What to submit

In order to be competitive, it is essential that you demonstrate that you have the capabilities for the role you are applying for.

We require a covering letter and C.V. Ensure you have updated your C.V. with your most recent/current role including a brief description of your key duties. (Click here for information on preparing a CV and cover letter).

Preparing for the Interview

Read the Job Description

This is essential to ensure you understand what the job entails. This is also where you should think about your own skills and abilities and try to think of examples where you might have demonstrated that you have the skills required for the role.

Do your research!

If you don’t know a lot about the role or SBS make sure you do some research before the interview. Find out as much as you can to ensure that the job is what you think it is, and that it fits with your career plans. It is also important to understand what SBS is about and that it is a company that you would fit into.

Other sources of information to help prepare include relevant professional associations and trade journals/magazines, newspapers (for current affairs knowledge), the internet and other people involved in the industry. This information can help you understand the industry and external influences that affect SBS.

Think of some questions that you would like to ask the interview panel. Remember that this is a two-way process. This is your opportunity to assess if this role is a good fit for your own skills and abilities. Any questions regarding remuneration should be directed to SBS Human Resources.

Interview Questions

SBS uses a mix of eligibility type questions, i.e. questions that assess your past performance (or entry criteria) for the role, as well as questions that assess your suitability (or performance criteria) for the role in future.

Often during questioning we will be seeking behavioural examples. A behavioural example is a description of a specific example of past behaviour which can be used to assess the presence of a skill. Most behavioural examples are characterised by specific references to names, dates, numbers and locations.

For example, a behavioural question might sound something like this …”Tell me about a time where you dealt with a difficult customer. What did you do and what was the outcome?” It’s always a good idea to reflect on past experiences prior to interview as a way of preparing examples that will be relevant to the role you’re applying for.

How does this job fit with your career goals?

It is surprising how many people fail to think about how the role they’re applying for fits in with their career plans. It is essential that you can answer the question “Why did you apply for this role” with a well-thought out answer that demonstrates to the interview panel that this role is a logical step in your career.

Click here to view information on ability testing