AC/WJ Resume
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AC/WJ Resume
Just wondering if I should include non-flying work experience on my resume, including self-employment, or use the KISS pricniple. I have a one pager but alot of info on it. Would like to get to AC or WJ in the next year.
Bede, I tend to disagree with you. No doubt that is what the smaller operations like, but once you start getting into the larger companies with stand alone HR departments, I think you should be adding a bit more to your resume.
I know for a fact that applying to the Ontario Government with a one page resume won't even get you looked at for an interview. They have a very specific format that they want adhered to when applying for a posted job. They expect an applicant to speak to each one of the bullet points listed in the requirements section of the job ad explaining how their skills, knowledge and experience relate to the listed requirement.
I know numerous guys who can't figure out why that can't get noticed and all they have done is submit a one page resume to the Chief Pilot. I also know guys who are working for us today who submitted 5 to 7 page covering letters with their 3 page resume to the proper HR Department. Our Chief Pilot doesn't get involved in any hiring until HR hands him a list of potential candidates based on their submitted applications.
Right or wrong each operation has their preference and I would suggest finding out the correct format or preferred format before applying as I assume AC and WJ probably have a preferred method as well. There is no sense blowing your chances by listening to what you are told on some internet chat forum.
I know for a fact that applying to the Ontario Government with a one page resume won't even get you looked at for an interview. They have a very specific format that they want adhered to when applying for a posted job. They expect an applicant to speak to each one of the bullet points listed in the requirements section of the job ad explaining how their skills, knowledge and experience relate to the listed requirement.
I know numerous guys who can't figure out why that can't get noticed and all they have done is submit a one page resume to the Chief Pilot. I also know guys who are working for us today who submitted 5 to 7 page covering letters with their 3 page resume to the proper HR Department. Our Chief Pilot doesn't get involved in any hiring until HR hands him a list of potential candidates based on their submitted applications.
Right or wrong each operation has their preference and I would suggest finding out the correct format or preferred format before applying as I assume AC and WJ probably have a preferred method as well. There is no sense blowing your chances by listening to what you are told on some internet chat forum.
You Can Love An Airplane All You Want, But Remember, It Will Never Love You Back!
CLGuy,
Excellent points. I've been involved with hiring on the 703 side, and because of the sheer volume of resume's, I found that no one ever read the cover letters, and everyone just skipped to the hours and types flown. When I was a low timer, I had the nicest resume out there - professional paper, profesionally printed and everything. I would send my resume with a personalized cover letter, and I found it did ne no good. The jobs I got were from companies that got my name throgugh word of mouth. I would assume that the MNR actually does their HR screening like a real company - like you said, looking for achievments, etc.
Excellent points. I've been involved with hiring on the 703 side, and because of the sheer volume of resume's, I found that no one ever read the cover letters, and everyone just skipped to the hours and types flown. When I was a low timer, I had the nicest resume out there - professional paper, profesionally printed and everything. I would send my resume with a personalized cover letter, and I found it did ne no good. The jobs I got were from companies that got my name throgugh word of mouth. I would assume that the MNR actually does their HR screening like a real company - like you said, looking for achievments, etc.
MNR Fixed Wing Chief Pilot Interview: April 12, 2005
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Aviation Hangar Facility.
Please find attached the following Items needed for your interview:
Candidates are to bring the following:
Valid ATPL Land/Sea Licence & Current Instrument Rating
Valid Medical
Personal Log Books
6 Minute Presentation
Written Communication: Computer Reports, Training Materials and other Work Samples you have created. (No, E-mails )
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Aviation Hangar Facility.
Please find attached the following Items needed for your interview:
Candidates are to bring the following:
Valid ATPL Land/Sea Licence & Current Instrument Rating
Valid Medical
Personal Log Books
6 Minute Presentation
Written Communication: Computer Reports, Training Materials and other Work Samples you have created. (No, E-mails )
"What's it doing now?"
"Fly low and slow and throttle back in the turns."
"Fly low and slow and throttle back in the turns."
xsbank, that was for the Chief Pilot's position which is a management position. Interviews for line pilots require the same stuff as far as licences, log books, medicals etc. but they would never expect you to put on any sort of presentation. They are just question and answer type interviews.
Bede, no doubt the volume of resumes on the 703 side is far higher than what we would get and I have also heard the same complaints from friends who hire within 703. In that case you are right, Keep it Simple!!!
Bede, no doubt the volume of resumes on the 703 side is far higher than what we would get and I have also heard the same complaints from friends who hire within 703. In that case you are right, Keep it Simple!!!
You Can Love An Airplane All You Want, But Remember, It Will Never Love You Back!
