Bane...how did college go today?

[montybaber]

hope it went well...tell us all about it

 

[Cirrus]

Am sure things will work out in the end Baney boy

 

[Bane]

Well, that was the first interview Cirrus

Second one was slightly more promising and went something like this:

The interview was cool. I got there and we just chatted sh*t for a while about my time living/working in Malta then he asked me what experience I had within the electrical trade.

I was honest and told him it was quite minimal, 6 month contract on a new sports centre and...That's it as far as my experience goes.

Told him I found the trade very interesting and the reason I was at college now is because I want to take this as far as I can, eventually become fully qual'd and that I'm in this for the long haul.

Then he came straight out and said they (the Co.) was very impressed with the way I'd shown initiative by coming in on the 'off chance' and that it also showed maturity and though they had no specific need for anybody (except 1 vacancy for a fully qual'd sparks) they would be willing to offer me a full apprenticeship and would pay me for attending college and what would I think of that offer?

"F***ING RIGHT I'LL TAKE IT!" Is what I wanted to say!!!

But I played it cool and said I had a couple more interviews to attend and that I'd think about it.
He replied that I could take my time as the offer was open and they certainly had no-one else in mind.

I'm 29 and this is the type of offer that is specifically suited to the 2330 isn't it?
Also, how many offers am I going to get of a full apprenticeship at my age?
Erm...Nil? One in a blue moon?

Anyway, I went away, VERY HAPPY, to attend my "other interviews."

Back home I 'thought' about accepting the job/apprenticeship offer.

So, I phoned him up around 2.30pm and accepted the job and I start tomorrow!

I guess the moral of this story (if there is one) is that you do have to put yourself out there, phone, e-mail, visit in person, even if they're not advertising, something WILL turn up.

Thanks to all of you who've offered advice, encouragement, opinions, sexual favours and whatever (you know who you are!).

Finally got exactly what I wanted and just hope those of you on here looking for the same, are as fortunate as I am.

(Watch me win the bloody lottery now and not need to work)

Thanks again people.

C

 

[spark-doctor]

[/QUOTE]Thanks to all of you who've offered advice, encouragement, opinions, sexual favours and whatever (you know who you are!).[/QUOTE]

I told you to keep it quiet, Mrs Doc has her own account now and will find out.

Well done mate, knew you would get there in the end.

 

[wayne]

bane ,
you mentioned walking in on the scooter job and the place didnt feel right .
i remember going for the interview at my current job .i was sat there waiting to be interviewed, staff were walking by being friendly .as you say you can get a feeling if the place is right

 

[Cirrus]

Magic mate - well done from me and everyone I am sure!

 

[EasyFox]

Spot on Bane well done mate....
No pressure at college now then, what with reports to the employer,questions when in work .................oh you'll love it

 

[tony.towa]

Hi Bane,

I'm here, just had a late finish, had to dress and gland in all the armoureds then had work on another site with emergency lights and automatic doors linked to the fire alarm.

Great news about the job, well done.

Beware of old electricians bearing gifts, you've read the thread about tricks played on apprentices

Good luck for tomorrow "new boy"

Cheers

Tony

 

[Nicola]

Your right your very lucky to have an offer of a full time apprenticeship at the age of 29, I know I dont know you, but I served my time at the ge of 20 and all though you do get stick sometimes for being a girl, it fade out really quickly once you show them you know what your talking about!!! All though the 2330 apprenticeship is mainly aimed at upto the age of 25, dont let that bother you its the fastest and easiest way of becoming qualified!! Good luck
Nic

 

[stillo]

Well done Bane Congratulations

Stillo

 

[Shakey]

Mr Bane,

does this mean you wont have time to help me answer all the really hard questions

Well done matey, well deserved

*claps Mr Bane for his sheer bloody mindedness and perseverence*

 

[Bane]

Your right your very lucky to have an offer of a full time apprenticeship at the age of 29, I know I dont know you, but I served my time at the ge of 20 and all though you do get stick sometimes for being a girl, it fade out really quickly once you show them you know what your talking about!!! All though the 2330 apprenticeship is mainly aimed at upto the age of 25, dont let that bother you its the fastest and easiest way of becoming qualified!! Good luck
Nic

Thanks Nicola. Erm...I'm not a girl

Shakey, you know I'll always offer you advice and a shoulder to cry on!

Everybody else, thanks again! I have to sign off now but I'll update you all soon!

 

[bobajob]

I think Nicola is the girl

 

[Shakey]

I think Nicola is the girl

yeah, the name is a dead give away


....and I thought Bane's was Susan......I've been trying to tap him up for weeks

illusions shattered again

 

[Bane]

yeah, the name is a dead give away


....and I thought Bane's was Susan......I've been trying to tap him up for weeks

illusions shattered again

It is at the weekends Shakey

 

[tony.towa]

If that's the case the meet had better be mid-week!!!!!