ca_gere Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 You shouldn't have mentioned it then. But well done, you got the attention you clearly wanted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colb Posted October 4, 2014 Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 Because it's illegal if i talk about it No it isn't.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted October 5, 2014 Report Share Posted October 5, 2014 No it isn't....It might be if he was molested, or entered into a relationship with a colleague or something similar that might be under investigation by the Police. That's what I expect it is, one of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colb Posted October 5, 2014 Report Share Posted October 5, 2014 It might be if he was molested, or entered into a relationship with a colleague or something similar that might be under investigation by the Police. That's what I expect it is, one of those.I was guessing that the big smiley face after saying it was illegal made it a lot less serious then that. Also, I don't think talking about something like that would be illegal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted October 5, 2014 Report Share Posted October 5, 2014 I was guessing that the big smiley face after saying it was illegal made it a lot less serious then that. Also, I don't think talking about something like that would be illegal.Yeah, you're probably right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattJimF Posted October 5, 2014 Report Share Posted October 5, 2014 I don't think it's illegal, just that he's signed something saying he can't discuss what happened, and if he does and they find out they can take legal action. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarmaTsunami Posted October 7, 2014 Report Share Posted October 7, 2014 If you're applying for a job where you meet, say, 9 out of 10 of the essential requirements, how do you go about stating the fact that you're quick to learn new systems/programmes/ways of doing whatever (I am, without bragging, very quick to pick these up) and not make it sound like a huge BUT in a covering letter? Is there a way to do this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colb Posted October 7, 2014 Report Share Posted October 7, 2014 Don't mention it would be my advice. If you're that close a match then use of a particular system shouldn't be all that big of a deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Milner Posted October 7, 2014 Report Share Posted October 7, 2014 Yeah just dont mention it i would say, when they ask you, then deal with the question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Broonbreed Posted October 7, 2014 Report Share Posted October 7, 2014 Tell them that the system you don't have experience with sounds easy as fuck so it shouldn't be a problem for the likes of you. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moon Moon Posted October 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 so i have got two interviews coming up, 1. raeburn health care as a health care assistant (it's an agency though) and 2. as a support worker for Bon Accord care (its really good pay and i get my level III SVQ) any tips for this? im not too fussed about the raeburn job im really wanting the Bon Accord one as there is many benefits to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
givemeasmile Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 so i have got two interviews coming up, 1. raeburn health care as a health care assistant (it's an agency though) and 2. as a support worker for Bon Accord care (its really good pay and i get my level III SVQ) any tips for this? im not too fussed about the raeburn job im really wanting the Bon Accord one as there is many benefits to it. You'll want to think about your answer to the 'why do you want to leave school early?' question. As an employee of the care sector one of your key responsibilities is to be extremely tolerant of others, and if you can't tolerate those around you at school (you said earlier this is why you want to leave) then this will certainly give them a poor impression of your interpersonal skills. If I was interviewing you I would question your work ethic because you're looking to leave school, but on the other hand you're no doubt going to tell me you're a hard worker? Emphasise that this the career you want, and talk more about the opportunities it will bring etc etc and that you think the SVQ qualification is more benficial to you than the qualifications obtained at school given your choice of career path. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gypsum_Fantastic Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 I agree with the tolereance thing but i think if he shows how much he cares about this job sector (which i think he does) i can't see the work ethic thing being an issue. School is a piece of piss compared to a normal job nevermind looking after and supporting folk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colb Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 The Raeburn thing will likely be a standard agency registration (plus taking money for a Disclosure Scotland check) for bank/temporary work. I doubt there'll be any questions about motivation......... Bon Accord is a Council run business I think, I'd guess that again motivation won't come into it cos there'll be a standard format that won't include any challenging questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skubbs Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 If you're applying for a job where you meet, say, 9 out of 10 of the essential requirements, how do you go about stating the fact that you're quick to learn new systems/programmes/ways of doing whatever (I am, without bragging, very quick to pick these up) and not make it sound like a huge BUT in a covering letter? Is there a way to do this? Hmm, I'd ignore it normally but just to clarify, when you say essential have they noted their "preferred" and "essential" requirements? I'd try and liken the remaining requirement to something you already know, and how this would be simple to learn. For some places, unless you meet all essential requirements, you don't get an interview. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
givemeasmile Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 The Raeburn thing will likely be a standard agency registration (plus taking money for a Disclosure Scotland check) for bank/temporary work. I doubt there'll be any questions about motivation......... Bon Accord is a Council run business I think, I'd guess that again motivation won't come into it cos there'll be a standard format that won't include any challenging questions. No, but he'll have to say that he is motivated to work on some sort of level. Why would they employ him otherwise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colb Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 I would doubt that either of these interviews will ask if he's motivated to work or challenge his work ethic - it's kind of an old school/outdated interview approach these days. It's taken as read that people generally want to work. With the employment situation as it is in Aberdeen anyone that isn't in the O&G industry isn't in a position to give people a hard time in interviews..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ca_gere Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Out of interest, what is the general employment situation in Aberdeen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ca_gere Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 If you're applying for a job where you meet, say, 9 out of 10 of the essential requirements, how do you go about stating the fact that you're quick to learn new systems/programmes/ways of doing whatever (I am, without bragging, very quick to pick these up) and not make it sound like a huge BUT in a covering letter? Is there a way to do this? Depending on what these systems/programmes are you could say you have very limited experience with them but are familiar, then google/read like crazy to get the basics. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colb Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Aberdeen's in a bit of a strange place just now - lots of companies making redundancies, but still the same number of jobs going about in general. Depends what you do of course.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Milner Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Yeah Aberdeen has its own wee bubble at times, some companies are paying people off, but others in the same field are taken them on almost immediately. As Col says it really depends what you do. Lower level employment im not really sure (i dont mean that in a derogatory manor at all btw) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Easy Wishes Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 I think a lot of larger service companies/operators often go through 'restructuring' phases when they realise that there's a whole management level that are essentially not doing much for the business and can be removed. I know that Shell did this a few years ago and Subsea 7 are on the same 'streamlining' drive at the moment. I believe Technip too. Often this comes as a result of a merger or takeover where they save as many jobs as they can, then once everything's settled down again in a few years they work out there is a lot of overlap between roles, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colb Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Shell and BP are doing it again,BG are offshoring their transactional finance and SCP teams next year. Chevron and TAQA just slimmed right down too. Amec/Wood Group/GE/Weatherford/NOV/Halliburton/Petrofac/Aker are in a constant state of change in one department or another depending on what contracts they've won/lost. Mini booms and mini busts every ten mins, add to that the constant changing minds about whether to have contractors and staff and it's no wonder no one knows what's going on.......... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
givemeasmile Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 I would doubt that either of these interviews will ask if he's motivated to work or challenge his work ethic - it's kind of an old school/outdated interview approach these days. It's taken as read that people generally want to work. With the employment situation as it is in Aberdeen anyone that isn't in the O&G industry isn't in a position to give people a hard time in interviews..... Yeah but that's not really what I'm saying. I agree that yes, in a broader sense (ie the general public) you are 100% correct. In MM's situation I am making the point that he might come across as uncommitted or have a poor work ethic due the circumstances around him leaving school. I'm just making the point that he's going to have to think about a counter argument should they question his reasons for leaving, and the impact that may have on his chances of getting any of the positions he has applied for. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Milner Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Aye Oceaneering just laid off some staff in Aberdeen, only to hire new staff in another contract, its the way it works at times. Im glad Grayloc is not 100% tied into the O&G sector which means our jobs are more secure in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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