Situational judgement test · Train drivers
Explore how train driver applicants balance safety, effectiveness and teamwork
Candidates choose the most and least appropriate responses to 12 realistic job scenarios that train drivers will recognise, across 3 competencies. Recruitment and Candidate Reports come as standard.
See what candidates see
Choose the most and least appropriate responses to 12 train driver situations. Untimed.
Every candidate gets clear instructions and examples before the test starts. To try the full test yourself, ask us for a free trial.
What the Train Driver SJT measures
The Train Driver SJT is a situational judgement test for people applying to become train drivers. We have designed Train Driver SJTs for some of the biggest Train Operating Companies (TOCs) in the UK. Candidates are presented with realistic situations that train drivers will recognise and decide on the best response. It measures 3 competencies:
Collaborating with colleagues and customers
Working with others to maximise outcomes.
Performing safely
Always being alert to safety and security risks, and following safety instructions and procedures.
Performing effectively
Acting reliably and responsibly in managing tasks, duties, interactions and own health.
Why organisations choose Viewpoint SJTs
Realistic job scenarios
Candidates respond to situations they would really face in the role, so you see how they would handle the job.
Measures judgement, not knowledge
SJTs show how people weigh up a situation and choose what to do, which experience and CVs rarely reveal.
A preview of the job
Candidates get a realistic picture of the role, which helps them decide if it is right for them.
Reports for every audience
Reports for recruiters and for candidates, so everyone gets feedback that is useful to them.
Reports that do the work for you
You can download 2 reports as standard. Recruitment Report: for the organisation, to support a recruitment decision, with test scores, behavioural interpretation and interview questions. Candidate Report: for the candidate, with feedback on their performance, behavioural interpretation and development goals. If you want to see how you might perform, contact us and we can set up a Train Driver SJT for you, with a report that includes hints and tips for improving.
View sample
Recruitment Report
For recruiters and hiring managers
- An overall score and a score for each competency
- Behavioural interpretation of the results
- Interview questions to explore each competency
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Candidate Report
For the person who took it
- Constructive feedback in plain English
- No scores shown
- Practical suggestions for development
Who it’s for
The test is designed for train driving roles. Typical roles.
Trainee driver selection
Assess how applicants would perform safely and effectively in realistic driving situations.
Collaboration
See how candidates would work with colleagues and customers.
Interview questions
Use the Recruitment Report's interview questions to explore each candidate's choices.
How it works
- 1
Invite
Send candidates their link from the Viewpoint platform. They can complete it wherever suits them.
- 2
Respond to the scenarios
Candidates read or watch each scenario and choose the most and least appropriate responses.
- 3
Get the reports
Reports are ready as soon as the candidate finishes, for recruiters and for candidates.
At a glance
- 12 realistic work situations
- 4 possible responses for each situation
- Candidates choose the most appropriate and the least appropriate response
- Untimed, but typically takes up to 10 minutes
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Put safety first
Choose responses that show commitment to safety protocols and railway regulations.
Stay aware and decisive
Favour responses that assess the situation quickly and accurately, especially in the unexpected.
Be reliable and responsible
Look for options that show punctuality, consistency and care for passengers and the schedule.
See the Train Driver SJT for yourself
Try it and see the reports your team would receive. Contact us for a free trial or a demonstration of the platform.
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