GSS recruiting
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Which is the CORRECT version and why are they so different??
Hmmm,........has anyone else noted that this latest ad (the flightglobal.com one) is markedly different than the earlier one by sister magazine, Flight International? In three, separate areas and which may affect certain candidates' eligibility.
The original ad said: Valid CAA/JAA ATPL; Preference will be given to pilots with Jet Airline experience and Previous applicants are requested to re-apply. I believe this is also the exact same description on GSS's website under vacancies.
Now, this flightglobal one gives the following twists: (other ATPLs considered); preference to type-rated pilots and Previous applicants should not re-apply.
BIG difference wouldn't you say? Almost sounds comical, that last statement. First you do, then you don't. And what about otherATPLs? Could that possibly be true and if so, which ones?
I guess Kim might know the answer but it's not that this is a small spelling or grammatical error; these are significant differences. Or maybe they simply didn't have much luck with their earlier ad and changed a few things.
Intriguing, none the less.......:hmmn
The original ad said: Valid CAA/JAA ATPL; Preference will be given to pilots with Jet Airline experience and Previous applicants are requested to re-apply. I believe this is also the exact same description on GSS's website under vacancies.
Now, this flightglobal one gives the following twists: (other ATPLs considered); preference to type-rated pilots and Previous applicants should not re-apply.
BIG difference wouldn't you say? Almost sounds comical, that last statement. First you do, then you don't. And what about otherATPLs? Could that possibly be true and if so, which ones?
I guess Kim might know the answer but it's not that this is a small spelling or grammatical error; these are significant differences. Or maybe they simply didn't have much luck with their earlier ad and changed a few things.
Intriguing, none the less.......:hmmn
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Let me clarify a couple of things....salary isn't the best but not terrible, pension is matchd by the company up to 9%, roster is quite flexible and trips can be long or short to suit lifestyle, 18 days days work per month, fixed schedule with little or no adhoc work.
The reason that very few leave GSS is that the time to command can be as low as 4-5 yrs, the Ts & Cs are good, approx 400hrs per year so not too labour intensive and most importantly its a great company to work for.
Not to mention a 747 400/-8 type rating.
The reason that very few leave GSS is that the time to command can be as low as 4-5 yrs, the Ts & Cs are good, approx 400hrs per year so not too labour intensive and most importantly its a great company to work for.
Not to mention a 747 400/-8 type rating.
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From what i heard from a current crewmember the issue is that it is undecided at this time how many of the -400F's are staying once the 3 -8F's are delivered. I believe they are currently playing it safe and recruiting on the basis that one of the -400F's will stay (4 aircraft fleet). However, it may turn out that 2 or even all 3 will stay and recruiting will increase.
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Morning all
Im just wondering if anyone has any further information on the recruitment progress ?
Does anyone know what the interview involes and how much notice you expect to receive if successful to be called for an interview ?
Does the lady in charge Kim reply to any emails ?
Im just wondering if anyone has any further information on the recruitment progress ?
Does anyone know what the interview involes and how much notice you expect to receive if successful to be called for an interview ?
Does the lady in charge Kim reply to any emails ?
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The 747-8 has possibly been delayed by Boeing so at the moment there are no firm delivery dates. Also no one yet knows for certain how many of the 744's are staying once the -8's start to arrive. From what I understand, recruitment beyond those already offered positions is on hold for the moment.
The 787 is suffering more delays (delivery should have started in 2008) so perhaps Boeing are pulling out the stops to get that into service as a first priority.
Apumps, there is at least one full course going through (ie non type rated). Not too sure about numbers.
The 787 is suffering more delays (delivery should have started in 2008) so perhaps Boeing are pulling out the stops to get that into service as a first priority.
Apumps, there is at least one full course going through (ie non type rated). Not too sure about numbers.
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GSS recruitment
Atila,
I was invited for an interview back in May and subsequently offered a place in the hold pool pending clarification of GSS's pilot requirements. As I understand it, the 3 existing 400s will be replaced by 3 747-8s. There may be work for some of the current 400s but that is by no means certain. If contracts are found for the 400s, then there will be a requirement for more pilots.
I believe they have interviewed sufficient into the hold pool to cover that eventuality. The situation is far from clear.
I was invited for an interview back in May and subsequently offered a place in the hold pool pending clarification of GSS's pilot requirements. As I understand it, the 3 existing 400s will be replaced by 3 747-8s. There may be work for some of the current 400s but that is by no means certain. If contracts are found for the 400s, then there will be a requirement for more pilots.
I believe they have interviewed sufficient into the hold pool to cover that eventuality. The situation is far from clear.
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The big hold up at the moment is the lack of a delivery date for the 747 - 8.
Having said that, difference courses have been running for a few weeks now so some news may be imminent.
The last lot of new entrants are currently undergoing training. There are some more being placed in the hold pool in the eventuality that one or more of the -400's stay.
Still a number of type rated guys and gals amongst the new entrants. Quite a number of retirements over the next two to three years plus a handful leaving for pastures new which is why the recruitment has been ongoing.
Things will become a lot clearer when delivery dates for the -8's are firmed up.
And that is as much as anyone knows or is admitting to.
Having said that, difference courses have been running for a few weeks now so some news may be imminent.
The last lot of new entrants are currently undergoing training. There are some more being placed in the hold pool in the eventuality that one or more of the -400's stay.
Still a number of type rated guys and gals amongst the new entrants. Quite a number of retirements over the next two to three years plus a handful leaving for pastures new which is why the recruitment has been ongoing.
Things will become a lot clearer when delivery dates for the -8's are firmed up.
And that is as much as anyone knows or is admitting to.
