Virgin Atlantic Master thread volume 2
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Cotswolds, UK
Likely Training Dates?
Hi all - as a newbie I've been trawling this thread reading the very useful info - thanks to all.
I have submitted my electronic CV on the VS website and will be holding my breath like many others to see if I manage to hook an interview. One of my concerns though is that I'm unlikely to be available to start any new job until Aug (that's the soonest I can shed the military shackles!!).
Anyone out there know when VS would start training for the current batch of FOs they're trying to recruit? Am I likely to be out of the running if for no other reason than my availability?
I have submitted my electronic CV on the VS website and will be holding my breath like many others to see if I manage to hook an interview. One of my concerns though is that I'm unlikely to be available to start any new job until Aug (that's the soonest I can shed the military shackles!!).
Anyone out there know when VS would start training for the current batch of FOs they're trying to recruit? Am I likely to be out of the running if for no other reason than my availability?
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Cotswolds, UK
Thanks BR. I guess it will vary considerably then, depending on immediacy of the requirement, availability of sim slots, etc, etc. Best I just sit tight like everyone else and keep my fingers crossed. Like so many other things, being in the right place at the right time is essential...
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From: terraced mews.
Interview
Anyone had any response from Virgin regarding interview? Also whats the current interview process? Heard there was a maths test, what kind of maths test is this and any good ref's to prepare/practice? Cheers!!
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From: On the end of a telephone
Virgin banner advert here on PPRUNE but website says not recruiting?
Hi all
Trying to apply to Virgin, they have a banner ad running here right now so I presume they're recruiting - but when you follow the link, and try to submit an application under job type 'pilot' it just says there are no vacancies and thank you for your interest
Can anyone shed some light on the correct way to find the online application procedure?
Trying to apply to Virgin, they have a banner ad running here right now so I presume they're recruiting - but when you follow the link, and try to submit an application under job type 'pilot' it just says there are no vacancies and thank you for your interest
Can anyone shed some light on the correct way to find the online application procedure?
Joined: May 2005
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From: Penzance, Penzance.
If I remember rightly, their online applications were only open for a few weeks, I think they closed on the 12th March?
Also, I still could not find a way to update details, of hours etc at a later date
?
I did send an E-mail to Gemma on the old EM Address that Janine used to have but I only got an automated reply.
Also, I still could not find a way to update details, of hours etc at a later date
?I did send an E-mail to Gemma on the old EM Address that Janine used to have but I only got an automated reply.
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From: guess where
Tory
Go http://gs19.globalsuccessor.com/fe/t...p?newms=INFO75
And on the left-hand side you'll find a menu prompt "update my details".
Works fine for me
W_G_U
Go http://gs19.globalsuccessor.com/fe/t...p?newms=INFO75
And on the left-hand side you'll find a menu prompt "update my details".
Works fine for me
W_G_U
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From: Penzance, Penzance.
W_G_U
Brilliant! thanks for that, the update function works fine.
Not too sure whether it has been available all the time though.
I notice that it's adjacent to the Job alert button which I also signed up to.
I'm sure I would have noticed it earlier?
Thanks again.
Brilliant! thanks for that, the update function works fine.
Not too sure whether it has been available all the time though.
I notice that it's adjacent to the Job alert button which I also signed up to.
I'm sure I would have noticed it earlier?
Thanks again.
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Around the Globe...
Hello community! Has Virgin screened already? If not: when will they start? What is the procedure: do they call or write a letter? How many are going to be hired? Anyone an invitation yet? Good luck to everyone; I keep my fingers crossed...
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Yorkshire
Virgin Application
Do you only get a response from Virgin if you are lucky enough to get called for interview, I have had application in for a long time, updated regularly but no response, I know there must be lots of applications but it would be nice to receive a e-mail.
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Gloucestershire
I’m no expert, but having reasonably recently been through the selection process (Aug 06) this is what I know.
I am lead to believe that, from a couple of months ago, all CVs and applications will be formally replied to (unlike the system that was in place when I was applying). I understand that the HR team wish to reduce the plethora of CVs they have to a manageable pile. Bear in mind it is their intention to reply, whether they have the capacity to do that is anyone’s guess. I was advised to send a letter (on posh paper) accompanying my CV that ‘bigged me up’, now that they have gone to electronic CVs and applications, that may now be unacceptable, but it may be worth a try. I still believe that getting an interview with VA is the most difficult thing so it may pay to be a bit cheeky and ‘in their face’. At least it may get you noticed and get you an interview just to get you off their backs!
The selection day consisted of an interview (reasonably painless, with lots of touchy feely HR type questions) and a verbal reasoning and numerical reasoning test. Both tests were different from anything I have experienced before in the study that I had done to prepare for them. The verbal test was reasonably straight forward; however, the numerical one was an utter nightmare. I only finished half the paper and probably got halt the questions I completed wrong. There is no tech quiz.
Not sure much stock is put on the tests (I got the job), and it’s the interview that counts. Accordingly, the trick is to get yourself invited. As far as I am aware, VA are recruiting to refill the holding pool which is intended to be about 50 pilots strong.
Hope this helps, although things may have changed a bit since I went through the mill. Very worth the hassle though, great company and you will not be disappointed.
Best of luck.
I am lead to believe that, from a couple of months ago, all CVs and applications will be formally replied to (unlike the system that was in place when I was applying). I understand that the HR team wish to reduce the plethora of CVs they have to a manageable pile. Bear in mind it is their intention to reply, whether they have the capacity to do that is anyone’s guess. I was advised to send a letter (on posh paper) accompanying my CV that ‘bigged me up’, now that they have gone to electronic CVs and applications, that may now be unacceptable, but it may be worth a try. I still believe that getting an interview with VA is the most difficult thing so it may pay to be a bit cheeky and ‘in their face’. At least it may get you noticed and get you an interview just to get you off their backs!
The selection day consisted of an interview (reasonably painless, with lots of touchy feely HR type questions) and a verbal reasoning and numerical reasoning test. Both tests were different from anything I have experienced before in the study that I had done to prepare for them. The verbal test was reasonably straight forward; however, the numerical one was an utter nightmare. I only finished half the paper and probably got halt the questions I completed wrong. There is no tech quiz.
Not sure much stock is put on the tests (I got the job), and it’s the interview that counts. Accordingly, the trick is to get yourself invited. As far as I am aware, VA are recruiting to refill the holding pool which is intended to be about 50 pilots strong.
Hope this helps, although things may have changed a bit since I went through the mill. Very worth the hassle though, great company and you will not be disappointed.
Best of luck.
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From: Gloucestershire
VAA Interview
From what I remember, and in no particular order:
Why do you want to join Virgin? (No surprises there).
What’s going on in Virgin at the moment and is it different from its competitors?
How would you contribute to the profitability of the company?
Have you done anything to improve customer satisfaction in your last company (ie attempted to drop bombs more accurately etc).
Tell us about your best/worst day at work.
Do you need to be told when you have done a good job?
How do you gain job satisfaction?
How do you resolve conflict with a peer of superior?
How do you feel about being an FO for the next 8 or so years?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
What is your greatest weakness and what have you done about it?
How would your last boss describe you?
Those are the questions that stick in my mind. Interview was lead by a senior pilot with 2 HR people asking the majority of the questions. Interview followed by an informal buffet lunch.
Good luck.
Why do you want to join Virgin? (No surprises there).
What’s going on in Virgin at the moment and is it different from its competitors?
How would you contribute to the profitability of the company?
Have you done anything to improve customer satisfaction in your last company (ie attempted to drop bombs more accurately etc).
Tell us about your best/worst day at work.
Do you need to be told when you have done a good job?
How do you gain job satisfaction?
How do you resolve conflict with a peer of superior?
How do you feel about being an FO for the next 8 or so years?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
What is your greatest weakness and what have you done about it?
How would your last boss describe you?
Those are the questions that stick in my mind. Interview was lead by a senior pilot with 2 HR people asking the majority of the questions. Interview followed by an informal buffet lunch.
Good luck.
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From: UK
The description Cyrpus gives is very accurate - I had a Course lined up in Virgin for the not too distant future. Due to various reasons I decided not to join the company. 
What I can tell all of you who wish to join is that from what I experienced everyone I encountered at Virgin were seriously nice people. I have no doubt in my mind that they would have been a great company to work for.
What I can tell all of you who wish to join is that from what I experienced everyone I encountered at Virgin were seriously nice people. I have no doubt in my mind that they would have been a great company to work for.
