Virgin Australia - Wannabes & Recruitment
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mattandy - well done. You will love the vibrant, fun culture at V Australia. The people are great. Training wasn't too bad and the trainers made things as understandable as possible.
When it comes down to the discussion going on about the 'safety net agreement' I wouldn't worry about it too much because ground schools starting after the 20th don't get a vote.
Basically all it is about is that V want the crew to sign an agreement that locks us in until 2012. By that time the Rudd government will have re-introduced terms and conditions that allow employees to bargain with their employer. Essentially you will be able to discuss your terms and conditions as a group (via a union if you want to) in order to better them. Signing the agreement being offered now means we would not be able to renegotiate the terms and conditions for almost 4 years. Thats why I am voting no because the agreement just has too many grey areas and I don't want to be trapped in it until 2012.
Enjoy the journey
When it comes down to the discussion going on about the 'safety net agreement' I wouldn't worry about it too much because ground schools starting after the 20th don't get a vote.
Basically all it is about is that V want the crew to sign an agreement that locks us in until 2012. By that time the Rudd government will have re-introduced terms and conditions that allow employees to bargain with their employer. Essentially you will be able to discuss your terms and conditions as a group (via a union if you want to) in order to better them. Signing the agreement being offered now means we would not be able to renegotiate the terms and conditions for almost 4 years. Thats why I am voting no because the agreement just has too many grey areas and I don't want to be trapped in it until 2012.
Enjoy the journey
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As my name suggests, I'm not here to share my personal experiences. I wish I had the time...
Furthermore, I am fully aware the company may read this forum, so have not given any details regarding my recruitment or training or background that could be used to identify me. I'm sure any intelligent person can understand why. Not that I am scared, I'm just in probation.
What is this multiple people thing though? Do people think somewhereat1l and I are the same person? What borught that on? Is it because two people share the same opinion?
Furthermore, I am fully aware the company may read this forum, so have not given any details regarding my recruitment or training or background that could be used to identify me. I'm sure any intelligent person can understand why. Not that I am scared, I'm just in probation.
What is this multiple people thing though? Do people think somewhereat1l and I are the same person? What borught that on? Is it because two people share the same opinion?
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I'm certainly all for sharing your opinion, but I don't believe in doing so to the extent that you are. Everyone who's working for v is an adult and has the right and capability to make their own informed choice.
I understand that you're just trying to inform people, but I think that there is also a lot of people on here who have no say in what happens, and I don't believe that they should be made to dwell on something which they can't change.
You've made your point, but I think that it's getting close to being to excess
I understand that you're just trying to inform people, but I think that there is also a lot of people on here who have no say in what happens, and I don't believe that they should be made to dwell on something which they can't change.
You've made your point, but I think that it's getting close to being to excess
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I have received multiple emails of support, opinions, ideas, thanks and encouragement. This tells me that what I am doing is the right thing.
For those starting on 20th. You actually do have a voice! Although you will not be entitled to vote, you can still share your opinions with the crew. Why not get involved in the discussion. Show some passion! That is what is so great about pprune. Or even send me an email.
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For those starting on 20th. You actually do have a voice! Although you will not be entitled to vote, you can still share your opinions with the crew. Why not get involved in the discussion. Show some passion! That is what is so great about pprune. Or even send me an email.
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Hi All
FYI - I have opened a new thread called "V Australia Cabin Crew" under "Cabin Crew". thought it would be a better area for all new crew to exchange information in their rather than under "Wannabes". Thoguht we should keep that for those who are going through the recruitment process.
Anyway, just a thought.
FYI - I have opened a new thread called "V Australia Cabin Crew" under "Cabin Crew". thought it would be a better area for all new crew to exchange information in their rather than under "Wannabes". Thoguht we should keep that for those who are going through the recruitment process.
Anyway, just a thought.
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shed some light in the galley
hi I hope i am not intrudingI have a question
how long did you wait from the email saying you got thru until the next stage which is your reference checks and medical
I got an email that said I passed the vrd day is that part of this procedure and to stay tune for what will happen next.
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congrats chicken or fish 2
I`was`wondering how your training is going
and are you a cabin crew or supervisr or team manager
I wasnt sure what position you went for.... you have a lot of knwledge
I`was`wondering how your training is going
and are you a cabin crew or supervisr or team manager
I wasnt sure what position you went for.... you have a lot of knwledge
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Hey V wannabes - just fyi they must be about to recruit again - I'm internal and applied previously (and told them no) and have received another email telling me to reapply (this was a FM position) - not that I will - but for those waiting to hear, maybe good news coming? I know the wait can be agony.
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referee check
hi jetcrewnw,
got a call from V yesterday that they are checking my referee now so you would be same as well,
let's hope we can hear something a good news soon!
got a call from V yesterday that they are checking my referee now so you would be same as well,
let's hope we can hear something a good news soon!
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Hey Guys,
Probably a stupid question -was wondering if anyone could tell me if the first year wage ($37500) and (potential) allowances cited (8-12K) were gross or net figures?
Probably a stupid question -was wondering if anyone could tell me if the first year wage ($37500) and (potential) allowances cited (8-12K) were gross or net figures?
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Would have been a huge step down for me in pay and terms and conditions from my current role at VB. Don't get the concept of less money/more hours for bigger aircraft, more crew and more pax - basically more work = less pay? Would love the opportunity, but will stay put for the time being.
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$37,500 is gross (before tax)
$8 - 10,000 is net paid into your bank acct in aussie dollars
I used to fly short haul, and I worked much harder than I do now flying long haul. Now I only work 6 - 10 days per month. When I was short haul I worked 5 days per week. Sometime I have days off here, sometimes I have days off overseas.
Yes I make less money, but I also work allot less. Money is not everything.
I know V Aus is not fabulous with wages, but I with performance based salary increases and promotion, I can see that my salary will continue to increase over the next few years.
$8 - 10,000 is net paid into your bank acct in aussie dollars
I used to fly short haul, and I worked much harder than I do now flying long haul. Now I only work 6 - 10 days per month. When I was short haul I worked 5 days per week. Sometime I have days off here, sometimes I have days off overseas.
Yes I make less money, but I also work allot less. Money is not everything.
I know V Aus is not fabulous with wages, but I with performance based salary increases and promotion, I can see that my salary will continue to increase over the next few years.
