Hi Monarchgirl,
I worked a temp contract for Monarch a few years ago and even then we were told not to expect any longhaul work. We were lucky and most go to do at least one trip toward the end of their contract.
I joined on a year that they didn't need to keep to many people on permanent and they did try to manage our expectations as to what we should expect.
I hope you get to stay with Monarch as I enjoyed my time there and then you will get the trips that you want.
Regards
Chilled
