Qantas - It's started !
 

Hi Everyone,

Friend of mine a fluent German speaker got a call from QF this morning - 15 minute phone interview !!! This is the first stage of the new recruitment process. Cust serv questions and confirmation of personal details, he was advisded by QF that he will hear from them via email to say if he will proceed to the next stage which is an interview. He only lodged his application on thursday night via staff cv and got called this morning ! :eek:

Looks like they are searching for language speakers first (which is logical )

Anyone else been called yet ?

CB

Hi Guys
A friend of mine with no 2nd language was called this morning on his mobile at around 1000hrs.The interview went for almost 15mins.They asked about customer service skills and being a team player. After this they said they would advise him in about a month via email if he progressed to the next stage...........
Hope this is of help !!!!!!!
Airtart

I was also called this afternoon and asked similar customer service and team related questions. Like airtart stated it lasted for about 15 mins. I was told to expect an email through staff cv if I was to progress to the next stage. Good luck everyone.

I forgot to mention I also do not pocess a 2nd language.

does anyone know for the people who were called for phone interviews ( the non language speaking ones ) if their surnames begin with letters from the start of the alphabet ?

I'm trying to now work out who they are calling next after the language speakers ! I wonder why internal applicants have not been called ?

What type of teamwork questions ?

It seems everyone is being told they will find out in 4 weeks time, they are not letting anyone know if they are successful.

Well.....there doesn't seem to be any system to the calls - I too was called Tues morn and am a basic language speaker......but have friends who aren't and haven't heard anything.....was asked identical questions to everyone else....

Anyone know how many ppl are going to receive the "call?" Obviously, not EVERYONE who applied will get a call?? How many through to the next round?? Questions....questions..!!

Good luck guys!!
:cool:

I am thinking that there is a "system" as such. Probably about as relevant as that at Brittania's. with their maths test (but that's life I guess).
They no doubt are using sophisticated, computer software to sift through the psychometric test replies to find persons who match the profile defined by the (edited) HR/Psych professionals who of course know exactly what an ideal flight attendant is??????? Of course, as well as having whatever experience/education is deemed to be relevant as well!
Good luck in the great Qantas lottery for 2002!

Edited... just because you, Notso, do not fully understand the methods employed by Psych/HR professionals in assessing and applying selection criteria, does not mean they should be subject to abuse. Perhaps if you were to research slightly the history, and application of such techniques, you might realise the benfits to both employer and industry. After all, it is easy to be critical of that which we do not understand but are subjected to; it is much harder to see it's worth objectively.

Every airline and major company round the planet uses psychometric profiling, mind you, in some shape or form, so perhaps they know something you don't?

Sick Squid
CC Forum Moderator


Hmmmm... a bit "testy" there sick squid I think. Maybe you missed the underlying lightheartedness of my post as I certainly had no particular desire to denigrate that most noble of professions, psychiatry.

I do however think it is a bit of a broad sweep btw for you to proclaim that, "Every airline and major company round the planet uses psychometric profiling, mind you, in some shape or form, so perhaps they know something you don't?"
I would venture that this simply is not the case at all?

Anyway, sincere apologies to those who were offended by my apparent offensiveness!

cabinboy my surname starts with the initial D if thats any clue. I know one thing for sure, they're not choosing candidates based on the photograph submitted...lol. By the way I was an F/A with Ansett from 1989. :)

yer i know of a few people that have know received calls...good luck to everyone...if u dont get a call its cool..wasnt meant to be right now....

cheers :)

Hey nickmelb. I got a feeling its your time.
Good luck
:) :D :p :) :D

someone else i know got a call today also ;) he was told that they have been trying to call him for a couple of days now.

The people doing the calls do not work for QF ,they are a contracted HR company doing the initial screening. They tell everyone they will find out in 4 weeks time.

Yeah right!
 

I think this is unbelievable! This 1st stage selection process is absurd! What about if your are happily on the loo, laying whatever you have to lay, when suddenly your mobile rings? :D
How can you frankly give an answer to questions about customer service in such a situation?? I think serious companies should not adopt such chippy ways of selecting people. Leave that stuff to companies like Flight Center for God sake!
Well, for me it's too late (or too early) anyway...

Good luck friends from Oz!

Mrs. FloatJockey

I applied on line on the 6 Nov, got called 13 Nov around 1200 for the usual set of Q's. They asked Q's re RSA Certificate and First Aid (didn't they read my application??? I said yes!)

I'm Language Spk (not fluent) and have prev F/A experience.

Not sure if there is a pattern developing.

yeeeha !

( just going off topic for this post ! )






Latest News
Morrissey To Outfit Qantas Staff
SYDNEY, 13 November 2002

Qantas today announced that Australian fashion designer Peter Morrissey had been selected to design new uniforms for its domestic and international Cabin Crew and ground staff.

Qantas Executive General Manager Sales and Marketing John Borghetti said the process of selecting a designer, which began in February this year when the airline sought expressions of interest from eight Australian designers, had been intensive.

"Our staff are the face of Qantas and the way they look is very important to us and to our customers, so it is a process to which we gave a lot of attention," he said.

"The design brief was to provide a modern, attractive and functional uniform, suitable for a premium airline operating in both domestic and international arenas.

"Our uniforms must be contemporary and stylish, but they also must be up to the challenge of the very active work our flight attendants and ground staff perform. Durability, flexibility and comfort are crucial.

"Morrissey's interpretation of the design brief was very exciting. We are looking forward to launching the uniform towards the middle of next year," he said.

Peter Morrissey said: "It is a great honour and thrill to have my Morrissey fashion brand chosen by such a legendary Australian icon. My uniforms reflect the airline's modern attitude with a distinctive Australian edge."

The current Qantas uniforms were introduced in 1994.

Issued by Qantas Public Affairs (2819)

lozza2002

how did u know? or was it just a guess???:p

nickmelb
I'm presuming you got the call. Feel free to PM if you like.

lol....only 1/2 the quote came out

LH interviews
 

Just wondering if anyone has heard when the interview dates will be held for the recent positions advertised. I heard rumours ( yes more rumours) that they will not be held untill after Christmas.

Also heard that there is no start date in mind. Everyone that is successful will only be on a "waiting/hold" list.

Does anyone know the truth? Sharing it with us pruners will be much appreciated.


;)

cloud nine

I was told to expect an email if successful in about 4 weeks. That will be around mid Dec so I think after xmas would be a good bet

Nojacket.... nice one!
 

Good post! I agree with your sentiments, it is indeed encouraging to read posts laden with such enthusiasm!

I personally know a few Brits who left BA to join QF and they have loved it. Have you ever thought of giving it a bash yourself?

It often seems a shame to me that with airline cross-ownership and/or commercial alliances being commonplace these days, that there isn't greater opportunity to do temporary transfers to affiliates. After all BA has a hefty slice of QF and surely there are benefits to employers in some cross-pollenation?

Biscuit Chucker,

No, I haven't done the UNSW Proficiency Test and probably wouldn't get the required Level 4 at this stage. Have 2nd year Uni level for one language and private tutoring for previous nine months for another language.

Not wanting to fly Short Haul though.

what about you?

qf stuff
 

hey guys and girls

any ideas how many ppl are being called? just be good to know I guess..

anyone want to take a guess at how many people applied? 5000 maybe?

interesting stuff

cheers

nick:p

Hi Nick
 

staff cv told me OVER 3700 applicants, although I dont know how many they ended up calling.

Have any 'internals' been contacted yet or is it just 'externals' at this stage???

Cheers,


Shaggs :D

3700!
 

only 3700? thats not that many! i wouldve thought that around 10000 people would have applied....

interesting......:p

A.A. interviewed 900 Nick... and it was a new airline... Still 3700 is an aweful lot! ... but if you're thinking about leaving sunny Melbourne and join me here, under your EU passport, to look for a job... I can offer you a place to crash and a bowl of soup! :D

Mmmmmuah!

Floaty Floaty! :p

Qantas phone interview..
 

Hi,
I just got a call this morning and thought person conducting interview was pleasant and easy going,I was particularly relieved and pleased that she asked me if it was a good time to talk and because I was at work offered to call back at a time chosen by me.It then gave me an oppurtunity to think and prepare more without being taken by surprise in an awkward place such as work,noisy etc.
It sounds like all people have been asked same 6 questions and notification in 1 month.they did ask about my second language eventhough it is not qf preferred.
Good-luck to all and heres hoping you all get a call!!:)

floaty
 

might take u up on that offer floaty!

minestone soup pls!

:p

Biccy Chucker,

I have a feeling miss shagwell is referring to internal applications - i.e - ground staff, reservations staff etc etc not cabin crew on the waitlist.

FYI shaggy - I have numerous friends in QF who have applied internally, they have all had to follow the same process as us but none of my contacts have been called.

It seems as though EVERYONE who applied to QF has received a call.

cabinboy
 

heya cabinboy

i know a lotta ppl that still havent got calls...but then again they may get called 2moro who knows

I have been called (Internal)
 

Hi everyone, long time since I posted on this forum.

Anyway... I just wanted to let you all know that I am an internal QF staff member, and believe it or not…was called upon today by a pleasant young lady with English accent.

I didn’t feel pressured at all. The questions were pretty much what we should all be use to by now.

One thing I did do however… was ask the interviewer questions.

E.g. how was your day? Your fingers must be numb from all of the typing… etc.etc

Believe it or not... we had a little conversation, which really did help break the ice; not that any needed breaking, but was great nevertheless.

Guys and girls.... all the best with you applications!


Good luck!


Doohan
:D :D :D :D

Waiting
 

Not sure whether this Q has already been addressed but I seem to be getting a lot of questions regarding Staffcv's psychometric profile. It's just a bit of bull!!!! they came up with off their own bat to make their paying customers feel as though they're actually receiving value for money and NOT a part of the QF recruitment process.

There you go, for those that may have been wondering, you can tick that off the to do list and go back to more important things like revising scenarios for when the time comes to tell QF how wonderful we all, no doubt, are!:)

Good luck!
 

Hi all

I received "the call" last week as well. Such a relief!!

Doohan - my interview was very similar to yours... had a bit of a friendly chat etc. I think we might have even had the same person!

Anyway, just out of curiosity what did most people apply for - LH, SH or both?

Does anyone have any answers to Cloud Nines previous question?

All the best everyone and fingers crossed that we get thru to the next stage!!

Cheers
vdd:D :D

VDD, I applied for S/H.

Goodluck with the next stage... keep my fingers crossed!

:) :) :)

hey
will it be a problem if i apply the post of cabin crew of QF??? well..i do speak fluent mandarin and cantonese and english.... but i live in hong kong :(

moreover how to apply for the post?

Hi Dejvu,
You can apply through the website www.staffcv.com however you must hold a Australian Passort or have Resident Visa .

oh then it is kinda difficult i dont have both things

will they consider to get me a work permit or something ??

has anyone received their email as yet? Or any other form of correspondnace? Does anyone know where the interveiws were conducted from? SYD? MEL? and who is the HR organisation that has the QF contract??

Qantas-It's started
 

Hi guys,

I, like alot of others, am still waiting to recieve that phone call. I have had 2 friends that have already been called(both on tues) and am hoping i will be next. Sounds like they have alot to get through and will just have to be patient. The suspense is killing me though. Would be greatful to hear from anyone else in the same boat. Pvt mess me if you like.
Regards
flightboi

calls
 

anyone know if they are still calling people?

I know several internal ground staff who have also had their first interview over the phone, so they are also covering the internals in this round as well.