NATS interview process

[bajanelite123]

Originally Posted by Peterharris1997

I just had this email … looks like even if you’ve passed stage 2 you won’t get invited to stage 3. Unlike last year.

Thank you for your patience whilst we assessed the results of the Trainee Air Traffic Controller applications. We have had a greater volume of response than anticipated and as such it has been necessary to base progression to the next stage in order of performance at Stage 1 and 2.

We will be in contact to confirm whether we will be able to proceed your application as soon as we have undertaken the initial assessment centres.

Won't be able to apply next year now as it's less than 12 months.

[Futurairtrafficer_97]

Originally Posted by Peterharris1997

I just had this email … looks like even if you’ve passed stage 2 you won’t get invited to stage 3. Unlike last year.

Thank you for your patience whilst we assessed the results of the Trainee Air Traffic Controller applications. We have had a greater volume of response than anticipated and as such it has been necessary to base progression to the next stage in order of performance at Stage 1 and 2.

We will be in contact to confirm whether we will be able to proceed your application as soon as we have undertaken the initial assessment centres.

keep your head high , there still a chance

[johsne30]

Could anyone that has done the ATC exam in Stage three confirm if its multiple choice or not as the last couple of pages are
stressing me out a bit
?

[buddy_]

Originally Posted by johsne30

Could anyone that has done the ATC exam in Stage three confirm if its multiple choice or not as the last couple of pages are
stressing me out a bit
?

Glad I'm not the only one!

[GAPSTER]

Originally Posted by Futurairtrafficer_97

too much of a coincidences if you ask me … however I spoke to current NATS employee and they ensure me, they’re not racist . Hard to believe when minorities aren’t getting selected …

Nonsense,a 40 year career and plenty of diversity. Ask a few questions about better recruitment strategies, particularly at the school/college stage and pack away your personal agenda.

[mike current]

Originally Posted by GAPSTER

Nonsense,a 40 year career and plenty of diversity. Ask a few questions about better recruitment strategies, particularly at the school/college stage and pack away your personal agenda.

"Some of my friends are black" vibes..

[Retsek]

Originally Posted by johsne30

Could anyone that has done the ATC exam in Stage three confirm if its multiple choice or not as the last couple of pages are
stressing me out a bit
?

It’s multiple choice but don’t let that fool you into thinking it’s easy! You definitely need to learn the booklet

[johsne30]

Originally Posted by Retsek

It’s multiple choice but don’t let that fool you into thinking it’s easy! You definitely need to learn the booklet

Ha i took a look at the last couple of pages and almost had a panic attack, is it very hard? I've tried my best to memorise most of the information i'm only struggling after chapter 12. Also the two figures, 4 (uk airways structure) and 8 (oceanic control track and separations) arent necessary for the test, are they?

Also serious question, there isn't a maths test involved in the resit of the stage 1 tests is there?

[johsne30]

Originally Posted by buddy_

Glad I'm not the only one!

Honestly, rethinking if i'm good enough for this role looking at the last few pages as i didn't even know what FL... stood for until i checked it up?

[bajanelite123]

Originally Posted by johsne30

Honestly, rethinking if i'm good enough for this role looking at the last few pages as i didn't even know what FL... stood for until i checked it up?

You got invited to Stage 3 but don't know what FL means? Damn. I assume general knowledge like that will be needed for the tests.

[Retsek]

Originally Posted by johsne30

Ha i took a look at the last couple of pages and almost had a panic attack, is it very hard? I've tried my best to memorise most of the information i'm only struggling after chapter 12. Also the two figures, 4 (uk airways structure) and 8 (oceanic control track and separations) arent necessary for the test, are they?

Also serious question, there isn't a maths test involved in the resit of the stage 1 tests is there?

I would say you don’t need to know the booklet word for word, you definitely need to UNDERSTAND everything though and recall the key timings/levels etc. for example I wouldn’t bother learning all the aircraft stats if you don’t have the time but you should have a good idea of what the general cruise level/speed is for a wide body vs narrow body vs turbo prop if that makes sense?
I didn’t do any maths as part of Stage 3.

[Retsek]

Originally Posted by johsne30

Honestly, rethinking if i'm good enough for this role looking at the last few pages as i didn't even know what FL... stood for until i checked it up?

you never know until you try! No one knows exactly what NATS are looking for but I would guess aviation knowledge is likely lower on the list of priorities compared with things like personality type and aptitude. They will teach you everything you need to know from the most basic level in the college.

[buddy_]

Originally Posted by johsne30

Honestly, rethinking if i'm good enough for this role looking at the last few pages as i didn't even know what FL... stood for until i checked it up?

I'm in exactly the same boat as you. I had no idea what FL stood for and I'm struggling with the last three pages as well. NATS have really pushed the narative that you can apply and be successful even without a background in aviation or any prior knowledge though so we've got a shot

[johsne30]

Originally Posted by Retsek

I would say you don’t need to know the booklet word for word, you definitely need to UNDERSTAND everything though and recall the key timings/levels etc. for example I wouldn’t bother learning all the aircraft stats if you don’t have the time but you should have a good idea of what the general cruise level/speed is for a wide body vs narrow body vs turbo prop if that makes sense?
I didn’t do any maths as part of Stage 3.

Thanks a lot, your advice really helped just did mine and think it went ok- interview was a bit hard, the test wasn't too bad.
.

[johsne30]

Originally Posted by buddy_

I'm in exactly the same boat as you. I had no idea what FL stood for and I'm struggling with the last three pages as well. NATS have really pushed the narative that you can apply and be successful even without a background in aviation or any prior knowledge though so we've got a shot

I was speaking to my interviewer who said he also didn't know the basics when he first started and they teach you all of that in college so you shouldnt be too fussed

[Jailhouse]

The Stage 3 booking slot opened for a few seconds literally and it was gone, this morning.

[ktailor392]

Hello,

Does anyone know how long it takes to hear back after stage three? Ive been waiting a couple days now but its not been a week yet.

[Azelas]

It should be within 14 days that you hear back after stage 3. For me it was 3 days later. I wouldn't take the amount of time as any indication of a pass or failure so just be patient and keep your fingers crossed

[ktailor392]

Originally Posted by Azelas

It should be within 14 days that you hear back after stage 3. For me it was 3 days later. I wouldn't take the amount of time as any indication of a pass or failure so just be patient and keep your fingers crossed

Thanks its been 4 days not including the weekend so I'm really hoping to hear back sometime this week

[Kecko]

Anyone who got invited to stage 3 in September still waiting for a slot? I found out on the 11th of September that I had made it to stage 3 but haven't been able to book anything yet. Keeps saying slots are not available.