Job Interview.

[moonraker558]

I have to attend a job interview for my present job but at a new location due to my present location closing down next year. I am too old for all this crap but was just wondering what questions I could ask them that would impress and give me the edge over the other candidates? What would they like to hear? I can't say the nature of my job online so just a general idea of what to ask would be much appreciated. I am not too good in this kind of envoirment and get a bit flustered. Thanks guy's.

[moonraker558]

Thanks for that Eddie, I forgot to point out that everyone else here and at a similar location close by that is also closing about twenty five in all, will all be pushing for two jobs that are vacant at the new place.

[Eve]

Just generally, is it in the public or private sector?

[moonraker558]

MOD

[JustChillin]

The interview questions will be based on the Company's competencies. These will be listed in the Job advertisement, usually 5 or 6 listed. So ensure that you answers can be linked to to the competencies. Give sensible well thought out answers based on your experience. Use the "STAR" Technique for planning the answer, 'Situation' following through to Result". This is what will impress them - that you have prepared for the interview.

It sounds a bit simplistic: but listen to the question being asked AND answer that question - sticking to the point and don't go off at a tangent.

Try not to get too nervous, if you've prepared for the interview,you will be in a better position. Interviewers are looking for the best person for the job. They are not out to trip you up.

Be punctual and smartly turned out.

If you ask questions, make sure the answers haven't already been answered during the interview. This can be a problem with prepared questions. It looks as if you weren't paying attention during the interview. Good Luck.

[Eve]

Look at any additional core competencies as well which apply to your sector(s) too if public sector, make sure you give them all the information they need to tick all the relevant boxes (sometimes literally if they are scoring). Is there someone who is well versed in interview procedure and how it all works who would be willing to go through this for you? Are there extras like have you had to change location or sector or job before where you can show your successful flexibility and adaptation skills?

[cathfromsaron]

i would make a list of your achievements and how well you work in your current role, and bring them up throughout questioning!

and keep calm and professional! let other people worry!