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#3760292 - 03/31/13 12:33 PM Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For  
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After so many years of trying, finally managed to secure myself an I.T job working for an airline! W00t!

God it's been hard work; here in Aus, to get into the airlines, it's usually a matter of who you know, not what you know, but in this case, I was selected out of 200 applicants. I'm very happy at the moment; the boss has already discussed my future in the company.

They've needed another person for some time; by years end we will have 400 staff to look after. Lots and lots of projects on the way, I can't wait. Airline flies mainly Embraer 120's, and Fokker F-100's. Haven't asked if they have a simulator on site yet....M'wahaha!

My new manager's very keen too; his been there for a few years, but he only learnt to fly gliders due to having a young family.

Can't help but think I will be a different person after next week, just had to share the news.

Cheers all,

AJ.


Kindest regards,

AJ

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#3760295 - 03/31/13 12:37 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congratulations AJ! Landing a job from a pool of 200 applicants is no mean feat. Nicely done!


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#3760297 - 03/31/13 12:40 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congrats Fish!


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#3760298 - 03/31/13 12:41 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Thanks Paul.

Once I settle in, I'll post some airside photos. It's making me feel more and more like getting my currency back, despite the cost. Now I just need to shed that surplus 20 kilos. Thanks very much 40's! LOL.


Cheers,

AJ.


Kindest regards,

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#3760300 - 03/31/13 12:45 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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I'm fighting the same problem wink


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#3760309 - 03/31/13 01:49 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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thumbsup I like the part about you being a different person. Our job is such a big part of our life, so having one you like is always a plus. Good luck.


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#3760310 - 03/31/13 01:51 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: Paul Rix]  
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Originally Posted By: Paul Rix
I'm fighting the same problem wink


Me too.


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#3760313 - 03/31/13 01:54 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congratulations Fish! In times like these, jobs of any kind aren't easy to get!


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#3760325 - 03/31/13 02:26 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congrats Fish! Way to go on the new job - I hope it works out very well for you.

Now go watch Airplane!

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#3760345 - 03/31/13 03:13 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Nicely done, Fish! That is excellent news. It sounds like your new boss is one of the good ones!

#3760348 - 03/31/13 03:18 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congratulations!
Great news.

#3760357 - 03/31/13 03:32 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Noooo...

They've sucked another one into their evil cabal! Enjoy it! I'm at my 5th (6th if I count the A320 wet-lease with Virgin Express) and I can tell you it's feast or famine. An airline, unless its state-supported like Emirates or Singapore, is in a continuous state of crisis. If you can handle the stress, it is a blast!

#3760363 - 03/31/13 03:39 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Happy for you, enjoy this next chapter of your life.

#3760367 - 03/31/13 03:44 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congratulations. Hope it all goes well now.

Then get back to flying.


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#3760445 - 03/31/13 08:19 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congratulations! It's hard enough finding a job these days, nevermind one you like! Good work!


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#3760447 - 03/31/13 08:22 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congratulations!

#3760449 - 03/31/13 08:24 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: WalterNowi]  
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Good on yer Taco, hope you enjoy it and its always nice to hear of a happy ending these days. thumbsup


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#3760510 - 03/31/13 11:13 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Well done mate. Be nice to security and catering and you're peachy smile

#3760561 - 04/01/13 02:08 AM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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Congratulations FT!

Wait with the camera until after the trial period, though wink


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#3760710 - 04/01/13 01:13 PM Re: Finally Got The Break I've Been Waiting For [Re: FishTaco]  
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congrats, I hope it really works out for you!


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