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  • Registered Users Posts: 4 Gorillafiedwar


    Doghouses wrote: »
    All Dublin anyone that got above a certain level. They seem in hurry get training started. 18th February first day in class

    How is that supposed to work? Surely anyone who currently has a job won't be able to just up and leave to start training without giving a month's notice?


  • Registered Users Posts: 57 ✭✭It wasnt me


    Doghouses wrote: »
    25 called for medicals today think if any chose date next week may just forget about it and stay home

    Thats quick and this has to be your in after the medical and formalities of the interview
    Those medicals are pretty expensive and cant see them forking out over 3k willy nilly.

    Any ideas of numbers left in the 4-6 email list


  • Registered Users Posts: 151 ✭✭tobey


    How is that supposed to work? Surely anyone who currently has a job won't be able to just up and leave to start training without giving a month's notice?

    Notice period is a week if your paid weekly im sure.


  • Registered Users Posts: 40 Doghouses


    I know I’m supposed give a week notice to take a day off. They not seem to mind too much about that either.
    What’s the 4-6 email


  • Registered Users Posts: 57 ✭✭It wasnt me


    Doghouses wrote: »
    I know I’m supposed give a week notice to take a day off. They not seem to mind too much about that either.
    What’s the 4-6 email


    Sorry that should have been 4-6 week group that recieved that email from opc saying they'll be in touch around that time


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  • Registered Users Posts: 40 Doghouses


    They just standby probably won’t be used unless everyone fails medical


  • Registered Users Posts: 10,654 ✭✭✭✭Jamie2k9


    Doghouses wrote: »
    They just standby probably won’t be used unless everyone fails medical

    Or the interviews....


  • Registered Users Posts: 10,654 ✭✭✭✭Jamie2k9


    tobey wrote: »
    Notice period is a week if your paid weekly im sure.

    Typical notice is 4-8 weeks unless your in a service type job. Reality is if you left sooner not many employers would take action.


  • Registered Users Posts: 40 Doghouses


    Yes medical and interview are key
    These tests anyone can do. Once you get to a certain level they are happy
    They aren’t interested in massive high scores because they know the only difference is that person just practiced loads


  • Registered Users Posts: 122 ✭✭blueband


    Doghouses wrote: »
    25 called for medicals today think if any chose date next week may just forget about it and stay home

    Trying to cut down the amount of competitors? Anyone called should go if they're interested in the job, simple as
    Doghouses wrote: »
    Yes medical and interview are key
    These tests anyone can do. Once you get to a certain level they are happy
    They aren’t interested in massive high scores because they know the only difference is that person just practiced loads

    They're called aptitude tests for a reason, "anyone" can't do them. You'll either be great at them, good at them, or poor at them or some combination of that. Practicing them can only do so much and is more about getting people comfortable and knowing what they're facing to reduce nerves than increasing ability. You don't really know what "they" are or aren't interested in. These tests are carefully designed to find specific traits that are needed, there is no guarantee that what you or anyone feels is a great test score is what is being sought.

    I think anyone reading this thread should not be put off or disheartened by any info being presented by a lot of posters, if you're called go and do your best. If you're suitable to the job you will progress until such point as you either get it or they find others are more suitable. Nobody will know that for sure until they're told they were or weren't successful.

    And remember, the interview is probably going to be the crunch. Any recruiter will tell you, it's about 20% ability and 80% personality and how the recruiters feel you will "fit" with their workplace. Admittedly for this they look a lot more into having the ability, due to the nature of the job, but they also have a 6 month training program for a reason. Personality tests were also listed as part of the process in the documents, so I think that reinforces my point

    Good luck to everyone who goes along. I'm on next week and I see no reason from any comments already made as to why I shouldn't attend


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  • Registered Users Posts: 930 ✭✭✭Daz_


    Doghouses wrote: »
    They just standby probably won’t be used unless everyone fails medical

    Ok lads time to wrap this up so , can last one out turn of the lights ?!


  • Registered Users Posts: 832 ✭✭✭Eddie Ere


    I think that guy is slightly pulling the p*ss a touch. Or just being arrogant.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 12,653 ✭✭✭✭Plumbthedepths


    Doghouses wrote:
    They just standby probably won’t be used unless everyone fails medical


    Apologies if I'm taking you up wrong but you strike me as being a complete spoofer.


  • Registered Users Posts: 453 ✭✭Tickityboo


    Doghouses wrote: »
    25 called for medicals today think if any chose date next week may just forget about it and stay home

    And you are?


  • Registered Users Posts: 57 ✭✭It wasnt me


    blueband wrote: »
    Trying to cut down the amount of competitors? Anyone called should go if they're interested in the job, simple as



    They're called aptitude tests for a reason, "anyone" can't do them. You'll either be great at them, good at them, or poor at them or some combination of that. Practicing them can only do so much and is more about getting people comfortable and knowing what they're facing to reduce nerves than increasing ability. You don't really know what "they" are or aren't interested in. These tests are carefully designed to find specific traits that are needed, there is no guarantee that what you or anyone feels is a great test score is what is being sought.

    I think anyone reading this thread should not be put off or disheartened by any info being presented by a lot of posters, if you're called go and do your best. If you're suitable to the job you will progress until such point as you either get it or they find others are more suitable. Nobody will know that for sure until they're told they were or weren't successful.

    And remember, the interview is probably going to be the crunch. Any recruiter will tell you, it's about 20% ability and 80% personality and how the recruiters feel you will "fit" with their workplace. Admittedly for this they look a lot more into having the ability, due to the nature of the job, but they also have a 6 month training program for a reason. Personality tests were also listed as part of the process in the documents, so I think that reinforces my point

    Good luck to everyone who goes along. I'm on next week and I see no reason from any comments already made as to why I shouldn't attend

    Best of luck blueband and just to add to your note on the personality trait.
    When i was with transdev(luas) they seemed to get the right fit of candidates who mixed very well,it was the first thing a former colleague said to me in our group when training.
    An ability to mix and operate successfully in a group or individual setting seemed to be what a lot of drivers had going for them.

    Best of luck and keep us all posted.


  • Registered Users Posts: 3,964 ✭✭✭Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime


    Tickityboo wrote: »
    And you are??

    I'd be amazed if 25 people even showed up today.

    I was on my own for my assessments as were a few others it was that quiet today


  • Registered Users Posts: 40 Doghouses


    Just giving opinion and speculating like everybody else on here is 🤔


  • Registered Users Posts: 439 ✭✭Rootsblower


    Unrelated to what you were saying about rosters..I'm wondering about the medical.

    What exactly is involved in the medical? Is there a big emphasis on BMI? I.e. if you're not in the BMI healthy range, are you automatically out?

    What does the fitness test consist of?

    Medical involves

    Blood test for diabetes
    Urine test for liver function and drugs
    Measuring height weight
    Eyesight including colour blindness test
    Peripheral vision test
    Hearing test in soundproof booth(quite hard)
    Ecg and stress test on treadmill depending on candidates age
    General check up


  • Registered Users Posts: 57 ✭✭Ais123


    Doghouses wrote: »
    All Dublin anyone that got above a certain level. They seem in hurry get training started. 18th February first day in class

    Pretty sure you’re talking out your arse. There’s no way they can start in two weeks. After these tests there’s a medical, an interview and then a managers interview and if you’re fortunate enough to get through all that there’s then reference checking and security clearance.

    Plus most jobs require a months notice.

    I’m guessing you probably didn’t even sit the tests and are just a keyboard warrior either that or deliberately trying to scare monger to try get others to drop out.

    Those that have the tests this week will not be taking the places of those next week. Everyone with a high enough score will go through. It’s the interview that only the select few will get through.


  • Registered Users Posts: 122 ✭✭blueband


    I work nearly every Saturday but only every third Sunday

    No such thing as a typical week. Every week is different. Every depot has different roster structures too. It’s quite complex, far too complex to even begin to explain. Let’s just say that if you value a lot of your weekends and bank holidays off, your going to the wrong job

    I, and I'm sure others, are appreciating your input to the thread.

    I was wondering what is it that keeps you in the job considering it seems that it can be very restrictive on your potential for weekends away, time with family, socialising at weekends etc?
    You can tell me to sling my hook if you wish, I won't be offended.


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  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 66,755 Mod ✭✭✭✭L1011


    The number of jobs across every sector which are Monday-Friday is dwindling and mostly limited to office work these days; it's really not that uncommon.


  • Registered Users Posts: 439 ✭✭Rootsblower


    blueband wrote: »
    I, and I'm sure others, are appreciating your input to the thread.

    I was wondering what is it that keeps you in the job considering it seems that it can be very restrictive on your potential for weekends away, time with family, socialising at weekends etc?
    You can tell me to sling my hook if you wish, I won't be offended.

    The short answer is money.

    I don’t have a third level qualification.Where would I get nearly 60k for c 40 hrs with no masters never mind just a degree.
    There are pros and cons to any job.
    I would find Monday to Friday 9-5 very restrictive.


  • Registered Users Posts: 122 ✭✭blueband


    L1011 wrote: »
    The number of jobs across every sector which are Monday-Friday is dwindling and mostly limited to office work these days; it's really not that uncommon.

    Don't get me wrong, I get it, I previously worked in a role with a 365/24/7 on call rota. However, there is also a drive towards greater work life balance in most sectors, so was just wondering what aspect of the job makes up for the restrictive working hours.
    In my case with the on call it was a bump in pay, didn't quite make up for it but took the edge off.

    Almost every saturday is quite a sacrifice, effectively weekends are mostly eliminated, and would probably be a big factor in a lot of peoples decision to accept or not, if offered - at least it would in mine as I've a young family.


  • Registered Users Posts: 122 ✭✭blueband


    The short answer is money.

    I don’t have a third level qualification.Where would I get nearly 60k for c 40 hrs with no masters never mind just a degree.
    There are pros and cons to any job.
    I would find Monday to Friday 9-5 very restrictive.

    Ok, thanks, appreciate your response


  • Registered Users Posts: 72 ✭✭lledlledlled


    Medical involves

    Blood test for diabetes
    Urine test for liver function and drugs
    Measuring height weight
    Eyesight including colour blindness test
    Peripheral vision test
    Hearing test in soundproof booth(quite hard)
    Ecg and stress test on treadmill depending on candidates age
    General check up

    What age would you need to be to trigger the ECG & Stress Test? Been a while since i was on a treadmill.
    I didn't realise the medical would be so close. Not much time to get in shape for those of us who need it...


  • Registered Users Posts: 439 ✭✭Rootsblower


    What age would you need to be to trigger the ECG & Stress Test? Been a while since i was on a treadmill.
    I didn't realise the medical would be so close. Not much time to get in shape for those of us who need it...

    I believe it’s anyone over 50 or if after the ECG they feel it’s necessary at any age


  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 66,755 Mod ✭✭✭✭L1011


    blueband wrote: »
    Don't get me wrong, I get it, I previously worked in a role with a 365/24/7 on call rota. However, there is also a drive towards greater work life balance in most sectors, so was just wondering what aspect of the job makes up for the restrictive working hours.
    In my case with the on call it was a bump in pay, didn't quite make up for it but took the edge off.

    Almost every saturday is quite a sacrifice, effectively weekends are mostly eliminated, and would probably be a big factor in a lot of peoples decision to accept or not, if offered - at least it would in mine as I've a young family.

    The reality of 'greater work/life balance' in future is likely to be 4 day work weeks and no concept of a weekend.


  • Registered Users Posts: 8,925 ✭✭✭GM228


    I believe it’s anyone over 50 or if after the ECG they feel it’s necessary at any age

    Any driver over 40 requires an ECG at the periodic medical, all new entrants require an ECG prior to appointment.

    Periodic medicals are required every 3 years until age 55 thereafter they become annually.

    The rules changed last November when the above became a legal requirement.


  • Registered Users Posts: 439 ✭✭Rootsblower


    GM228 wrote: »
    Any driver over 40 requires an ECG at the periodic medical, all new entrants require an ECG prior to appointment.

    Periodic medicals are required every 3 years until age 55 thereafter they become annually.

    The rules changed last November when the above became a legal requirement.

    I was talking about stress test on treadmill not ECG


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  • Registered Users Posts: 9,761 ✭✭✭Effects


    L1011 wrote: »
    The reality of 'greater work/life balance' in future is likely to be 4 day work weeks and no concept of a weekend.

    In about 2030 if you're lucky. Not before that.


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