Tips on Passing Filter Interview for WSOp?

[cozzarockery]

Hope this is right Forum!

Hi, Im 18 and just signed up for WSOp in the RAF.

Due for my presentation on 15th september and I'm wondering if any of you guys have any tips to get me through the filter interview. What will I definately need to know and learn apart from Planes flown by the RAF, Which Squadrons and Where they are stationed if anything!? I've heard mixed reviews on how harsh it is so I am also wanting to know what are the chances of actually passing the filter interview.

Any help appreciated

THANKS!!!

[alwayslookingup]

Right Forum, sort of.

Plenty of people here to help, but best to look at the second thread from top, "OASC Candidates....." first. You should find answers/contacts there.

Good luck.

[Pontius Navigator]

AP, true, to a point, but a little harsh I think. His first post is much better than a few 'graduates' that have posted here.

OK, be snart in what ever you are wearing. This is just an initial filter but if you are keen, clean, smart and tidy, you will create a good impression from the start.

[mugwuffin]

"Multiple exclamation marks are just wrong, as is missing the apostrophe at the start of your post. The little things will trip you up as easy as the big things.

Even just using a spell checker on the PC prior to posting on here would show a little more attention to detail, and that's important."

my advice? for what its worth dont listen to cretins/pedants about your spelling on an internet forum. if you end up in the back of a 2 rotor cab in afghanistan you will be right at the front line with a minigun within 2 years. ncaitc is also harder than iot. have a good answer to the question what do you plan to do if we dont give you the job. and finally relax. im not 100% about any differences between the o and the a bit of oasc, but the interview is really the only thing you can affect. be as prepped as possible and enjoy!

[enginesuck]

In which circumstances do young SNCO aircrew write airmen's annual appraisals ? Ive never heard of this, in fact I have often wondered why ab initio aircrew have to be NCO's.

[akula]

Enginesuck,

Once an initial flying tour is complete NCO aircrew types generally do a ground tour of some description, many of these entail reporting responsibility.

With regards as to why aircrew are NCO's, you need to pay the right amount to attract the right candidates and the level of responsibility is deemed to require SNCO's at the very least.

ALWAYS assume NEVER check

[Sempre 206]

...Due for my presentation on 15th september...

Firstly
Be aware of the significance of 15th September

Good Luck

[Tiger_mate]

The interview starts the moment your name is called out by the uniformed gentleman by the double doors. Learn how to stand up, walk head held high and shake the geezers hand; without looking like your missing a coke can to kick en-route. The arms of the chairs are good for removing sweat as you depart the seat. Relax as soon as you are able whilst maintaining your guard in answering questions. If you lie you will almost certainly be found out. If they get you into an argument be prepared to stand you ground to a point, whilst 'understanding' or 'respecting' their point of view. Practice interviews are a sound investment in your time even if it for a (real) job you have no intention of ever wanting. Good Luck & polish your shoes.

[cozzarockery]

I agree on the spelling and punctuatiuon it was rather late at night . Looking back I would agree on improvements!

Thanks 'alwayslookingup' I will check out the thread.

Also 'Tiger_mate' I will adopt the sweat on chair technique. Brilliant.

Thanks for all the advice.

[muppetofthenorth]

If you can't find every morsel of information you desire between the stickied thread at the top of this forum and the information contained in here then I'll eat my hat. And I don't have an hat.

[c130jbloke]

And here we go again

[airborne_artist]

Helibloke - try reading Immediate Response - Tales from the Chinook Frontline and then report back.

[500days2do]

SNCO Aircrew

Best job in the airforce...a job that has to earned and respected.

All the best in your application.

5d2d

[charliegolf]

Even as a young SNCO, you would be writing career defining reports on junior airmen,

I didn't in 8 years of service. I've never heard of an aircrew sergeant (a fit one) having a ground tour as a second tour either.

CG

[The Old Fat One]

Charlie Golf

First tour - Nimrods
Second tour Int/Ops - I was first RO to one of the Int Clerks.

Both jobs I was a Sergeant. B cat on first tour and 3 hour marathon runner (so I guess I was fit - then, not now!)

Agree with C130Jbloke re why are SNCO Aircrew SNCO's?

Yawn, yawn, play another song.

[charliegolf]

TOFO: I stand corrected.

Could it be that we Puma crewmen were so hard to find, and then train to a pinnacle of professionalism, that we just could not be spared?

That's the party line for the Wessex boys anyway

CG

[163627]

Passing the interview.

I agree completely with AP's post. My organisation operates a "first paper sift" policy when selecting new recruits. This involves a member of our recruitment team going through each application and just checking the punctuation, spelling and grammar. Too many errors and its automatic rejection regardless of the content. Is this a reasonable policy? I say yes it is, our staff (as in many organisations) are required to write letters and reports to many individuals and organisations outside our own; thus their ability to write clearly following the rules of correct English reflects directly on the organisation. If an individual cannot make the effort to get things right on their application form, do we really what them? The answer is no we don't.

[OKOC]

163627--Quote "If an individual cannot make the effort to get things right on their application form, do we really what them? The answer is no we don't."

Nice one 163627-great attention to detail--did you pass your selection interview?

[163627]

Passing the interview.

Point well made, I shouldn't have tried to make a post sitting in an armchair with a glass of red wine in one hand and an attention seeking Westie siting on my lap! However, I stand by my post, do not expect to get too far in a selection if you do not (like me) use the spell checker.

[OKOC]

163627--your point is well-made and still stands, I was only being a little naughty; have a good weekend--yo dude.