ANYTHING having to do with Emirates Applications
 

Emirates Brisbane/Perth Open Day
 

Hey Guys,

Just wanted to hear back from those in Brisbane and Perth about the Open Days that Emirates held on the 05th and 10th of November. I'm sure someone from this forum attended.

Was it worth going or simply a Open Day where they accepted peoples resumes??

Look forward to hearing about your experiences

Cheers

SocialFlyer

Emirates Application/Admin Process???
 

Hi guys,

New to the board and just wanting to know something about the Emirates selection process?

OK I recieved an email from them approx. a week ago stating "you have not been shortlisted please apply again in 6 months" this was 2 days prior to the LHR Open Days advertised online and oon various www job boards. On the morning of the LHR Open Day, circumstances made it impossible for me to attend this Open Day so I missed this opportunity.

However, there are other open days in Manchester later this month on different dates. I am wondering...... If I attended either of these open days will they have a record of my application and "thanks but no thanks letter/reference"?? That was my first attempt at applying for Emirates online and I wished I had professional photos loaded. So I think that counted agaisnt me.

So does anyone know if I would be able to slip through this and show the recruitment officers exactly what I have on offer and sell myself within the interview?? This is really all I want to do and if I try and attend these interview it can be fairly ££££ for accommodation, car hire etc.... I would really like to hear from anyone who has been in a similar situation or can tell me that you definatly dont need an "invitation" to attend an Open day - as I have read elsewhere?

Thanks for reading this - if you have gotten this far I really appreciate it :)


PaulE

I would go along if I was you, I attended an open day a few weeks back and have had a call asking me to come back for an interview in 2 weeks. I too applied online months ago and have heard absolutely nothing. Like you said before I thought it was worth going along so that they could see what I had to offer, online applications don't always give them a true picture!

Another piece of advice, I arrived at 0730 for a 0900 start and was prob about no.200 in the queue! By 0830 there were so many people I think they may have turned some away. Make sure your CV is professional and put your d.o.b on it, I didn't and they had to write it on! Also take a head shot and full length pic, although it states on the website they just want a passport pic, I have noticed in magazine adverts that they ask for both.

Anyway good luck I've got my fingers crossed x

Honestly I don't really think that the photo matters a lot, despite what is mentioned on this forum.

When I applied I sent them a really crappy picture (at that time I hadn't read these forums yet), it was just a holidaypic, my hair loose, wairing jeans, hands in my pocket,... but they invited me to an interview months later (unfortunatly I was not selected).

Hope this helps a bit...

Breaking a contract with Emirates
 

I was just wondering if anybody could tell me what happens if you break the 3 year contract with Emirates Airlines? Is there a fee you have to pay or anything like that??

Thanks in advance! :)

A friend of mine did her six months then left and I don't think she had to pay anything. Have you got a job with them? I have my interview coming up!

Hi sarah,

friends of mine have left after only afew months employment, and have'nt paid any Bond, but they told 'E' that they weren't happy, and that staying would make them even more unhappy - which would effect their customer service and performance!

If it's not for you or are unhappy, tell them!

They know working out there is'nt for everyone!

How long have you worked for them - when do you start with BA?

JB737:)

This information should be written on your contract.

Thanks for the info everyone! :) I don't actually work for EK, but I've got an interview with them on Monday, and I figure that the contract questions isn't appropriate for the interview...lol :)

Not an Interview...

Walk in interview:suspect:
hehehe

Ranjha

An Interview's an interview, whether it be walk in or invited. Go for it Sarah!

See you there!!!

Emirates Lhr
 

Hi to all Ppruners!

Well I have some great news. I was invited to an interview at LHR on tuesday, and was successful in getting through the whole day. I had a final interview on Wed and now have to wait four to five weeks to find out if I have the job! I can't believe it. There were around 65 invited and only 8 of us lucky ones got through.

So I thought I would write a bit about the day and some neccessary advice for all you going to the EK open days and/or invited interviews.

Firstly, this was my third attempt. I have been to two other open days. Believe it or not I had the same recruitment lady for the third time - Danielle from Dubai. She is a fantastic lady but scared the hell out of me on Tuesday. I thought because she recognised me I was a gonner!

Anyhow when I got to my final interview she informed me that the only reason I didn't get through before - is because I was not 21!! So there you have it - you DO need to be 21 to be selected.

The day pretty much went as so:
1. filled in survey sheet with a question on it about customer service
2. watched EK video and asked questions
3. did group sessions
4. eliminations
5. did 2 more group sessions
6. eliminations and hand out final interviews
7. fill in pyschological questionere

next day: final interviews

the day was wonderful, very informative - but at the same time - very stressful. You must come prepared.

You must come dressed in a highly presentable manner - ladies knee length skirt - hair tied back, minimum jewellery. You must have 2 professional photos. these are needed at final interview. one head and shoulder - long hair back for ladies with big smile, and full length shot - normal size photo. These MUST be properly done and must be taken at the same time. head and shoulders must be taken straight on, full length - they must be able to see hands and legs for females. these photos are send to dubai and seen by the "senior" management of emirates. you can be turned down if you dont take the time to get them done properly.

Also come prepared with your passport. they will need a photocopy if you are successful in getting a final interview.

The key is - not to be seen to be stressed! You must relax, be yourself and smile. Don't be too quiet - don't be too loud. get involved in conversation.

Ok well if there is anything anyone would like to know - please ask. It is easier to get through the day knowing how to prepare. Lets just hope I am successful after this!! :)

Bye

craic1510 :ok:

Hey craic, that's cool of you :ok:

Thanks, that's invaluable to all the EK wannabees! :)

thanx
 

Thanx. I nearly forgot about my photos. I need to go get those done. My interview with Emirates is the 24th in Sydney. Anyone else going to be there?
Craic- my 3rd time too. Lets hope third time lucky for both of us!

Congrats!!!
 

Hi Craic,

Congrats !!!..all ur efforts made it thru!!..well, Im waiting for the open day held here in Singapore on the 15th Nov...dont have any idea at all how's its going to be like....btw, abt weight n height, does it really matter???....This is going to be my 4th time, n feeling rather tensed!hehehehe...once again, congrats! n good luck!


Cheers

Emirates
 

Very impressed with everyone's efforts. I too put my heart and soul into getting the job I now have or well am starting.

I tried for Emirates in March and didn't get past the second stage and now after going for my interview 3 weeks ago am sitting in a cafe in Dubai.

Keep at it.;)

Hmm, well I'm only 20, do you think there's no chance of them hiring me??? I hope not. :(

congrats craic1510,
i have gone through the previous discussions regarding emirates interviews in this forum. specifically,
1) i would like to know what were the topics for discussion and whether there was any other group exercise other than the discussion. (like u r given a couple of objects and asked to build something useful and stuff like that).
2) the general atmosphere of your discussion. heated debate, the boss attitude etc....
3) the interview- are they based on the test results along with other questions or formal interview?

i attended their open day held in dubai and did the english test. was asked to wait as they had a large number of candidates. was told to expect a call within 10 days, if i am successful:uhoh: , for further tests. the test was ok so am expecting a call. hope it comes pretty soon. ie the reason why i would like to know more about the next round, as i have been told to come well prepared.

thanks in advance

AI1 :ok:

Hi! Ok lets see what I can do...

The group exercises we did consisted of these questions (but they do change!):
1. you are creating a new civilisation either on earth or another planet of your choice. Pick 10 professionals to start the civilisation with
2. you have so many guys and girls from different nationalities and of different ages - match them up in pairs to share apartments with in dubai. discuss why.
3. there is a customer complaint about service recieved from a passenger. discuss the complaint and how you would respond to it.

The general atmosphere of the discussion is relaxed. The idea is that everyone gets to say something. no-one is wrong. you need to praise people for what they say and you must be "seen" to be listening. no interupting. sit up staright, and smile.

The final interview is based party on your answers in the pychological test as well as other scenario questions e.g. a time when you gave great customer service, a time when you had to say no to someone etc.

It is formal, but relax and pause between the question and giving an answer. show you are thinking about your answer.

To everyone that gets to the interview stage - just relax. If you are seen to be stressed and nervous - it won't help. Talk to others, make some friends. That way the day is fun and you can talk through the day with others.


About being 20 - I wouldn't say not go. Give it a shot. They do take people on after 21. That is the minimum age - but just going anyway and giving it a shot shows determination and you learn an awful lot about the company on the day. it is worthwhile just attending. Plus if after you tunr 21, you have the same interviewer, they will praise you for your determination anhd persistance.


Good luck to all. Keep trhowing the questions at me. I want to be of help to as many people as possible. We all should help eachother right?

craic1510 :ok: