Garda Trainee November 2017 intake

Canyon86 · 10-07-2017 07:59PM

TallGlass wrote: »

Has anyone any idea on how long it takes to get the 'generally unsuitable' letter and also if there is anything you can do once you get it or is that the end of the line for you? Meeting with Super went down like a lead balloon. I am in the Reserves, all be it not active at all.

Anyway, station I am a Reservist in the Super didn't give great review (never met them either nor have I ever gotten myself in trouble or done anything to bring attention on myself), to be honest I should have just resigned but I thought it would have looked bad resigning while trying to join full time. I just genuinely don't have the time anymore.

Super thought the opposite, that I should have resigned if I didn't have time for it, whole meeting was entirely negative due to this. The rest of the application form he was negative on and so he zoomed in on anything that stood out and this just made me completely freeze, I was just thinking in my head that 'it is over, 2 years work down the drain'.

I did try explain one of the years, where I was extremely ill in hospital for one month and out of my regular job for nearly 4/5 months, I was advised not to go the gym or do anything extremely physical for up to a year. Tried explaining this, but again just having none of it.

So if you are in Reserves at the moment and not active and applying for full time, then resign, it's counter productive to the application. I knew they would look into it all the same, but seen as I am going in the general stream I didn't think it would be a critical part of the meeting or application, considering guys I know who are joining and wouldn't join the Reserves let alone do any hours unpaid.

It was finished with him saying, 'that's not to say you might not still get accepted but this doesn't look good at all'.

See what the next few weeks will bring tall glass. You ll only have your head wrecked thinking about it! Good luck!!

MrBlack93 · 11-07-2017 10:11AM

TallGlass wrote: »

Has anyone any idea on how long it takes to get the 'generally unsuitable' letter and also if there is anything you can do once you get it or is that the end of the line for you? Meeting with Super went down like a lead balloon. I am in the Reserves, all be it not active at all.

Anyway, station I am a Reservist in the Super didn't give great review (never met them either nor have I ever gotten myself in trouble or done anything to bring attention on myself), to be honest I should have just resigned but I thought it would have looked bad resigning while trying to join full time. I just genuinely don't have the time anymore.

Super thought the opposite, that I should have resigned if I didn't have time for it, whole meeting was entirely negative due to this. The rest of the application form he was negative on and so he zoomed in on anything that stood out and this just made me completely freeze, I was just thinking in my head that 'it is over, 2 years work down the drain'.

I did try explain one of the years, where I was extremely ill in hospital for one month and out of my regular job for nearly 4/5 months, I was advised not to go the gym or do anything extremely physical for up to a year. Tried explaining this, but again just having none of it.

So if you are in Reserves at the moment and not active and applying for full time, then resign, it's counter productive to the application. I knew they would look into it all the same, but seen as I am going in the general stream I didn't think it would be a critical part of the meeting or application, considering guys I know who are joining and wouldn't join the Reserves let alone do any hours unpaid.

It was finished with him saying, 'that's not to say you might not still get accepted but this doesn't look good at all'.

Holy sh*t that's some grilling compared to my super meeting which was extremely informal for the most part.

gerryboy911 · 11-07-2017 10:54AM

Hey guys, be cautious on detailing your application process on public forums...

ArifI · 11-07-2017 11:44AM

TallGlass wrote: »

Has anyone any idea on how long it takes to get the 'generally unsuitable' letter and also if there is anything you can do once you get it or is that the end of the line for you? Meeting with Super went down like a lead balloon. I am in the Reserves, all be it not active at all.

Anyway, station I am a Reservist in the Super didn't give great review (never met them either nor have I ever gotten myself in trouble or done anything to bring attention on myself), to be honest I should have just resigned but I thought it would have looked bad resigning while trying to join full time. I just genuinely don't have the time anymore.

Super thought the opposite, that I should have resigned if I didn't have time for it, whole meeting was entirely negative due to this. The rest of the application form he was negative on and so he zoomed in on anything that stood out and this just made me completely freeze, I was just thinking in my head that 'it is over, 2 years work down the drain'.

I did try explain one of the years, where I was extremely ill in hospital for one month and out of my regular job for nearly 4/5 months, I was advised not to go the gym or do anything extremely physical for up to a year. Tried explaining this, but again just having none of it.

So if you are in Reserves at the moment and not active and applying for full time, then resign, it's counter productive to the application. I knew they would look into it all the same, but seen as I am going in the general stream I didn't think it would be a critical part of the meeting or application, considering guys I know who are joining and wouldn't join the Reserves let alone do any hours unpaid.

It was finished with him saying, 'that's not to say you might not still get accepted but this doesn't look good at all'.

I met a guy at my open day (I think it was march or april), last I heard from him a week ago when i wanted to know where he's at, he wrote back he got an email saying his application is generally unsuitable. I say like all other aspects of this application, it varies from person to person.

Damo1988 · 11-07-2017 01:27PM

is the meeting with the super intense or whats is like? I was told by other members of the force that the super would be 'the least of my problems' but i'm worried about meeting him more than anything else!

TallGlass · 11-07-2017 03:30PM

gerryboy911 wrote: »

Hey guys, be cautious on detailing your application process on public forums...

Correct, I guess I just wanted to see what people thought, also if anyone is in Reserves and like me not active your better off leaving, if you want to go full time and haven't got the time for it.

I had friend down the week before and he had no issues!

That's not to say the meeting was bad, like I should have been on the ball with his questions a bit more. Just it's usually a fairly easy going meeting, 10 mins, just there is a possibility it might not be! So do a bit of preparation on what you think you might be asked.

alanmacklin · 11-07-2017 05:04PM

my super meeting was very informal. offered me a drink and we just at in the office, made sure i had no previous convictions, asked how i felt the competition was going and said good luck and well done.

Henry2006 · 11-07-2017 05:57PM

Damo1988 wrote: »

is the meeting with the super intense or whats is like? I was told by other members of the force that the super would be 'the least of my problems' but i'm worried about meeting him more than anything else!

My daughters was very quick, asked about her reason for joining, sporting background and community work and wished her every success in the selection. It only lasted 10 mins

Nikkipapa · 11-07-2017 10:22PM

I emailed HRM a few days ago and got a response almost straight away. Does anyone know if they give the same response for anyone who submits a query to see if their vetting is complete.

My response said it was still outstanding and that once it is back, it will go for a decision and I will be notified of this decision. Does anyone know if they let everyone know when their file is signed off

alanmacklin · 11-07-2017 10:28PM

Nikkipapa wrote: »

I emailed HRM a few days ago and got a response almost straight away. Does anyone know if they give the same response for anyone who submits a query to see if their vetting is complete.

My response said it was still outstanding and that once it is back, it will go for a decision and I will be notified of this decision. Does anyone know if they let everyone know when their file is signed off

i wasnt told when mine was completed had to call them and ask. would be nice if they told you when it was signed off.

MrBlack93 · 12-07-2017 01:40PM

Fairly quiet here since the offers.

Hope the next 10 weeks fly in

Con17 · 12-07-2017 04:43PM

Nikkipapa wrote: »

I emailed HRM a few days ago and got a response almost straight away. Does anyone know if they give the same response for anyone who submits a query to see if their vetting is complete.

My response said it was still outstanding and that once it is back, it will go for a decision and I will be notified of this decision. Does anyone know if they let everyone know when their file is signed off

I received the same mail, a few weeks passed and still no mail from them,I then mailed asking about it and it was done. So I'd say follow up on it.

killer91 · 12-07-2017 07:58PM

Anybody know what the date for the next intake in November is?

How long are the induction weeks? As in, are they Mon to Fri or the whole 7 days?

Damo1988 · 12-07-2017 08:46PM

killer91 wrote: »

Anybody know what the date for the next intake in November is?

How long are the induction weeks? As in, are they Mon to Fri or the whole 7 days?

November 6th is what I heard

Damo1988 · 12-07-2017 08:52PM

Con17 wrote: »

I received the same mail, a few weeks passed and still no mail from them,I then mailed asking about it and it was done. So I'd say follow up on it.

Might just send an email myself to see what the story is. Hrm appointments yeah?

TallGlass · 12-07-2017 08:58PM

killer91 wrote: »

Anybody know what the date for the next intake in November is?

How long are the induction weeks? As in, are they Mon to Fri or the whole 7 days?

Hi Killer91, Mon - Fri, 9-5 I would imagine, that's what the induction week for the Reserves was.

Hope this helps.

killer91 · 12-07-2017 09:21PM

TallGlass wrote: »

Hi Killer91, Mon - Fri, 9-5 I would imagine, that's what the induction week for the Reserves was.

Hope this helps.

Thanks, just trying to sort out holidays. Now I know there is also a chance that I won't get called but just trying to plan ahead.

I'd imagine the induction weeks will be the two weeks before the week of the 6th of November?

stiimpreza1984 · 12-07-2017 09:52PM

MrBlack93 wrote: »

Fairly quiet here since the offers.

Hope the next 10 weeks fly in

That's going to fly! I hope the long timers on here get there well deserved offers first and I hope I'm in for a chance to.

You'd want the patience of a saint with the whole process!

stiimpreza1984 · 13-07-2017 08:53AM

Told my employer about the Gardaí. Felt I had to and wanted to because all the courses I was being put on which was costing the company a lot of money and they were of no use to me for the future.

Nevertheless, it will make my exit a lot easier now. My current employer is very happy for me so it's satisfying to. Didn't give them a definite answer on starting but they're fully understanding now and aware that's it's only a matter of time now before I leave the company.:)

Mango167 · 15-07-2017 08:33PM

Have my medical coming up my bmi is 33.7 5ft 8 female atm but includes high percentage of muscle as I play high level of sport. Any one know is the bmi automatic fail or have I a chance?

kerryman85 · 15-07-2017 09:04PM

Mango167 wrote: »

Have my medical coming up my bmi is 33.7 5ft 8 female atm but includes high percentage of muscle as I play high level of sport. Any one know is the bmi automatic fail or have I a chance?

The below is what is in the candidate handbook. I'm over the 30 myself at the moment but working hard to get it down below the 30. Not sure if this answers your question but I'd be aiming for at least 30 if at all possible.

General requirements are as follows:
 A good standard of general mental and physical health (full disclosure of medical history is necessary and shall be reviewed as part of the medical examination)
 Weight within normal (non-obese) limits (ideal BMI is less than 25). Overweight (BMI >25 and <30) shall be considered with other measures to exclude significant obesity
 Eyesight - good levels of vision (minimum distance vision of 6/18 on both eyes that can be corrected to 6/9 and 6/12 with glasses or contact lenses if necessary)
 Hearing - good level of hearing without a hearing aid
 Applicants are expected to be aerobically fit in order to safely undergo training and to
subsequently carry out the duties assigned to them

MrBlack93 · 18-07-2017 02:45PM

The relative silence here is killing me ha!

APR95 · 18-07-2017 02:59PM

Hi I got a phone call from my local station saying they received my files does this mean they are only starting the vetting process as I passed the interview in February I thought it would be well underway by now I've passed all the stages was just wondering had anyone else been in the same boat

bazz1000 · 18-07-2017 03:17PM

MrBlack93 wrote: »

The relative silence here is killing me ha!

We're taking a break from the headache of it all. ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜

The Red Lad · 18-07-2017 03:28PM

Well lads just wondering I've an oom of about 800ish passed my medical and met the local sergeant last week but still have to meet super and do pct. I take it I won't be getting November and am looking at 2018?

mutter_man · 18-07-2017 04:00PM

Im taking a current lazy approach to this as it is better for my sanity

. Also kept busy elsewhere, I'll be back when I've something useful to add or I'm bored.

mutter_man · 18-07-2017 04:00PM

Im taking a current lazy approach to this as it is better for my sanity

. Also kept busy elsewhere, I'll be back when I've something useful to add or I'm bored.

Canyon86 · 18-07-2017 04:39PM

The Red Lad wrote: »

Well lads just wondering I've an oom of about 800ish passed my medical and met the local sergeant last week but still have to meet super and do pct. I take it I won't be getting November and am looking at 2018?

Im in the same boat as you, You have a lower OOM than me by 200 odd,

Im looking at the dates there, there are 10 weeks till sept 25th which will be around the notice period say for november intake,

If we get a month notice for the PCT and a month for the intake itself we are looking at between the next 6-8 weeks to get a PCT done and dusted?

I know people have gotten late cancellations etc

just my thoughts

stiimpreza1984 · 18-07-2017 08:05PM

The Red Lad wrote: »

Well lads just wondering I've an oom of about 800ish passed my medical and met the local sergeant last week but still have to meet super and do pct. I take it I won't be getting November and am looking at 2018?

Oh don't get me started ha ha. Such a slow and drawn out process!

I started this recruitment campaign with no grey hairs...I have plenty now over it lol. It's just out of our control. I even tried to be pro active as possible by contacting my two local districts because I'm in between two and still waiting to hear back to see if my file landed on a person's desk.

Have to meet with Sergeant/Super and do PCT. I'm still remaining optimistic for a start in November but my optimism is fading for each day passing and not hearing anything

Still remaining hopeful.

damob1995 · 18-07-2017 08:09PM

has anyone rang HR looking for a late PCT date and if so any luck with it?

Garda Trainee November 2017 intake

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