Interview

[aboveclouds]

If WestJet is placing people in a hiring pool now does that mean they are only taking people with more experience and people in the pool won't get the job? Or is there a backlog in training and they are waiting for a ground school opening?

[PittBoss]

If WestJet is placing people in a hiring pool now does that mean they are only taking people with more experience and people in the pool won't get the job? Or is there a backlog in training and they are waiting for a ground school opening?

I think it's the first one.

[FlackoJodye]

Doesn't look like the question about experience levels was answered. Any idea what the level of experience is in the new classes? (And yes I have a pulse, I think ).

One of my colleagues just got in with 2500 Hrs and ATPL. But he just mentioned someone with 2000hrs he knows was placed in pool.

How would one know they’re in the pool?

[PittBoss]

Doesn't look like the question about experience levels was answered. Any idea what the level of experience is in the new classes? (And yes I have a pulse, I think ).

One of my colleagues just got in with 2500 Hrs and ATPL. But he just mentioned someone with 2000hrs he knows was placed in pool.

How would one know they’re in the pool?

They email you. I guess.

[PittBoss]

Doesn't look like the question about experience levels was answered. Any idea what the level of experience is in the new classes? (And yes I have a pulse, I think ).

One of my colleagues just got in with 2500 Hrs and ATPL. But he just mentioned someone with 2000hrs he knows was placed in pool.

How would one know they’re in the pool?

I have heard about the pool. Not sure for WJ it exists or not?

Anyone have some more details on it?

[polpolbe]

Having a look at the WestJet roadshows they are looking for a decent number of pilots in the foreseeable future.

[Dttailflyer]

Good afternoon fellow aviators I'm new here and been following the latest growth and changes around us as I'm planning on taking a leap for the westjet application. I noticed that the interview IF and it may be a big "IF" I get called it's a 90 min interview but I was wondering what does the psychometric portion entail??

If someone could kindly elaborate on that, perhaps a suggestion for study or reference material etc etc i would highly appreciate it>> either way I understand if isn't appropriate to publicly share here please free to dm. (Just not sure if the site will let me read it, since I just registered) safe flight thnx

[PittBoss]

Good afternoon fellow aviators I'm new here and been following the latest growth and changes around us as I'm planning on taking a leap for the westjet application. I noticed that the interview IF and it may be a big "IF" I get called it's a 90 min interview but I was wondering what does the psychometric portion entail??

If someone could kindly elaborate on that, perhaps a suggestion for study or reference material etc etc i would highly appreciate it>> either way I understand if isn't appropriate to publicly share here please free to dm. (Just not sure if the site will let me read it, since I just registered) safe flight thnx

If you don't mind. What is your flight time and experience?

I am in same boat as you.

[Piloto]

One of my colleagues just got in with 2500 Hrs and ATPL. But he just mentioned someone with 2000hrs he knows was placed in pool.

How would one know they’re in the pool?

I have heard about the pool. Not sure for WJ it exists or not?

Anyone have some more details on it?

I know someone with 1600 hours that got
in.

The posted requirements are what they need. That being said, a guy/gal with a good personality is what they want.

Remember to be yourself on your interview, and you’ll be fine.

“Don’t bullshit a bullshitter”

[Flydaplane]

Sent an application in 2 weeks ago, over 5000tt with 1000pic 705 time I got an email with interview date but seems I have to complete a online psychometric test in a few days. I've been searching for any information or reference material any past or present candidates care to shed some light in this? Is this part of the 90mins interview that everyone did or is this a whole new portion.

[QKZXKV]

Sent an application in 2 weeks ago, over 5000tt with 1000pic 705 time I got an email with interview date but seems I have to complete a online psychometric test in a few days. I've been searching for any information or reference material any past or present candidates care to shed some light in this? Is this part of the 90mins interview that everyone did or is this a whole new portion.

just go on and do it... don't overthink it.

[PittBoss]

Sent an application in 2 weeks ago, over 5000tt with 1000pic 705 time I got an email with interview date but seems I have to complete a online psychometric test in a few days. I've been searching for any information or reference material any past or present candidates care to shed some light in this? Is this part of the 90mins interview that everyone did or is this a whole new portion.

Same here. Trying to find some references on what to expect in that. Don't want to mess up.

[CaptDukeNukem]

Sent an application in 2 weeks ago, over 5000tt with 1000pic 705 time I got an email with interview date but seems I have to complete a online psychometric test in a few days. I've been searching for any information or reference material any past or present candidates care to shed some light in this? Is this part of the 90mins interview that everyone did or is this a whole new portion.

It’s a psych exam. It’s like 300 questions. Answer truthfully. Don’t try and cheat it. It’s not a big deal.

[GTEO]

You will be asked to complete five brief aptitude tests, along with a work related behaviour questionnaire prior to attending your interview. The tests measure different aptitudes such as spatial awareness, reaction time, monitoring ability and multi tasking. In one particular test you are required to fly a simulation device with your keyboard. The objective is to fly through a tunnel without hitting any obstacles. It seems to be measuring both speed and accuracy. None of them are incredibly difficult, and there really isn’t any way to prepare for them. Your best bet would be find a quiet location where you won’t be interrupted, and make sure that you are feeling rested. If you really want to get into the right mindset beforehand, maybe try playing some Lumosity games for a while. But it’s really not that big of a deal and you’ll probably be fine. Best of luck!

[Flydaplane]

First off thank you for taking the time to respond, it speaks volumes on character as well us actually providing useful advice where potential candidates have some doubts. Should this added hurdle and the interview process get some of the candidates thru I'm sure we all are appreciative and some day look forward to flying with you.