Application Process & Interviews at John Holland

My Graduate Interview was good. It was very informal and conversational which took the pressure off, and they gave me a tour of the office which helped me envision what working here would be like. I think it would have been beneficial to be introduced to the site I first worked on before placement (even after offer acceptance), as I was not expecting such a difference between corporate and project facilities and culture.

Was extensive but i appreciated the initial rounds which were conducted online and then coming into the office for a F2F interview before being offered a role

Assessment was to test the knowledge we have

Straight forward process

Generally positive experience, not too many rounds, fast timeline and good feedback.

There were four steps in the hiring process. The interview process included group assessment and a one-on-one interview followed by graduate panel with current graduates in the program for a Q/A session.

One interview when I was an undergrad, then expressed interest in the grad program and had one meeting with the Senior people officer and aws offered a position in the grad program. I had to work really hard and show I wanted to be there but it paid off.

Have and online interview Face to face interview Health check

It was quite a while ago and cannot remember entire process. There was a questionnaire/ personality test to begin with. There was a phone interview, and a group interview where we were asked to solve a problem as a group. Final interview was an individual interview.

I went through a series of individual and group interviews

Online values quiz, video interview, resume and cover letter, group interview/challenge, individual interview.

The process was a bit more relaxed than other companies in the initial stage. From memory, there were a couple of questions but responses could be rerecorded which really helped to settle nerves and give it your best shot. The assessment centre was broken into groups (approx. 4-5 people) with a central task. Ours was about managing safety and policy between JV partners. Next followed a one on one interview with some detail about the interviewers and their roles. Then some questions surrounding reasons for applying to John Holland specifically and what is your personal edge?

1. Submit resume and fill out forms 2. Sit online tests 3. Online group interview 4. Face to face interview with manager and member of HR

The application process started with an online application and assessment, with one video question. Next was the online assessment centre, where we were put into groups and had to provide a solution to a problem, then answer some questions on our solution. Finally, I had an in person interview with a HR rep and two senior engineering managers which was relatively casual .

Aptitude test and short recorded video interview, then an assessment centre, and final interview

online test, phone interview and face to face interview.

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Started working as an undergraduate and did not require an interview prior to starting full time as a graduate.

Many steps and hoops to jump through Lengthy process

The graduate application process was a bit drawn out.

Too long ago to really remember. Stuff around my experience working in a team, what is important to me in a company etc.

For it was internal transfer

Mix of technical questions related to the role and behavioural questions aimed at understanding my personality and working style.

Why do you want to work at John Holland? What are your interests, and which unit of business do you prefer?

cant remember it was nearly three years ago

Where I was studied My background Some experiences

Why do you want to work at JHG? They asked about myself and what I enjoy doing. Interested in my personality.

Why did I pursue construction? what units did I complete at university? am I capable with Microsoft word and excel

Why did you apply for the John Holland Graduate Program? What skills and edge do you have? (Why are you best suited to this role?)

General questions about my previous experience and education Tell us about a time when you made a mistake at work. What did you do to fix it? What has drawn you to John Holland Rail?

Some of the questions that I was asked: 1-Why did I choose engineering? 2-Why did I choose my university? 3-Why do I want to join the graduate program? I was asked a lot of situational questions: 4-how do I deal with conflicts at work. 5-I was asked to describe a situation where I made a mistake at work and how I fixed it. Etc..

What I was looking for in the role.

Behavioural questions

Who is your favourite superhero and why? Pro/cons of your past work experience Why do you want to join the JHG program? What is your expectation from JHG Do you like building or rail infrastructure and why? How much do you know about rail construction? Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Questions which usually puts the interviewee in a circumstance and asked to provide an answer and backed up with an example.

Why do you want to work for us?

Why John Holland?

Experience in dealing with difficult situations Examples of initiatives shown and being proactive How well do you work in a team.

Behavioural questions about times I have demonstrated certain skills.

Queried on topics that I wrote in my online application. Previous experience/workplace and a few general HR questions.

Research the industry to understand the culture and expectations. Also look up John Hollands Projects and which one's interest you to make placement easier and more beneficial to you. Don't be too nervous and approach it as a formal conversation/meeting where you ask questions too.

Research the company, ensure you share the same values and ensure your long-term goals/vision align with the company's mission and values

You do not need to know everything to apply John Holland. be confident in yourself and apply for multiple roles within your liking and eventually you will get one don't just limit yourself to one.

Prepare a set of past experiences that you can use as examples to illustrate how you work, both independently and as part of a team.

Be yourself! Learn more the company and the projects so you can understand if it aligns with you goals.

They are all about their people. Value diversity and having the right person for the job, no matter who you are. be yourself and be confidant in that. if your are starting out with limited experience, make it known you are willing to learn. they will invest time in teaching you, and keeping you for the long haul.

Be confident and answer every questions.

- Be yourself. It is easier to be more confident this way. - Don't give generic answers in the interview, give answers that are specific to you and truthful. - Practise your answers before interview. Look up common interview questions and practise your responses. It helps with nerves. - Make sure you do research about the company before interviewing.

Research the company, projects and values.

Consider how our Company values align with your personal values. What skills and experiences can you bring that set you apart from others applying for this role? (Both formal qualifications and soft skills) Be genuine at the assessment centre, you don't need to talk the most, nor dominate the ideas pool, just aim to make key considered contributions and support the team.

Ensure you research the team you are wishing to join and express why you are interested in THAT team in particular. A lot of people just apply because of the name, so when you express interest in the particular sub discipline, it can go a long way to making a good impression.

Do research about the projects the company is currently involved in Have a good understanding of the company values/purpose Know why you're interested in applying for John Holland/Construction

My advice is to learn more about the company.

Research the company and be yourself, be upfront with your concerns and questions.

Confidence and passion.

Learn MORE about John Holland's culture and past experience in the projects it has worked on.

The aptitude tests & screening process can be cut-throat and is arguably the most difficult stage of the application. Undertake practise exams to get an understanding of how to approach the questions (time is very restrictive).

Be yourself and show your passion in the industry.

Ask yourself why you want to work here.

Showcase your eagerness to learn and excel Showcase the past experience you have and highlighting your attributes specifically what they are looking for.