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Propellerhead 3rd Oct 2007 18:47

Snowy Owl,

I guess the final number will depend on the number of people that Bond would like to interview, but it may also vary slightly by the quality of candidates. I don't think Oxford will want to send forward any candidates who they doubt have the ability or motivation to succeed. On the other hand if the standard is very high they may want to send a larger selection for Bond to make the final selection on. Just my guess really.

If you think that 48 went for stage 2 and there are 12 places then 1 in 4 are actually really good odds. Out of the 48 you might be surprised at how few have done really well at everything, so being a bit weak in one area might not finish someone's chances. Good Luck.

Brilliant Stuff 3rd Oct 2007 19:04

And they are actively going after other Police contracts.

Fully Coupled 3rd Oct 2007 20:35

Bravo 73 yes I am a current Bond Offshore Pilot.

I applaud you trying to give the wannabees the reality of the industry. The successful candidates are going to be in for a tough 18 months or so. The standards are high, just as they are in all three companies up here, and they are going to have to go throuh all the hurdles and pressures that most of us have had to do to get where we are.


You are right that Bond Offshore is growing, slow but sure, and it is a good company to work for. I personally am impressed with the people that I work with from support staff through groundcrew, engineers and pilots. It is a good work environment. There are grumbles like anywhere else but generally I believe most are happy with their lot.

Snowy Owl I wish you the best in your endevours but I would say listen to CHCoffshore. We experienced pilots may not have better apptitude and handling of the aircraft than an 18 year old from Hertfordshire, but we could probably show you a thing or two.

Bravo73 3rd Oct 2007 20:51


Originally Posted by Fully Coupled (Post 3616342)
Bravo 73 yes I am a current Bond Offshore Pilot.

In that case, I'm sure that you won't mind answering the various wannabes' questions on what to expect from life as a Bond Offshore pilot... :D:D:D


:ok:

snowy_owl 3rd Oct 2007 22:46


and handling of the aircraft than an 18 year old from Hertfordshire, but we could probably show you a thing or two.
I'm not saying you couldn't, i was trying to say that bond may be looking for people with a high aptitude to learn quicker and therefore be better for the company in the long run! - instead of hiring 12 people who already have CPL(h) but are set in their ways!

Whirlygig 3rd Oct 2007 22:53

Candidates with a CPL(H) were not eligible.

Cheers

Whirls

snowy_owl 4th Oct 2007 18:04


Candidates with a CPL(H) were not eligible.
Yeah, i was just replying to CHC&proud's question of why is bond doing it.

chcoffshore 4th Oct 2007 20:09

Set in their ways????????????????? Oh i suppose you can't teach an old dog new tricks!:mad: to you young man! Wake up...................You never stop learning or converting to more complicated aircraft once your in the offshore world.

snowy_owl 4th Oct 2007 21:21

:ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh:

subarup1 8th Oct 2007 12:54

Well that killed an interesting thread didn't it peeps, was enjoying picking up bits of info on Bond, and peoples opinions on this sponsorship.

Bravo73 8th Oct 2007 13:03

If you've got any questions about Bond, subarup1, don't be afraid to ask.

As you already know, there are a couple of current Bond pilots on this thread who might be able to help with your enquiries.

332mistress 8th Oct 2007 13:04

It has gone quiet on this thread - I wonder if some of the posters have had bad news. Shame if they had as it is a wonderful opportunity for the right guys to get a start in the industry.

332M

Bravo73 8th Oct 2007 13:05


Originally Posted by 332mistress (Post 3624902)
it is a wonderful opportunity for the right guys to get a start in the industry.

And girls, of course... ;)

snowy_owl 8th Oct 2007 13:12

Its just a waiting game now, i haven't heard anything since the two day selection at OAT!

I wonder what would be involved in the Bond interview, if they use the sim or whatever?!

332mistress 8th Oct 2007 14:20

Bravo 73

You know one thing that seems to be prevalent in the offshore industry is the derision that PC comments receive. We are a mature body of pilots and a comment such as "guys" we know refers to everybody!

We don't have the time or inclination to go down the route of refering to every gender persuasion be it be male/female/hetero/homo/trans gender or eunuch - they are all guys in this industry.

332M

Bravo73 8th Oct 2007 14:49

332mistress,

I wasn't doing it to be 'PC'.

I was doing it to save you getting a slap from either of the Whirlies or Blind (amongst others...). :ok:


Pity about your knee-jerk reaction though.




PS BTW, your 'audience' in this thread isn't other NS pilots.

buzz34 8th Oct 2007 15:50

332mistress,

Don't think any of the chaps that go to day 2 are expecting to find anything out final interview wise until Wednesday at the ABSOLUTE earliest, although most have an idea of how they've done so far!:bored:
I think we are all playing the waiting game, quielty praying! (I know I am!)

Whirlygig 8th Oct 2007 17:26

No slap from me! (unless you'd like one of course!) :} I'm big enough and beautiful enough to take it!!!

Actually, I didn't even notice and take the word "guys" to be all-encompassing! If I'm individually referred to as a bloke though, I tend to take exception on the basis that my profile makes it screamingly obvious which sex I am! :D

Cheers

Whirls

332mistress 8th Oct 2007 17:51

Hello Whirlygig

Glad you are not PC;) - guys is exactly as you say all encompassing as for your offer!

"No slap from me! (unless you'd like one of course!) "

! don't think the old ticker would last til my next class one medical if I took you up on it, but thank you for making me smile - and if I was a young co-pilot who knows:E

332M

Chukkablade 8th Oct 2007 21:37

It's been good going back and reading over this thread again, catching up on the trials and tribulations of those who made it, and those who didn't.

One thing is for sure though, after reading the training schedule the young lads(and laddesses) are going to go through, they better have their 'hard work' head on. They'll need it. This doesn't look like any walk in the park, not that I think anyone would think it was, and if you've only ever been in Uni and/or had a normal 9-5 job, you might find the work commitment needed over many months a bit overwhelming!

Brilliant scheme though. Bring on some more:O

snowy_owl 10th Oct 2007 15:57

anyone heard anything yet?!

mash240 10th Oct 2007 16:22

Ive had nothing :(

TAG2000 11th Oct 2007 08:29

hi guys,

I've been told that we will find out on Friday. Fingers crossed.

Tag

Bravo73 12th Oct 2007 16:05

Commiserations, Laggie. Keep your chin up and better luck next time.

snowy_owl 12th Oct 2007 16:06

Laggie - I'm really sorry to hear that!! :bored::bored: Selection was certainly tough at oxford, especially the personality profiling bit, i thought that'd catch me out!

Anyone else got an email yet, i just got mine a minute ago! Guess i'll be really begging the bankers for some money now! :sad:

snowy_owl 12th Oct 2007 17:08

That's a very good outlook laggie - best of luck with the career!

mash240 12th Oct 2007 17:23

Ive also had my email - wont be going thru to stage 3 :(

Have to say tho, it was a great experience.

I wouldnt have bought that lesson in a R22 if i hadnt of gone for it - now all I can think about is saving up for my next lesson in a robbie, not of a cessna :}

Laggie - unlucky mate

Snowy owl - well done

Btw laggie, which days did you attend oxford?

buzz34 12th Oct 2007 21:16

Bugger
 
Hey chaps, I also got the chop today:{
Kind of knew it was coming given my poor Physics score. Just so angry with myself as I know I could have done better, but was stupidly under-prepared on a few things.
Best of luck to those going through to final interviews!

nickyjsmith 14th Oct 2007 15:32

Hi All,
Got my email,didn't make it, there go my savings ! All the best to those who got to stage 3.

snowy_owl 14th Oct 2007 15:48

Well the majority of people who got through must be people who read this site and don't add to it!! :hmm:

I only know of one other person who got through, come on peeps, don't be shy!

nickyjsmith 14th Oct 2007 16:08

Snowy,

Yeh, people do seem to be a bit shy, i knew mine was an outside chance, as i'm an old git but i was pleased to have made it through stage 1.
I had already been to OAT so didn't need to attend,pitty because i didn't do as well as i could even though i passed, i should have done better.
I did much better at the RAF tests through GAPAN, the apptitude test's were much harder and more comprehensive there from a piloting point of view(no physics/math's test, which i got 100% on both). Have you applied for the RAF?

Let us know how you get on at Bond.

All the best,

Nick.

John Keynes 15th Oct 2007 16:51

Just out of curiosity, who does work for Bond if we have a question of two?

Bravo73 15th Oct 2007 17:06


Originally Posted by Fully Coupled (Post 3616342)
yes I am a current Bond Offshore Pilot.

So FC should be able to help...

Fully Coupled 15th Oct 2007 21:26

A few people have already been in contact with me and have been given the information requested. I am more than happy to supply anyone any info. I am away for a few days but will respond asp.

garn 16th Oct 2007 11:44

I was wondering if the guys who braved the bond sponsorship would be willing to give us an insight into what happend at each stage. things like exams and intereviews etc.
I think it would be a great help to people (and myself) who are looking at trying out for the May 2008 sponsorship.

Well done to all the people who have made it that step futher and i hope to see the people who didnt make it at the May 2008 attempt!:ok:

Pandalet 16th Oct 2007 12:06

Is there going to be another intake in May? I did contact OAT to ask whether there would be, and they said that it was a one-off.

Anyone have any further info?

mash240 16th Oct 2007 12:16

My understanding is that bond are taking on 12 pilots from this, 4 to start in January, 4 to start in May and 4 to start in September.

I dont think they are doing seperate assessments for each of the start dates.

Dont quote me on that though

Iain-M 16th Oct 2007 12:26

I failed day 1 of stage 2 (aptitude tests). I have since written and asked what the situation is and was told Bond don't yet know how many pilots they are going to take from this selection. I'm guessing they would try and take as many as possible though.

Garn- day 1 at stage 2 is aptitude tests. You spend either the morning or afternoon at OAT and call at 5pm to find out if you're through to day 2 or not. Aptitude includes a maths paper, physics paper, using a joy stick and rudder pedals, memory task, multi tasking test and personality questionnaire. Can't help you with day 2 but i'm sure someone else will.

All the best if you decide to go for it, it certainly seems a great scheme. I wont be allowed to apply again so it's the self-sponsored route for me!

mash240 16th Oct 2007 12:47

Much to my disbelief, i passed the aptitude tests and did day 2.

Day 2 basically involves team exercises and group discussions followed by an informal interview.

At the end of the day they give you a debrief on how you've done overall and let you know weather or not they think you will get through to stage 3 (final interviews).

This obviously means that when you get your confirmation by email you already have a pretty good idea of what its going to say.

Taffer 16th Oct 2007 16:24

The Stage 2 testing was run by OAT - there are PLENTY of posts on the sponsorship forums about what it involves. The only difference with the Bond selection was the removal of the sim ride from the assessment - still £195 for the pleasure though!

For those who've done any military selection, it's like OASC, or AIB/RCB and Aptitude testing compressed into 2 days, only with less shouting and physical activity.

I'll be heading up to the Granite City for Stage 3, after stopping off at the bank to rob it, err, I mean discuss loan options. :}


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