How would you dress for an interview for a job in arb?

[will.morris]

I'm a newly qualified chainsaw operative, been in landscaping for over 2 years and I'm now looking for a job as a groundy/trainee climber.

 

Just wondered, the guys on here that employ people, how would you expect me to dress for an interview?

 

Suited & booted and I feel the employer may think I don't wanna get my hands dirty. But jeans and t-shirt, will they think I've not made an effort?

[Dionysus]

i just came in in everyday jeans n trainers for my interview, i thinks its more about what you say and your confidence and attitude.

[DN22 Gardening]

sorry, i must be old fashioned.

 

two lads, same quals. same attitude,

 

the one who's made the extra effort wins everytime

[Dionysus]

but really? i think a suit is a must for an interview for tree officers surveyors etc, but brush draggers and groundsmen? your counting out some dedicated people.

[mixedangased]

ppe and ready for a work trial

[ukminch]

I've never really interviewed anyone, more needed staff given them a go, you know within a couple of hours if they're any good or not. Done a few intereviews though most grilling for the RAF.

 

I would say a smart pair of jeans, shoes, and a plain t-shirt/jumper/shirt etc would suffice.

 

Normally the company will give you an indication of what they expect, if not give them a bell and ask them.

 

R

[Ian Flatters]

I walked into my first arb interview with muddy hands and dirty trousers, got me the job.

[AJarb]

ppe and ready for a work trial

 

:thumbup:

[alex_m]

i'm not really down with fashion lingo but 'smart/casual' is best.

just make sure your jeans and hoody aren't scruffy.

[Ben90]

ppe and ready for a work trial

 

What he said.

 

Real arborists surely don't have time for a sit-down interview. A trial shift is much more representative of a potential employee's skills, commitment and attitude.

 

Anyway, I'm sure he has his reasons. If it were me I'd wear a casual buttoned shirt with the sleeves rolled up, nice jeans and some normal (but clean) boots.

 

To me that says 'Hey, I can get my hands dirty, but you can still take me seriously cause I'm not dressed like a tramp'