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Evening all!!
Ive seen mention of this somewhere on here before, but can’t seem to find anything relevant!
So please feel free to remove this if appropriate!!
I’m just intrigued if there is anyone on here who has much to do with Network Rail?
I have done as much research as possible on them and it seems to be a cracking company to work for, future benefits, progression etc.
I have been through the various selection criteria, interviews, assessment centres etc and have been selected to Join the Advanced Apprentice Scheme.
Apparently there were a huge amount of applicants, so I’m quite chuffed!
I’m in my 30s, and left a long term, full time job in order to persevere with this, so to say I’m apprehensive is an understatement!
Looking forward to hearing any comments!
Regards.
MM
Ive seen mention of this somewhere on here before, but can’t seem to find anything relevant!
So please feel free to remove this if appropriate!!
I’m just intrigued if there is anyone on here who has much to do with Network Rail?
I have done as much research as possible on them and it seems to be a cracking company to work for, future benefits, progression etc.
I have been through the various selection criteria, interviews, assessment centres etc and have been selected to Join the Advanced Apprentice Scheme.
Apparently there were a huge amount of applicants, so I’m quite chuffed!
I’m in my 30s, and left a long term, full time job in order to persevere with this, so to say I’m apprehensive is an understatement!
Looking forward to hearing any comments!
Regards.
MM
MangledMetal said:
Evening all!!
Ive seen mention of this somewhere on here before, but can’t seem to find anything relevant!
So please feel free to remove this if appropriate!!
I’m just intrigued if there is anyone on here who has much to do with Network Rail?
I have done as much research as possible on them and it seems to be a cracking company to work for, future benefits, progression etc.
I have been through the various selection criteria, interviews, assessment centres etc and have been selected to Join the Advanced Apprentice Scheme.
Apparently there were a huge amount of applicants, so I’m quite chuffed!
I’m in my 30s, and left a long term, full time job in order to persevere with this, so to say I’m apprehensive is an understatement!
Looking forward to hearing any comments!
Regards.
MM
Worked for NR in Projects for 5 years recently so have recent knowledge of the company. The apprentice scheme will be excellent and you'll be getting into an industry where if you're half sensible you'll never be without a job and be in demand. Ive seen mention of this somewhere on here before, but can’t seem to find anything relevant!
So please feel free to remove this if appropriate!!
I’m just intrigued if there is anyone on here who has much to do with Network Rail?
I have done as much research as possible on them and it seems to be a cracking company to work for, future benefits, progression etc.
I have been through the various selection criteria, interviews, assessment centres etc and have been selected to Join the Advanced Apprentice Scheme.
Apparently there were a huge amount of applicants, so I’m quite chuffed!
I’m in my 30s, and left a long term, full time job in order to persevere with this, so to say I’m apprehensive is an understatement!
Looking forward to hearing any comments!
Regards.
MM
Long term I would use the scheme to hoover up as much knowledge, courses and training as possible. Work in as many areas as possible, don't pigeonhole yourself. You want to make sure you're employable outside NR on the contractor side.
A lot of stuff to do with the railway seems quite arcahic to someone new to the industry. It's never the best or most tmodern way of doing things, invariably it's because it's always been done like that. However in the past 5 years at least there has been a lot of internal change and NR is moving in the right direction, even if it's not there yet.
Great opportunity on your hands, enjoy it!
bobmcgod said:
Well done! It's a really hard scheme to get on so you must have done well! I applied to it about 5 times when I was a bit younger but never even got to any sort of interview or selection process.
Agree with bobmcgod.. I too applied when I was finishing my GCSE's, but I never heard anything back, which was a shame.A family friend worked for them for his whole working life, and retired a few years back. He loved his job, had a great career that lasted his whole working life. A good company to work for, with plenty of opportunity for progression, no doubt.
All the best!
Sorry for the delay in replying folks.
Many thanks for the replies.
Very interesting comment about pigeon holing..... it’s something I hadn’t thought of.
I was thinking exactly the opposite. Very much food for thought. Thanks.
And yes, Westwood is where it’s based.
Looks to be a smart place, with good facilities!
Many thanks for the replies.
Very interesting comment about pigeon holing..... it’s something I hadn’t thought of.
I was thinking exactly the opposite. Very much food for thought. Thanks.
And yes, Westwood is where it’s based.
Looks to be a smart place, with good facilities!
Apprenticeship scheme is fantastic, congratulations. Be prepared to meet an eclectic and varied mix of people, I think some of the guys in my year were in their 40s though so don't worry too much that it'll all be yoof.
Westwood.. Pah, opulence! Back in my day it was crusty shared accommodation that the Navy had deemed uninhabitable years ago, plus the worst food I've ever had the misfortune of eating- great times, I'll never forget the fun I had.
It's a superb way into a bundle of qualifications and a job for life. If you're brave enough then pick up all the competencies you can on NRs buck and then take them contracting, that's where the real money is (though as a wimp I'll be sticking with my fixed workplace and guaranteed hours ta).
By the way, in case you haven't decided for yourself yet.. D&P, OHL or S&T- definitely not P-Way!!!
Westwood.. Pah, opulence! Back in my day it was crusty shared accommodation that the Navy had deemed uninhabitable years ago, plus the worst food I've ever had the misfortune of eating- great times, I'll never forget the fun I had.
It's a superb way into a bundle of qualifications and a job for life. If you're brave enough then pick up all the competencies you can on NRs buck and then take them contracting, that's where the real money is (though as a wimp I'll be sticking with my fixed workplace and guaranteed hours ta).
By the way, in case you haven't decided for yourself yet.. D&P, OHL or S&T- definitely not P-Way!!!
CanoeSniffer said:
Apprenticeship scheme is fantastic, congratulations. Be prepared to meet an eclectic and varied mix of people, I think some of the guys in my year were in their 40s though so don't worry too much that it'll all be yoof.
Westwood.. Pah, opulence! Back in my day it was crusty shared accommodation that the Navy had deemed uninhabitable years ago, plus the worst food I've ever had the misfortune of eating- great times, I'll never forget the fun I had.
It's a superb way into a bundle of qualifications and a job for life. If you're brave enough then pick up all the competencies you can on NRs buck and then take them contracting, that's where the real money is (though as a wimp I'll be sticking with my fixed workplace and guaranteed hours ta).
By the way, in case you haven't decided for yourself yet.. D&P, OHL or S&T- definitely not P-Way!!!
Are you still working for NR? Westwood.. Pah, opulence! Back in my day it was crusty shared accommodation that the Navy had deemed uninhabitable years ago, plus the worst food I've ever had the misfortune of eating- great times, I'll never forget the fun I had.
It's a superb way into a bundle of qualifications and a job for life. If you're brave enough then pick up all the competencies you can on NRs buck and then take them contracting, that's where the real money is (though as a wimp I'll be sticking with my fixed workplace and guaranteed hours ta).
By the way, in case you haven't decided for yourself yet.. D&P, OHL or S&T- definitely not P-Way!!!
Again, Thankyou for the replies!
I’ve heard many horror stories about this navy base!
One of the lads at my assessment centre was ex Marines or something and was stationed there.
It did come up in conversation several times throuout the day.
I was looking at the S&t side of things I think, with how the worlds changing, I think it’s got to be the way to go!
I’m guessing some of you folks replying have/do work for NR Currently?
I’ve heard many horror stories about this navy base!
One of the lads at my assessment centre was ex Marines or something and was stationed there.
It did come up in conversation several times throuout the day.
I was looking at the S&t side of things I think, with how the worlds changing, I think it’s got to be the way to go!
I’m guessing some of you folks replying have/do work for NR Currently?
Be careful with S+T. The future is supposed to be in cab signalling (Google ETRTMS) which will reduce the amount of line side infrastructure. This will take ages to implement and how far reaching it will be is debatable. But worth understanding what the future holds if your career path depends on it.
Thankyou!
Yeah, I’ve done a bit of research into that.
To Be fair, it makes perfect sense, using a gps type system. If the system works, decreasing the go between trains allows for more moving metal and less stress on the overcrowded trains.
I shall go into it with open eyes. Many thanks.
But as many have said... I intend to hoover up as many qualifications and training opportunities as possible!
Yeah, I’ve done a bit of research into that.
To Be fair, it makes perfect sense, using a gps type system. If the system works, decreasing the go between trains allows for more moving metal and less stress on the overcrowded trains.
I shall go into it with open eyes. Many thanks.
But as many have said... I intend to hoover up as many qualifications and training opportunities as possible!
MangledMetal said:
I’m guessing some of you folks replying have/do work for NR Currently?
I've been on for over 25 years - have done delay attribution, train planning, performance management, engineering access planning (mainly at a strategic level) and I'm now a controller, so if you need any information about any of these fields, feel free to ask. sparks85 said:
Be careful with S+T. The future is supposed to be in cab signalling (Google ETRTMS) which will reduce the amount of line side infrastructure. This will take ages to implement and how far reaching it will be is debatable. But worth understanding what the future holds if your career path depends on it.
I don't know the field, but from a general life skills basis, picking up transferable higher end skills (project management) as well as technology skills that are still emerging and will be used in other countries will also give you global options if you ever want to relocate? Having scarce skills and general skills makes it easier for an employer to sponsor you for a visa should that ever appeal.28 years man and boy in the T section of S+T
Left to work in wider industry but most of my friends are still in NR.
Its good company to work for but the paperwork and rule book can drag you down working trackside.
Learn all about signalling do the SMTH course and then go as a contractor and earn the big $$
Left to work in wider industry but most of my friends are still in NR.
Its good company to work for but the paperwork and rule book can drag you down working trackside.
Learn all about signalling do the SMTH course and then go as a contractor and earn the big $$
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