Are we talking wiring a standard 13 amp plug? If so, then a lot of people these days won't have done that as virtually everything comes with a moulded plug. I used to do it a lot in the past but over the last 5 years I have probably fitted 2 plugs and that is only because it was for a TV stand and the design meant you had to cut the moulded plug off the lead to be able to thread it into the stand.

But, if I was going to an interview where I knew I had to fit a plug I would do it a number of times before attending to make sure I could do it easily.

It was more about the kind of mind that would problem solve and be inquisitive, rather than the exact task itself.

I knew in my head how to do it, but just never gave it a go.
The task is only to see if you can follow instructions that are given to you on a sheet.

I've been wondering what fuel card you get given, but esso? I don't even know where my nearest esso garage is! I thought they went a long time ago.

I got told yarnfield for a week or two and then Harrogate for the rest, both of which accommodation is provided.

OK, fair enough.

http://www.essofuelfinder.co.uk

Hi Dan
I'm from Durham and got assessment tomorrow in South shield

I hope it will be good experience

Good luck for everyone

Hi jajo,
South Shields?!? How come I didn't get offered one that close to home?! Haha.
Hope it goes well for you!

Thanks zarjaz, I already did that after I posted that comment and was surprised to see that not only is there one 3-4 miles away from me but there's a few dotted around the area! I never seem to notice esso about much these days.

Hi ,

Just recently been offered the Openreach engineers job looking at starting June 27th first week at yarnfield but not sure where after that, am based in Lincoln so hopefully Harrogate and not Croydon!

Anyone else starting on this date?

Im starting on June 13th so I guess I'll be finishing at Yarnfield just as you start. Can't wait to get cracking though! Anyone else starting then?

Agree,I can't wait to start either! Have you received your official offer yet? I was told I would get mine mid-may as they release them in starting order. I was told I would receive a phone call 2 weeks before I'm due to start to discuss accommodation and travel etc.