Anyone had a jetstar interview?
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Anyone had a jetstar interview?
Just wondering if anyone has gone thru jetstar's interview process. I had a first interview with them 2 months ago. Received a 'u have progressed to next stage. will be in contact' then nothing in 2 months.... anyone had this happen? Or understand why?
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Hi Jewel,
I went through the interviews before Xmas too. I had the assessment day, my panel interview, then my medical and security check and was told they would be in touch in a couple of weeks for the final stage. I'm still waiting, frustrating isn't it?
I can only think they are snowed under at the moment and will get back to us when dates etc are confirmed. If you are concerned you should give them a call, I don't think it can hurt.
Good luck and let us know if you hear anything.
I went through the interviews before Xmas too. I had the assessment day, my panel interview, then my medical and security check and was told they would be in touch in a couple of weeks for the final stage. I'm still waiting, frustrating isn't it?
I can only think they are snowed under at the moment and will get back to us when dates etc are confirmed. If you are concerned you should give them a call, I don't think it can hurt.
Good luck and let us know if you hear anything.
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Take my advise guys,unless you are unemployed Jetstar aint such a great place to work.Moral is at an all time low,long days,dirty aircraft,filthy toilets,awful crew food,no overnights,management is upside down,cranky customers because we treat them so badly and a really dog dam awful t-shirt that they call a uniform to wear.The one saving grace is that we have a great bunch of people working there.I know they have many schools planed so if you take them up on the offer i dont think you will have to wait very long.
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Well those two replies were a downer. I havent had my panel interview or anything yet! But Iguana you must have got a call really quick about ur 2nd interview. Maybe they didnt like me so much..
Have heard from some of the other girls that many were rejected straight up but....
Strange as it was after 4 weeks waiting i got a phone call a few hours ago. Have my 2nd interview next week. Any tips iguana? Since yours is already processed by sounds of it im not competition to you
And words taken in Grove but im still gona go. Something i really wana do and if its not good ill have to find out the hard way. Thanx but
Have heard from some of the other girls that many were rejected straight up but....Strange as it was after 4 weeks waiting i got a phone call a few hours ago. Have my 2nd interview next week. Any tips iguana? Since yours is already processed by sounds of it im not competition to you
And words taken in Grove but im still gona go. Something i really wana do and if its not good ill have to find out the hard way. Thanx but
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Grove -
It is less than ideal at the moment but it HAS to improve - it can't get any worse! Remember many outside the industry would give their first born child to be a glamorous flight attendant. Whilst we all know it is far from glamorous it is a starting point in a difficult industry to secure permanent work.
About the customers... Yesterday I had lovely customers and no dramas. Yeh sometimes they are out of control but remember when we stopped serving hot meals? We had people swear at us and throw the boxes back! They calmed down eventually. The public is getting used to the whole JQ gig. The execution of the product is awful and that's what I think the public are most angry about. It seems the Company is relying on employees to piece it all together. Management need to go. We need people at the top giving adequate direction - but that costs money. It will have to happen soon though as everyone is fed up.
Cleaning will have to improve. It will cost money but the current situation is diabolical in the extreme. We are on the verge of saying enough is enough. There is so much anger out there.
I know people who have gone one better and gone to Workcover. Let me tell you the NSW office would be keen to hear from you.
As for the days being long??? Whilst there is SOME 9 hr 15 minute days, most 4 sectors are around 8 hours 20. And there is just as many 2 sector days ranging from 4 hours to 7 hrs 30. I think you are referring to rostering. It is completely pathetic! They lump all the 4 sector days together, like 5 days On, 1 Day Off, then another 5 days On (all 4 sectors starting between 5-6am). Then you are so tired and fatigued the rest of the month is spent catching up on rest, regardless of easy the remaining flying may be. The rostering is completely careless.
I am frustrated at JQ as it seems it is either a great day or a horrible day... There is no in-betweens and we have no control over how it pans out.
Jewel -
If you want to get into the industry then I would say go for it. We are definately not without our issues at JQ. And for veterans like myself and Grove it has been a bit of a slap in the face. Morale is lower than I thought existed - even amongst new crew! However you are and employee of the Qantas Group and we do get great benefits. And the issues MUST sort themselves out as the current situation just cannot continue. I keep telling myself that anyway.
You may wish to apply at MAM as a casual. They are earning great money right now but there is no security as like joining a subsidiary. Have you thought about EAA? Money isn't as good but the crew are great and it is secure work.
It is less than ideal at the moment but it HAS to improve - it can't get any worse! Remember many outside the industry would give their first born child to be a glamorous flight attendant. Whilst we all know it is far from glamorous it is a starting point in a difficult industry to secure permanent work.
About the customers... Yesterday I had lovely customers and no dramas. Yeh sometimes they are out of control but remember when we stopped serving hot meals? We had people swear at us and throw the boxes back! They calmed down eventually. The public is getting used to the whole JQ gig. The execution of the product is awful and that's what I think the public are most angry about. It seems the Company is relying on employees to piece it all together. Management need to go. We need people at the top giving adequate direction - but that costs money. It will have to happen soon though as everyone is fed up.
Cleaning will have to improve. It will cost money but the current situation is diabolical in the extreme. We are on the verge of saying enough is enough. There is so much anger out there.
I know people who have gone one better and gone to Workcover. Let me tell you the NSW office would be keen to hear from you.
As for the days being long??? Whilst there is SOME 9 hr 15 minute days, most 4 sectors are around 8 hours 20. And there is just as many 2 sector days ranging from 4 hours to 7 hrs 30. I think you are referring to rostering. It is completely pathetic! They lump all the 4 sector days together, like 5 days On, 1 Day Off, then another 5 days On (all 4 sectors starting between 5-6am). Then you are so tired and fatigued the rest of the month is spent catching up on rest, regardless of easy the remaining flying may be. The rostering is completely careless.
I am frustrated at JQ as it seems it is either a great day or a horrible day... There is no in-betweens and we have no control over how it pans out.
Jewel -
If you want to get into the industry then I would say go for it. We are definately not without our issues at JQ. And for veterans like myself and Grove it has been a bit of a slap in the face. Morale is lower than I thought existed - even amongst new crew! However you are and employee of the Qantas Group and we do get great benefits. And the issues MUST sort themselves out as the current situation just cannot continue. I keep telling myself that anyway.
You may wish to apply at MAM as a casual. They are earning great money right now but there is no security as like joining a subsidiary. Have you thought about EAA? Money isn't as good but the crew are great and it is secure work.
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Jewel, congrats on the second interview. See patience is a virtue after all! As far as tips go just relax and enjoy yourself. The 2 ladies that interviewed me were lovely. Very friendly and down to earth. Lots of situational questions, the usual airline drill, tell me a time...., what happened when....., what did you do....., what was the outcome. You know what I mean. Good luck for next week and let us know how you go.
Grove and Ditzy I'm sorry things aren't great for you at the moment. Hopefully time and alot of customer feedback will help things along. I have been following your posts from way back Ditzy and I really hope I get the chance to fly with you one day. No matter how bad it gets you still retain your professionalism and sense of humour.
Maybe now with more second interviews scheduled I'll be placed in the final stage interview with them. Does anyone know how many schools are planned and for when or where?
Thanks guys any help is much appreciated.
Grove and Ditzy I'm sorry things aren't great for you at the moment. Hopefully time and alot of customer feedback will help things along. I have been following your posts from way back Ditzy and I really hope I get the chance to fly with you one day. No matter how bad it gets you still retain your professionalism and sense of humour.
Maybe now with more second interviews scheduled I'll be placed in the final stage interview with them. Does anyone know how many schools are planned and for when or where?
Thanks guys any help is much appreciated.
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Hey guys,
I know someone who was interviewed for the CNS base and was contacted today re a position and a start date of Feb 14th.
Things do sound a buit glum there though - hope things improve for you all.
Have a rad weekend,
Raver
I know someone who was interviewed for the CNS base and was contacted today re a position and a start date of Feb 14th.
Things do sound a buit glum there though - hope things improve for you all.
Have a rad weekend,
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Iguana: Its your year, I can feel it! You had the setback (of which we wont speak) and this time you are destined for it! Good luck!
Jewel: You will find in any job there are the people who complain. And I think thats a good thing! Thats how change is affected. Negative (constructive) feedback is the mechanism for change. So keep smiling, Im sure you will get the call as well!!!
We in the west are hanging on to hear who wins the 717 contract, NJS or JQ. Either way I assume more crew would be needed...
Good luck to EVERYONE! And to all the current JQ guys, I love reading about your jobs and experiences, you guys are the pioneers, and this period of adjustment is kind of expected! Lets hope it gets really better a lot soon... And you guys are the ones who can make it happen
JB
PS: For a lot of humour, do a search for the time when QF got the new uniforms, there is enough material in there to make your eyes water, too much laughter! My god I cant wait to fly with any of you guys! (And I mean guys and gals, its a unisex term for me)
Jewel: You will find in any job there are the people who complain. And I think thats a good thing! Thats how change is affected. Negative (constructive) feedback is the mechanism for change. So keep smiling, Im sure you will get the call as well!!!
We in the west are hanging on to hear who wins the 717 contract, NJS or JQ. Either way I assume more crew would be needed...
Good luck to EVERYONE! And to all the current JQ guys, I love reading about your jobs and experiences, you guys are the pioneers, and this period of adjustment is kind of expected! Lets hope it gets really better a lot soon... And you guys are the ones who can make it happen
JB
PS: For a lot of humour, do a search for the time when QF got the new uniforms, there is enough material in there to make your eyes water, too much laughter! My god I cant wait to fly with any of you guys! (And I mean guys and gals, its a unisex term for me)
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Hi Iguana,
Sunny QLD is actually fab today - no rain for once, so I have just dragged myself out of the pool and into this net cafe!
Training is apperently ment to be in the AO facilitty within the domestic terminal, and not BNE.
Hope the rest of you waiting to hear have some good news soon!
Enjoy your day!
Raver
Sunny QLD is actually fab today - no rain for once, so I have just dragged myself out of the pool and into this net cafe!
Training is apperently ment to be in the AO facilitty within the domestic terminal, and not BNE.
Hope the rest of you waiting to hear have some good news soon!
Enjoy your day!
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jb_flyer, thanks for the vote of confidence. Yes I am hoping that this is it but we don't get our hopes up do we? Last years debacle is still there to motivate me though, always a positive to the negative! 
Raver thanks for the info. I hope you were enjoying a cold bevvy by the pool, if not why not?
Good luck everyone, looks like we're back on the merry-go-round.
Lets fly Jetstaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!
Raver thanks for the info. I hope you were enjoying a cold bevvy by the pool, if not why not?
Good luck everyone, looks like we're back on the merry-go-round.
Lets fly Jetstaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!
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Off the track a bit... did anyone else catch that Kickstart Careers prog on Ch 10 today???
had a segment on JQ recruitment with a couple of interviews. Any Pruners in that bunch? :P
had a segment on JQ recruitment with a couple of interviews. Any Pruners in that bunch? :P
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Another space for a newbie
Miss Pam Ann is out of JQ shortly...another space for a newbie! I am out for personal reasons....as no leave of absence is available to me...no other options I'm afraid. So all the best to all of you "stars" and best of luck to the wannabe "stars". Have fun all you lovelies....You know who you all are! I will miss you dearly 
Love Miss Pam Ann xxx
"Here to save your ass honey...not kiss it!!!"
Love Miss Pam Ann xxx
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Hi All....
Have just got back from my 5th day on (all earlies around 5:30am and 4 sectors) plus an hour drive home, gotta love JQs dual base...
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
oops sorry fell asleep
Yes there do need to be a few improvements around the place (cleaning and rosters are a biggy!) but don't lose heart guys. Its a foot in the door to the industry and a permanant job, so I'm happy.
Amongst the moaning and groaning I have heard a few rumours about big plans for Jetstar in the future.....wishful thinking I know, but hopefully they are true.
Best of luck guys!
Jb_flyer - thanks for your encouraging comments
Have just got back from my 5th day on (all earlies around 5:30am and 4 sectors) plus an hour drive home, gotta love JQs dual base...
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
oops sorry fell asleep
Yes there do need to be a few improvements around the place (cleaning and rosters are a biggy!) but don't lose heart guys. Its a foot in the door to the industry and a permanant job, so I'm happy.
Amongst the moaning and groaning I have heard a few rumours about big plans for Jetstar in the future.....wishful thinking I know, but hopefully they are true.
Best of luck guys!
Jb_flyer - thanks for your encouraging comments
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Miss Pam Ann,
Sorry to hear that you're leaving. I hope everything works out for you, best of luck for your future!
I'm off to the final stage tomorrow, short notice phone call this morning, so I guess this it.
I'll let you all know how I go.
If any ppruners are there give me a wave hello.
Sorry to hear that you're leaving. I hope everything works out for you, best of luck for your future!
I'm off to the final stage tomorrow, short notice phone call this morning, so I guess this it.
I'll let you all know how I go.
If any ppruners are there give me a wave hello.
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Iguanahead is pleased to announce that she is off to Jetstar at the end of the month.
Thankyou to all the crew on here who have been informative and supportive throughout the process. I am very grateful to all of you for helping me through, I'm sure without you all it would have been a different outcome.
I've been practising my "Lets Fly Jetstar" song already and can't wait to see you all up there in the very near future.
It'll be nice to be back in the sky.
Thankyou to all the crew on here who have been informative and supportive throughout the process. I am very grateful to all of you for helping me through, I'm sure without you all it would have been a different outcome.
I've been practising my "Lets Fly Jetstar" song already and can't wait to see you all up there in the very near future.
It'll be nice to be back in the sky.
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THATS GREAT NEWS IGUANA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I knew it would happen for you, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
You will have to keep us informed about how you are going,don't be a stranger!!
Where will you be based??
Cheers
wg
I knew it would happen for you, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
You will have to keep us informed about how you are going,don't be a stranger!!
Where will you be based??
Cheers
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Thanks waiting_game, as usual your encouragement is very much appreciated, you're a gem. Can you believe it's finally happened? It's all a bit of a blur.
I'll be SYD based, so very happy about that, although the training destination is yet to be confirmed. Its for the 28th of Feb. and depends on the numbers from each state as to where it will be held.
If anyone's going for final meet and greet interview, it was great fun so just enjoy. I met some really lovely pepople from the company and other applicants, it made me want to join even more!
Let's hope we hear some more good news from the pprune site.
Good luck everybody!
I'll be SYD based, so very happy about that, although the training destination is yet to be confirmed. Its for the 28th of Feb. and depends on the numbers from each state as to where it will be held.
If anyone's going for final meet and greet interview, it was great fun so just enjoy. I met some really lovely pepople from the company and other applicants, it made me want to join even more!
Let's hope we hear some more good news from the pprune site.
Good luck everybody!