I think the info they have given you is just base salary.

There are allowances that top this up fortnightly/monthly depending on the hours you work and any overnight trips completed.

Hi High Fly Boy

I think you are talking about the syd base application. You will only receive the email that you have so far until they close the applicaitons for the base. From exp once they registration has closed it is about 1-2 weeks before they start sending out the invitations. Until they close the job position than you just have to wait and wait and thinks do eventually start rolling! fingers xxx for you

Is my wait nearly over
 

I just did a medical for VB in the last week days... not too hard, but not fun. Does anyone know, now that everything is out of the way, when I might find out if I have a job? I check my phone every few minutes JUST IN CASE someone left a message. I have been on edge for 2 months now. Is the wait nearly over? Or is it back on that wait list?

hey everyone!
 

Hi!
i was just wondering whats happening with overnights.. i have heard rumours that crew aren't getting as many overnights as of late?
i've got an interview coming up in syd and was just curious as i know how much of a big difference overnights can make to ur pay!

The wait is killing me!!
 

Its two weeks tomorrow from my VRD and I haven't heard anything from them so I have no idea what to make of it but the wait is killing me!!
Also, I just noticed that my application for the cc in the website is now under "job cancelled"!!! I must admit that freaked me out a bit!
I'd call them but I don't even have a phone number! :sad:

I heard VB were considering cutting costs by having staff overnighting, on board the aircraft on the stand, rather than in a hotel... gee i wouldnt want to be sitting on the apron at LST or HBT in mid winter!! I guess the alternate is what jetstar do, run MEL-DWN return overnight with same crew, sleeping across seats at the back of the aircraft...I dont understand why people are desperate to join jetstar or virgin or even tiger when the pay is just above minumum wage!

What the heck are you talking about buddy? The proposed EBA discussed the possibility of a split shift and up to 3 hours on board the aircraft or in the terminal to achieve this. Any longer and they have to find accommodation which is set by the FAAA, VB, and VB Security. All of which would come under the OH&S act.

As for minimum wage, I am not sure but I am clearing on avg $2200 per fortnight for less than 70 hours work. I would hardly call that struggling.

Perhaps you are winding me up?

PS Kitty Blue they have just been renamed. Gotta keep busy in HQ or you might find yourself part of the cutbacks.

Gasp!!! what a horrid thought!!! Poor Kitty relagated to checking or worse!!!!! Management!!!


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VRD Day Sydney
 

Hi all,

I got the email today to advise that I have been invited to a VRD day in Sydney next month.
Im so exited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
But im also very nervous as ive never been to an interview for an airline before and even though I have heard that it is a fun day, I am worried about the psycological testing that is appareantly done. Is it like trick questions and that sort of thing?
Anyway I hope I answer the answers right and that I stand out..
Also does anyone know what the height restrictions is in CM for males?
I really want to get through and glad im a potential candidate at this point!!!
Thanks cya :-)

Hi all, again.

About the height thing I just realised that when I first applied it was one of the questions that was asked so I am within the height restrictions.
I just thought maybe it was going to be different for males?

Anyway has anyone recently attended a VRD day or is going to one soon?
Are the group activities really that hard as what someone was saying before? Or is it more just a test to see that you can socialise and are enthusiastic and able to work in a team ect.

Also that book about flight attending, what is is called again..and is there anywhere else I get it from appart from ordering it online?

Thanks I appreciate your help :-)

Hi,

Yes I have been invited to a Virgin Blue Recruitment Day as well but the week after you. I have never been to one before.
Sing and Dance with props? That sounds a bit strange for an interview as that is not required for the job. Im glad they got rid of that...maybe it was just to test your personality or see how confident you are infront of other people.
I am also trying to find out what to expect on the day. What kind of group activites do they get you to do and do the 1 on 1 interview questions get very technical. Im also trying to see if anyone knows roughly how many ppl are in each interview. Like is it around 30 or so or more like 60-70 ect...
If anyone has any knowledge or experience please let us know..
Thanks

vb pay
 

hey i got a email to say im being ref checked...just wondering how often does vb pay go up...like rex goes up from start to 6 months about 10grand diff does vb pay go up aswell or does it stay the same?

Thanks for the useful info...

Can I ask though...what were the group activities? And what was the role play you had to perform?
With questions like "what cartoon character would you like to be?" Is this a psycological test? Like do they care what character you choose or is it the way you answer and the logical reason you chose it? You know what I mean? What did you say...
Im stressing over this as im worried they are going to ask me some dumb question like that and im not gonna know what to say...but strangley when it comes to the more technical stuff I find it easier lol.
Its good that they are checking your references though...it means you could get it...but if you already have a job I dunno..
I need to just calm down lol.

Sky high boi,

Before I start I am in no way a Flighty, however, you can relate all interview experiences in some way or another. I have endured ADF testing, selection and interviews and more recently AsA interviews. The best thing I found was to be yourself, be honest and try to remain calm (as hard as it sounds:p).

Do not try to look into why they ask the questions, the reasoning behind it etc. As I said, be honest and confident. If your not the person they want, so be it, their loss. I found this advice gold, especially with the ADF and AsA. They ask your some very left field questions!

Best of luck and be sure to let us know how it goes :O (My Mrs applied for DJ in MEL, so unfortunately VRDs are not as frequent as SYD ones.)

Hey guys & gals has any one who had a VRD day for MEL CC in Feb 08 heard anymore. My references have been checked, haven't heard anymore. I get the impression that they are doing alot of recruitment for SYD. Does this mean that MEL is being put back. I am so close but the wait is honestly a killer!!!!! Goodluck to all, VB are a great company, I just want to work for them now.

need advice...happy to help those who need it!
 

Hi Everyone,

I know of a few sources that i can highly recommend you read that will help you with the VRD interviews. Relates directly to the whole interview process etc... Dont hesitate to contact me through Private message and I may be able to direct you in the right path.

Also if you are off the street have no idea about the interview processes airlines use and dying to become an F/A just message me and I will try to help you out!

Good Luck

Regards,

Rollz

medical
 

hi guys,
I am up to the stage of my medical,does this take a hour or so to do ?
Can anybody telll me please!:)

The Best Advice for VBR
 

The truth is...
its all added up based on observation. They have people wtching your interpersonal skills, personality, speech etc. The list really does go on....it is is a very thorough recruitment process. It is not designed for "right" answers or behaviours, but to weed out the people they dont want. The activities set out on the day change ALL of the time, so taking advice on what you will be in for will only stuff u up really. They know when people are just telling them what they want to hear. They are not after "perfect" but rather "natural" "honest".

All the activities are designed to get a natural reaction, and a friend of mine who researched and researched and then rehearsed, was actually perfect for the job, but didnt get it, because as they found out through a contact, that her answers werent real and felt, they were rehearsed. They are watching your face and your body language and the activities are there not to cath you out, but to give you the opportunities to show your virgin flair. I know its easy to say, but really be yourself!

The day is not set up for the experienced airliner or experienced recruitment attender...infact its the opposite. It is the most easy going interview I have ever been to.

Be yourself DO NOT STUDY or TRY to pass. If you are right for it and you know why...then its yours!

I hope u all do really well! But dont focus too much on all that stuff, just go there and be you!

and yes i did get the job..and I am loving it!

Hi,

And thanks to everyone who has given me advice about the interview and their experiences.
I understand what you mean about being "natural" and "fishing out" what they dont want. So there are more concerned about being real than faking your way through because they will be able to tell.
I just worry that they will ask a question and I will stumble...but anyway I will deal with it lol.
Anyone know if they have a different height restriction for males than females?

Im now Cabin Crew
 

I AM NOW VIRGIN BLUE CABIN CREW!

Im very happy!

I would love to hear from all you guys that already work for VB, whats it like? Whats training like? whats pay like? Whats the benefits? What are the shifts like? Did the over nights issue sort itsself out?

Im real excited, but dont start for ages, and love to know ALL I can before I start. soooooooo tell me everything, good and bad! PLEASE!

Thanks