Recruiting for the composites industry can be challenging, especially when trying to assess candidates who are new to the field. Identifying the right individuals—those with the practical skills and potential to excel in composites—often requires more than just a CV and an interview. To address this, Access Composites has developed a new service: Skills Test for Interviews.
A New Approach to Recruitment
Our trade tests are specifically designed to evaluate candidates with no prior experience in composites. These tests focus on assessing key skills such as:
• Dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions
• Basic tool-handling, including scissors, knives, and measuring tools
These are the foundational abilities that form the building blocks for successful composite technicians. By putting candidates through practical, hands-on tasks, employers gain a clearer picture of whether a candidate has the potential to thrive in a composite environment.
Industry Collaboration and Proven Success
This service was developed in collaboration with Teledyne CML Composites, whose invaluable support helped shape the test design and implementation. Recently trialled during their recruitment process, the trade tests have already shown huge success, helping identify candidates with the right potential and mindset to join their team.
What’s Next?
While this service is already making an impact, the development doesn’t stop here. Recognising the need to cater to all levels of expertise, Access Composites is working on a new version of the trade test tailored for candidates who already have composites experience. This advanced test will focus on assessing specific skills relevant to experienced technicians, ensuring that businesses can make informed hiring decisions at all levels.
Get Involved
If you’re interested in enhancing your recruitment process or would like to learn more about the Skills Tests for Interviews, we’d love to hear from you. Together, we can ensure the composites industry continues to attract and nurture the talent it needs to thrive with an assessment tailored to your company needs.
Access Composites is proud to support businesses and the wider composites industry in developing the workforce of the future. Let’s build it together!
For more information or to discuss how this service could benefit your business, get in touch with us today info@accesscomposites.co.uk