to the boxes and see if the on duty signallers are willing to chat to me for a little while. I will make sure to bring plenty of biscuits.

 

[TOCDriver]

Signallers in boxes like that are usually very welcoming. Just visit them during the day and not at night. Also avoid the peak periods when they're busier

 

[TomBoyd]

A) Biscuits really will help.

B) If it does get busy, make yourself scarce!