Recruitment and selection guide

The recruitment and selection decision is of prime importance as the vehicle for obtaining the best possible person-to-job fit which will, when aggregated, contribute significantly towards the Companys effectiveness. It is also becoming increasingly important, as the Company evolves and changes, that new recruits show a willingness to learn, adaptability and ability to work as part of a team. The Recruitment and Selection procedure should help managers to ensure that these criteria are addressed.

The Company Recruitment and Selection Policy should:

• be fair and consistent;
• be non-discriminatory on the grounds of sex, race, age, religion or disability;
• conform to statutory regulations and agreed best practice.

To ensure that these policy aims are achieved, all appointing managers should receive training in effective recruitment and selection.

PROCEDURE

The Recruitment Process

The following procedure should be used when a post is to be filled. The appointing manager must: