RECRUITMENT 2011

[pumprescue]

Thanks MrT.... so where do the internal people get a chance at contesting a position?

Not set in concrete, has to be approved by all parties first.
And given it is different to the way Comms has 'always been' then it may take time to get it approved. Union will be the first one that will have something to say im sure

I wouldn't put your house on it not happening. Having said that there will still be room for those you mentioned.

Couldnt see the Union letting it happen. Comms is a nice place for people with long term injuries to go.

[triple j]

Anymore news from anyone about the March Drill Squad?  Is it still on the cards? anymore after that one?

[Timbo]

Anymore news from anyone about the March Drill Squad?  Is it still on the cards? anymore after that one?

from Previous Post:
Pat2 starts week of 13/2/2012, and squad 44 starts 26/3/2012.

Any more.....depends upon retirements, and EBA Negotiations (if the organisation can get more staff)

[triple j]

Thanks MrT, You are a hive of information! How long have you been in the service?

[JLS]

How is it all going Thor? Over half way now? Have you picked your preference for stations yet?

[Alan (Big Al)]

surely stations are set before the course starts?? i know one on the course was signed to a contract for a station for 5 yrs

[JLS]

surely stations are set before the course starts?? i know one on the course was signed to a contract for a station for 5 yrs

I could be wrong as I'm not on the course but I would think the only places which would be know would be the mount or pirie.

[pumprescue]

Metro stations are on a preference list, but you can only get in once their is a vacancy, country stations are always hard to fill so by putting your hand up it can help.

[Alan (Big Al)]

ah yeah it was a 5yr contract to pirie

[Timbo]

Thanks MrT, You are a hive of information! How long have you been in the service?

Just a couple of years.
Wish I had have done it years ago. I won't be moving on ever. The flexibility for time with my family is the single best thing about the shift work. I just wish the $'s were better, but then it ain't that bad.

[Monger]

Thanks MrT, You are a hive of information! How long have you been in the service?

Just a couple of years.
Wish I had have done it years ago. I won't be moving on ever. The flexibility for time with my family is the single best thing about the shift work. I just wish the $'s were better, but then it ain't that bad.

The money isnt bad for 3 months training then start on just under $60k. Money could be better but everyone knows the salary scale when they apply and there is the option to work a 2nd job to top it up. Awesome job.

As far as stations being set before drill squad, how can they give u a station before you have even passed?? Think the people who are marked to go to country are told "if u accept this offer, its more than likely you will be going to Pirie or Mt Gambier". In metro most people relieve for 2-3 years minimum before they are given a permanent station. Some people not permanent for 6/7 years depending on the waiting list at the station they want

[triple j]

How is everyone going on the Drill Squad? You Guys are coming close to the end?

[Moose]

Ferret it seems they may too busy to worry about chatting, I would suggest they finish around 16th Dec (if not then 23rd) then start work a day or 4 later depending on what shift they get

[Monger]

Ferret it seems they may too busy to worry about chatting, I would suggest they finish around 16th Dec (if not then 23rd) then start work a day or 4 later depending on what shift they get

They graduate on the 16th, if they are lucky enough to get through...

[flyonthewall]

They are starting their rotations now (-Split into groups and then rotated through different scenarios/excercises as crews), so they are roughly half way and a bit through.

[Moose]

I'd say well past half way, more like three quarters. Week 12 starts next week so only three weeks to go then they are firefighters... if they pass....

[Alan (Big Al)]

How many fail??

[Monger]

How many fail??

Not many. Usually none

[King Prawn Curry]

Does anyone have any suggestions regarding MR/HR licence?

I'm hoping to apply for the next selection process and haven't got my MR qualification yet.

Is it all much of a muchness? I've been quoted about $1,200 all up for MR lessons and test.

Any feedback would be much appreciated.

[Timbo]

Does anyone have any suggestions regarding MR/HR licence?

I'm hoping to apply for the next selection process and haven't got my MR qualification yet.

Is it all much of a muchness? I've been quoted about $1,200 all up for MR lessons and test.

Any feedback would be much appreciated.

Mine was $850 6 years ago, so sounds fair
T

[Alex]

Is it all much of a muchness? I've been quoted about $1,200 all up for MR lessons and test.

Any feedback would be much appreciated.

I'd say get another quote....

[happyghost]

Does anyone have any suggestions regarding MR/HR licence?

I'm hoping to apply for the next selection process and haven't got my MR qualification yet.

Is it all much of a muchness? I've been quoted about $1,200 all up for MR lessons and test.

Any feedback would be much appreciated.

Mine was $850 6 years ago, so sounds fair
T

Try G&L Heavy Vehicle Driving Center I got my HR licence through them for just over $1500

[crossy]

I did my HR through RMS training.. Cost about 1500 aswell.

[JLS]

Has anyone heard any rumors if applications will open early next year again or will they have a year off?

[Monger]

Has anyone heard any rumors if applications will open early next year again or will they have a year off?

Doubt they would run another process til atleast mid year as they probably have enough for 2 more squads cab ranked