Will this qualify for usa train driving too?

@@Clawzord2277 Yes, this will certainly be useful for USA too :)

What is the top 3 priorities of a train driver ?

Hi mate, Thanks for all your help regarding train drivin. I am currently working within the railway industry just now and I have a date set for psychometric test on 22 nd jan 2020 for train driving. I just wanted to ask can you point me in the right direction please for testing papers 2020 . Any help is appreciated.

Hey, thank you so much for your kind words and I am so pleased you have succeeded! Well done for passing; it's a tremendous achievement. All the best, Richard

What qualifications need for train driver ??

Bollocks LMFAO

Would you like to sell it on to me

Thanks for the kind words and good luck!

I'm glad you found the video helpful :)

Thank you... You are welcome :)

That's fantastic! Is the process much different in Japan?

+Jahir Khan No problem... I am pleased you enjoyed it. Have a good weekend :)

You're very welcome, thanks for watching!

Thanks for your supportive words :)

What is the salary range of train driving instructor?

@@konfolut it is a salary of about 49-55k a year

How is the resume format for this position

+james fuller Glad you enjoyed it, James. You can also get a complimentary copy of my train drivers book at the following website: www.traindriver.org

+CareerVidz thanks

james fuller How did your year preparation go? Did you apply as a trainee yet?

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Hi Mal, unfortunately not I'm afraid. I wish I could but I'm not permitted to do anything related to the OPC. I wish I could, but I can't! Thank you.

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+jahjahsw4 Hi there, we have created a blog for you about the new train driver recruitment process here: www.how2become.com/blog/the-new-train-driver-tests/

Hello, You will need to apply for positions as a trainee train driver. Jobs are rarely advertised and can be a long-winded process. For more information about the train driver application, please check out the following link - www.how2become.com/courses/train-driver/

CareerVidz thanks train or tube driving would do me nicely

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Thank you for your kind words :) Details of how to become a trainee train driver can be found here: www.how2become.com/careers/train-driver/ We do run 1 day courses to help people prepare for the selection process. For more information, please check out the following link: www.how2become.com/courses/train-driver/

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Good luck

+A Szudáni Hi there, it sounds like you have some transferable skills to become a Train Driver. I would recommend attending our 1-day train drivers course which will help you explore the role even further to assess whether you could develop the other skills to match the requirements of the role. You can find out more here: www.how2become.com/courses/train-driver/

Hello, I would state something along the lines of - 'Whilst I have been extremely passionate to become a trainee train driver, I believe my first attempt really opened my eyes up to what is expected of me. I now believe that I have taken on everything that was mentioned before, and have improved not only my knowledge, but my skills and qualities to enhance my performance. I underestimated the complexity and demand this job entails, and I now feel that I am truly ready to start my career as a trainee train driver'. You will need to demonstrate how you are a better candidate now then you were previously. It is okay to say that you realise you weren't ready for the demand previously, as long as you clarify that you have taken every step to ensure that you are ready for the role now! I hope this helps. :)

Ian Ashburn I hope things went well for you.

Hello, Thank you for your message. Becoming a train driver is extremely challenging and there are lots of things to consider when being a train driver. Great attention to detail, awareness, and concentration are extremely important, and you need to be able to maintain each of these for a very long time. As well as driving the train, you'll have a number of customer service responsibilities. You'll also make sure their safety is paramount at all times, reacting quickly and calmly in an emergency situation and reporting incidents wherever necessary. For more information on becoming a train driver in Australia, please check out the following link - www.how2become.com/australia/train-driver/

+prasoon donthamsetti Hi there... you need to ensure you have the relevant qualities and experience in order to become a train driver. The following course is a great place to learn how to gain those qualities and experience: www.how2become.com/courses/train-driver/

Hi Matthew, thanks for commenting on our trainee train driver video. Yes, they most certainly would! You would need to go through their assessment, as some of the rules and procedures will be different, but they would certainly welcome your application. You can learn more about being a UK train driver here: www.traindriver.org/

Hello there, Details of how to apply to become a trainee train driver can be found here - www.how2become.com/careers/train-driver/ You can apply as a trainee train driver, or work your way up (i.e. from a role as a train conductor). You will need to prepare thoroughly in order to increase your chances of being successful. If you check out www.how2become.com , there is a whole range of train driver related materials to help you prepare.

Hi Bosco - try the information on the website www.traindriver.org/ as this will give you some info for Aus train driver, etc. The experience you need is in relation to the assessable qualities, which are all on the website for you :)

+Jpr993 Thanks... good luck and let me know how you get on :)

Jpr993 u driving?

Hello Matthew, We do have an Australian site to help you prepare to become a trainee train driver. Details of which can be found here - www.how2become.com/australia/ I hope this helps :)

CareerVidz oh thank you 😊

No problem :)

If your blood sugar levels are being managed properly, there's nothing to stop you. However do consider that shift work and meal times are very irregular and could interfere with your management. In my case, I always had something to eat at regular meal times, whether I was on a break or not. That helped a lot. It also helps with your weight control, as eating a crib meal at 0200 hrs in the morning buggers up your cardian rythm cycles, also your sleep cycles also get a hammering. Try getting enough sleep in the middle of the day when your neighbor fires up the lawn mower.

Hi, here are some tips to help you: www.how2become.com/tfl-recruitment-process-tfl-assessment/

Hi Lewis, You normally have to be at least 21 years old to become a train driver. You can find out more information about becoming a train driver via the following link - www.how2become.com/careers/train-driver/ I hope this helps :)

Thanks do you know how old you have to be to become a conductor? I ideally want to find a job when I leave school that will help me show an interest in the railway industry in general so that I can talk about it if continue as a trainee in my interview. If I'm not old enough to be a conductor either do you have any suggestions for jobs that can teach me skills that will be useful for when I'm old enough to apply as a trainee train driver. If I can't apply until I'm 21 that means I have 3 years to prepare and I want to take all the right steps to help me reach my goal.

I think a good example would be where you followed strict rules and procedures whilst completing a task.

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@BoomyMcBoom have u done the interview

+moey teesto yeh I had it months ago!

BoomyMcBoom are you a train driver now?

Hello James, This shouldn't be a problem so long as your communication is still good. :)

Hi, you would need to qualify in Australia as the UK train driver licence and rolling stock are different.

There are currently man ExPats from U.K. driving trains in Australia. Companies here spend very little funding on training anyone for this task. They'd rather pirate them from somewhere else. The heavy rail industry in Western Australia has many such Ex Pats working for them hauling the Iron ore fleets around. The state Government in W.A. also picks up such Ex Pats to operate the local suburban system. Freight is normally privately operated. Be prepared to spend long periods driving interstate if you win a job with the interstate haulers. These guys live on board for three days traveling from West to East, 24 hr turn around, then come back, that's their weeks work. Not conducive to a stable relationship with the opposite sex and/or kids.

+nadeem qureshi Hi, the following links are a great starting point in regards to understanding the process of becoming a train driver: www.how2become.com/careers/train-driver/ www.how2become.com/cvp/train-driver-course-1-day-insider-recruitment-course/ Our How2become website covers the entire selection process of becoming a trainee train driver, and we do a range of products to help you in regards to the application form, psychometric tests and preparing for the interviews: www.how2become.com

Oliver Clarke depends on the company. Southern is now 63k. The total length of training is around a year. But again, that is dependent on a few things.

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@@CareerVidz yes I have done so. And watch your videos. Many thanks.

+Buddy Theman Medical standards are in place for train drivers to ensure ample fitness exists. Medical checks include fitness levels, colour vision, hearing, eyesight, and drug and alcohol screening. For more information regarding the medical, please read our train driver eligibility blog: www.how2become.com/blog/train-driver-eligibility-criteria/

but will it show up prescribed medication? i know it would show up illegal drugs but would it show medication? thanks for your response

+Buddy Theman You would need to contact the TOC in which you are applying to in regards to this query. Unfortunately, I do not have the insider knowledge in regards to what shows up on the medicals.

+Charlie Galloway Hi Charlie, there is no upper age limit to becoming a train driver. However, you would have to think about how much time the Train Operating Company would get from you once you passed your training. My advice would be to just apply to become a train driver and then see what happens. You have nothing to lose! You can read more about the eligibility requirements and age limits etc here: www.traindriver.org/medical-standards--age-limits.html

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Hi Charles, check out the information we have on the following page for Train Driver jobs:www.traindriver.org/job-vacancies--what-to-do-next.html

Hi there, thanks for your message. The safety-related aspect of driving trains is the same, so yes, many of the train driver qualities and attributes are similar. I hope that helps and good luck :)

CareerVidz Thanks, I have a huge interest in becoming a train driver one day, and I think this video will help me become one!

No problem and good luck. This website may also help you: www.traindriver.org/

I'd respond by saying that I wanted a challenging, customer-focused role that relies on a high degree of safety awareness and concentration. I would then provide details of where I have worked in a previous role that had these types of attributes and that I really enjoyed working in that type of environment. I would then provide details of how I enjoy working in a role that has a requirement to be flexible and responsible and also state how I enjoy working under pressure and also where I would be required to learn new skills and update existing ones. It is important to be honest at all times in your response. You should also, where possible, provide 'evidence' of where you have carried out certain tasks and demonstrated certain skills in a previous job-related role. To find out more information on how to pass the train driver interview, go to: www.traindriver.org/

Ian Ashburn well I drove trains as a kid on Huckleberry railroad I was young it's in my blood and my hertiage

+David S Hi there, you can learn more about Rail Safety Standards here: www.rssb.co.uk

+El Vis Hi there, you can find out more about application forms for Train Drivers here: www.traindriver.org

B A M Take a tip. Stay in school.

Keep checking number of train companies websites they advertise trainee train drivers roles. Age is no barrier nor qualifications.

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Yes safety is an incredibly important factor to becoming a train driver!

Hi Gagan, We have an Australian specific page here for train driver. It may not be exactly the same, but we cover the assessment centre with practice tests which may be similar for a train guard: www.how2become.com/australia/train-driver/ Hope it helps! The How2Become Team

@@CareerVidz Not entirely accurate. Each State has different criteria, for example a Queensland Driver would require a familarisation process and learning the routes before being allowed to drive. Then there are the Locomotives, which in many cases are similar but different layouts to learn. Signaling is also similar but not the same Australia wide. Train Guards we no longer have in W.A, though I'm aware they still have them in NSW, in W.A. we have Security personel patrolling the suburban system responding to calls. There are always vacancies being offered in the later category.

Hi Tom, thanks for your message. As a general rule, you do not need GCSEs to become a train driver. However, good grades can help, especially if there are lots of people applying for the same job. Having said that, there are numerous tests involved during the selection process, so you must ensure you practice for these before the tests/assessment day. You can get more information at the website www.TrainDriver.org. I hope that helps, Richard

Your GCSEs won't even come in to it unless you're very young.

Craig G It’s funny, because schools say GCSE are vital to get jobs, but what’s more important is your passion and willingness to learn is what most employers are looking for.

Asad Hussain it's a £150 course

Asad, save your money, in the future there will be no such thing as a train driver. they will be driven by A.I. In fact my son currently works for such a group right now, who have automated all their trains to be run by A.I. 36 thousand tonnes, 21/2 kilometers long, three, sometimes four locos hauling the lot, from mine to port (400 + K's) with 10 minutes between trains. Problem ? Despite being operated by A.I. when things go pearshaped, as they often do, Drivers are called out to fix things and get wheels rolling again. So a minimum amount of drivers are kept on the job.

+will14496 Hi there, I wouldn't say they would significantly improve because you would still need to demonstrate all of the qualities throughout the selection process. However, your experiences as a Heritage Railway Driver should give you more skills and examples to draw upon when completing the application form and whilst also attending the interview :)

+CareerVidz Thank you

Generally 21, but some will accept you at 18 - full details on this website: traindriver.org

Thanks for commenting on the video Jack and good luck. Don't forget to check out our website here: www.traindriver.org/

Hey Jack, check out our Train Drive website here for more help and advice: Traindriver.org

+Bradley Perkins Hi Bradley, the following website has a mass of free information to help you become a train driver: www.traindriver.org

CareerVidz thank you that was very helpful if some what overwhelming.

Australia is a BIG country, it consists of States and Territories, which each have their own rail system. The cities have Suburban systems catering for the local areas, and in some cases Rural/regional areas. Some are still State owned and operated , whilst others have been sold off and are privately owned and operated. The perway, or rails are still state owned thought contracted out to private companies to run. State run suburban/regional areas may still be state operated and applications should be submitted to state transport authorities. Private freight companies need to be approached directly. All systems are supposed to overseen by the Federal Rail Transport Safety body who write and amend the operating rules everyone is obliged to comply with. Be warned though, IMHO a fellow with qualifications as you say you have, would be far better employed in the engineering aspect of these systems then simply a Driver. B.T.W. you could also apply to the Mining companies in W.A.'s Pilbara where they operate the heavy iron ore trains, I suspect with your qualifications you may have better luck there. Though keep in mind, those jobs are FIFO currently. That means Fly In and Fly out. You work for a period of time on site/living there/eat/sleep, then when your time's up, fly back to your home for a period agreed upon on your employment, then fly back and repeat.

Sorry I'm actually 13 yrs

I'm 13 and dreaming to be a train driver too!

+Thomas Dalton cool but I need to study on some parts of the train and 1 question what subjects do you need to study to become a train driver

+Zonix you would need English, Maths, technology (ICT/Engineering/electronics) and maybe some knowledge in a foreign language like French, German, Italian and Spanish

Ok but tell me what part of English, Maths, and technology we need to know

You're too young to drive the train. But they might let you shovel the coal.

I know lol I was Joking but when am actually older I wanna be a train driver

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@@CareerVidz Hey Richard, I'm 16 now, and still returning to your videos for advice :) Over the past couple of years, I've been studying engineering at school, and have been volunteering at a heritage railway, which both included working in a workshop and operating heavy machinery. Would you consider this to be sufficient evidence of being safety conscious and being able to follow rules and procedures? Thank you.

Us too, Adam. Thanks for watching!

BAM

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Yeah, I agree with you here. Most of us have these skills already, it's just a matter of digging them out and applying them to the role of a train driver.

B.T.W. I was a Train Driver and then Instructor for 30 years, working heavy freight and then ending on Electric passenger trains.

Thanks for your honest feedback which I respect :)

The unions in the UK are way to powerful.

What do you mean?

You have nothing to lose by giving it a try :)

True. It does irk me that it's assumed the over-50s Can't Learn New Things...... Gah! I got a degree at 53...........

Just go for it... you have more experience than most people! :) This website will help you: traindriver.org

I am nowhere near 50, but I have known a lot of people in their 50s turned down for jobs, strange if you ask me