Currently going through the joining process and I’ve been educating myself on what to expect, I’m curious about how much time supply chain logs spend at sea, from my research I see ‘60/40’ quite frequently. Is this a fair assessment?
I’m off to Cranwell soon for the Aircrew Medical. It’s been over two years since I was last there so I have completely forgotten the dress code.
I seem to recall that there was a poster that had two different dress codes depending of the time of year.
If anyone has that poster or knows the dress code for May, that would be greatly appreciated.
Because its my favourite ad of all time, its incredibly funny, but the real question is, did it actually help with recruitment?
I’m really fucked and up against it for my fitness test
For context I have my CPC soon enough and I’m just getting to 12 minutes for the 2.4km run
I feel like absolute hell and can even taste blood sometimes afterwards
And from what I’m seeing most people are doing it in 11 mins or under and I know I won’t be able to make that and being singled out as the slowest seems like a fast track on getting noticed by the staff
And that’s not even mentioning the Moc firefighting drill which sounds brutal and I’m barely even meeting the minimum weight requirement
Point is should I even continue with my application or am I just wasting my time?
this feels like a specific question - for context I have passed AIB twice and have applied as Warfare Officer (Submariner). I have already had a FSB first attempt, didn’t make it. does anyone know if the FSB take into consideration I have passed AIB twice, and how many people do they take in for each intake. kinda struggling with waiting for results.
I have recently attended CPC and completed AIB for my application to join the RN. I've decided to do my own writeup as I have found a lot of information and people's perspectives/opinions really helpful on this sub, so hopefully I can help you. Please ask questions, no matter how silly you think they may be.
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CPC
Overall, CPC(W) was a fantastic experience and I strongly recommend you approach it with an enthusiastic attitude. It was great to mix with a variety of people, and it is extremely likely that you will make friends and learn a lot of valuable information.
In regards to preparation, there isn't TOO much that you can do. Ensure that you have everything on the kit list and rock up in the dress code stated and you will be fine. Perhaps watching videos on Hospital Corners/Bed Making, Boot Polishing, Ironing and Folding to A4 would be beneficial (I wish I had done this, but it's definitely not necessary). The medical and the run are the most important aspects, so make sure that you are physically capable of passing both to the best of your ability.
We were required to shower and clean ship (do block jobs) every morning and evening. We were also required to be clean shaven, make our beds and keep our space tidy each morning before breakfast.
We were given bedding, clothes to wear, boots, water bottles and lockers/keys. I recommend you keep your water bottle, notepad/pen and locker key in your trouser-pockets/on-you at all times and be where you need to be 5 mins early. There was quite a lot of "death by powerpoint", but it always ended in a helpful Q&A session with the staff. Ask them as many questions as you can. Typically the afternoons involved boot polishing or ironing and folding - it was a relaxed environment and you got PLENTY of time to complete what was required. We were taught some basic drill, which again, was quite relaxed. There were a couple of Practical Leadership Tasks (PLTs) across the week, get involved and have fun and you'll be fine, they were enjoyable.
The assessed run and IMF taster-session took place on the afternoon of the last full day. Give it 110%, and be prepared to do burpees, press-ups and squats. It didn't last long.
Good luck and remember to be enthusiastic!
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AIB
As you are probably aware, the AIB consists of two assessed parts. The PRI and the GPE.
In regards to the PRI, practice some questions that you think will come up, but also be prepared to answer unexpected questions on the spot. They sometimes combined two questions into one, so be prepared to answer these in the 2 minutes given. You probably already know that you get two attempts at each of the 8 questions, and if you chose to do the second attempt, your first attempt is scrapped. Try your very best to not rely on notes and keep eye contact with the camera.
I found the GPE slightly less intense than the PRI. There's an icebreaker, and the staff were really informative. We were given a scenario of which we were required to come up with an effective solution (we didn't get close...). Give your best effort to contribute throughout and definitely contribute when presenting your final plan to the staff (you should be given some time to delegate who presents what). At the end, you're pulled aside to a private room with a member of staff where they ask you questions about the scenario - try and retain as much info from the scenario as you can. They may also ask you a random S=D/T question to answer on the spot, just take your time.
Overall, my main bit of advice is to be as enthusiastic and as confident as possible. I wish you the best of luck!
I’m looking to join the RNR as an officer before my next year of uni starts. How long does the process normally take, and would it be feasible to do over the summer break? I have about 4 months free.
I’ll get over to a careers office tomorrow anyway, but was wondering if it was even possible to do it in this time frame. I also have a fair bit of fitness to do and have to get used to swimming again before I’d feel comfortable going for the physicals.
Cheers.
If I’m being honest I’ve pissed away 7 years of adulthood and want to get my life back on track, I’ve quit smoking, started eating well and exercising.
I’ve been eyeing up the Royal Navy for quite some time now but I worry the damage from smoking may have caused long term damage, is there a way to find out if I am eligible to serve in the Royal Navy before I enter phase 1 and put 100% in just to be told I am not medically fit?
Hi, I'm joining the Navy as a Diver and was planning on going to CPC next month but there has been a massive delay which has left me to wait till September. I've got plenty of time on my hands and just want to fill the time so has anyone got any suggestions of useful stuff to know or learn before joining. Any suggestions welcome.
just got my cpc for 12th-16th July so need some advice
Also am I allowed a loofah or wash cloth for the showers? Doesn’t mention on the kit list
Hi all, just a general question as my recruiter is on leave- does anyone know roughly how big the reserve list is for Warfare Aviation Officer? On the reserve list for July intake but no idea how many people are also on it.
Hi everyone,
I’m a Commonwealth applicant currently living in England, and I’ve been trying for almost a year to register my interest in joining the Royal Navy. Unfortunately, every time I apply, it says the Commonwealth quota is full.
I understand spaces for commonwealth citizens are limited, but I really want to join. Has anyone here successfully applied recently or knows the best way to register interest and receive the application link when spaces become available?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.