FabSwingers.com forum: Interview tips

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Ho guys. Been 10 years since i last had one. I got a assesment and interview early jan for new engineering job. Any help tips or advice please be much appreciated

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Put some clothes on.

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By *awty MaxWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Imagine them naked

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By *rMrsWTFCouple
over a year ago

Arbroath

Make sure and ask them well thought out questions

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By *awty MaxWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Be your relaxed self. Do your research about the company, know your field, arrive on time, ask engaging questions

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By *awty MaxWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Oh and good luck OP

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By *r and Mrs SnogalotCouple
over a year ago

Glasgow

whatever engineering company you have applied will have certain regulatory requirements make sure you are aware of these and can explain them ie Oil and Gas or Aerospace. They will also probably ask you about basic engineering, check you can read a drawing - understanding tolerances run-out basic measurement ability to read micrometers. All depending on the job role you are going for.

Dont appear to 'cocky. and dress smartly. I've seen a few show up for interviews in denims and trainers lately.

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By *ane DTV/TS
over a year ago

Glasgow

Do some good background research on the company.

Be honest, open. Ask about on going training/prof certification programmes & possible support.

Deep breath and don't be afraid.

Had an interview oh so long ago where I had a full on argument with one of the panel.

Ended up being offered the job. They were deliberately trying to get people to argue with them, as they couldn't afford to carry "yes men".

All the best.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you are asked if u have any questions for us (which you should be asked) your question should be something along the lines of;

is there anything that makes you hesitant about any of my answers or my ability to do the job at hand?

This is one that really gets me because you will either get an honest answer of your not the right fit because...(to which you can respond) or they might highlight some answer you gave that you can provide more muster/ammo on and beef your answer up!

Good luck

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By *luebell888Woman
over a year ago

Glasgowish

I dont mind interviews. I always think its a two way thing where both parties are finding out about each other. Always go prepared with questions to ask and just be yourself.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As others have said on here, find out about the company. Ask questions relating to the job. I've also always been asked "where do you see yourself in five years time?" Still working for the same company. Never ask about holidays or pay. They should bring that up. If you're nervous beforehand, have some water if it's available, it settles the nerves and remember to smile. Good luck OP!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If they ask for an example of when you worked well in a team, don't say "well I was at a cracking gangbang last Friday night"

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thanks guys. Really nervous as such a good job. Interview mid jan in glasgow so got some time to prepare and work out how to get there ??

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By *hav02Man
over a year ago

Glasgow/London

Don't mention fab if they ask about "interests outside of work"

Depends on the interview style. Know your CV well. Dress well, smile, sit upright (watch the apprentice about body language). Greet each interviewer.

Don't rush to answer questions; pause, think, then answer.

Know the company well. Know what your job role is expected to be.

Know what strengths you can bring to the company/role.

Be aware of one of your weaknesses, but how you have/are improving or changing (this is about self awareness, but also putting a positive spin on a negative attribute).

Might be useful to know something about engineering

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I say just be confident and show you are the right one

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By *hatsmynameagainCouple
over a year ago

Ayrshire

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By *estless nativeMan
over a year ago

near Glasgow

Theres some good advice in here already, but to repeat

1. project confidence, even if your not.

2. Be well prepared, research the company and the role.

3. Talk yourself ip without being pretentious.

4. Remember its a negotiation and youve reachedthis stage because they see something in you.

5. Dont accept the first offer.

6. If all else fails sing " if the lady wants a baby, i'm the cock of the north....

7. Ignore number 6

Best of luck OP

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By *ade and VanessaCouple
over a year ago

Central Scotland

If you recognise anyone from fab, best not to mention it but give them the special handshake

V x

Also, best of luck

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By *estless nativeMan
over a year ago

near Glasgow

"If you recognise anyone from fab, best not to mention it but give them the special handshake

V x

Also, best of luck

Forgot about the special handshake, and tieing a carrier bag tound your left wrist while carrying pampas grass under your right arm

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By *e DevilMan
over a year ago

Blantyre

"If you are asked if u have any questions for us (which you should be asked) your question should be something along the lines of;

is there anything that makes you hesitant about any of my answers or my ability to do the job at hand?

Good luck"

I would be very careful about asking them questions about your pottential as an employee or anything else that will catch them off guard,

These are managers or above , they dont want put on the spot about being hesitant over something.

Keep your questions back as simple as possible. Imo.

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By *alcon43Woman
over a year ago

Paisley

Research how your going to get there and arrive in plenty of time. Train to Queen St or bus to Buchanan St unless your driving.

Lots of good public transport in Glaagow.

Good luck.

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By *ir laugh a lotMan
over a year ago

glasgow

first thing i looked at when interviewing was do they have clean fingernails you would be surprised how many people dont,,, and if its a formal interview and you have a dark suit and a crisp white shirt with not too loud a tie and the biggie well polished shoes for me it showed effort willingness to impress and show respect and one thing i liked when i employed new staff at the end of the interview was depending how we got on that one brave soul who wanted the job more than others who when asked if any questions would respond with is there any reason with the exception you have others to see why i wouldnt get the job,, nearly always there was no reason to say no and when it came to deciding i found those were the ones i employed might not work in all cases or for all people but first impressions always added to my decision making good luck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

First impressions sets the whole tone of the interview. Walk in confident and smile with a good handshake. Walk over to them and say something that's not related to the job. Show them your at ease x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Brush up on your technical knowledge. You just know they will drop a tech question in to the mix... I know. Because that is what do in interviews.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Remember an interview works both ways. You are also interviewing them to find d out it you want to work with them. How will they progress your career in the industry.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thanks guys. Fingers crossed it goes well

Happy new year x

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