ATTICS International Recruitment Strategy and Procedures
These policies are developed exclusively for ATTICS International. Any copying, sharing, or reuse without written consent is not permitted.
Purpose
ATTICS International is committed to recruiting competent, qualified, and ethical personnel who support the organization’s mission to deliver internationally recognized auditing, training, certification, inspection, testing, and calibration services.
The purpose of this strategy and procedure is to define a structured, fair, and transparent recruitment process that ensures the selection of personnel based on competence, experience, and alignment with ATTICS International’s values and ISO-certified management systems.
Scope
This procedure applies to recruitment of:
Employees (permanent or contract)
Auditors and technical experts
Trainers and assessors
Inspectors and laboratory personnel
Administrative and support staff
External consultants and specialists
ATTICS International shall:
Recruit based on competence, merit, and suitability
Provide equal opportunity and non-discrimination
Ensure impartial and transparent selection processes
Verify qualifications and experience
Maintain confidentiality of applicant information
Comply with legal employment requirements
Workforce Planning
Recruitment planning is based on:
Organizational structure and service needs
New service or project requirements
Succession planning and staff turnover
Competence gaps identified through performance reviews
Recruitment Procedure
Step 1: Vacancy Identification
Line managers submit recruitment requests to HR / Management, defining:
Job role and responsibilities
Required qualifications and experience
Competence and certification requirements
Step 2: Job Description and Advertisement
HR prepares:
Job description and role profile
Advertisement through appropriate channels
Equal opportunity statement
Step 3: Application and Screening
Applications received and logged
Shortlisting based on defined criteria
Verification of qualifications and experience
Step 4: Interview and Assessment
Structured interviews conducted by selection panel
Technical or competence assessments where applicable
Conflict of interest declarations obtained
Step 5: Selection and Approval
Candidate selected based on evaluation results
Final approval by Top Management
Offer letter and contract issued
Step 6: Reference and Background Checks
Verification of references
Identity and qualification checks
Professional certification validation where applicable
Step 7: Induction and Onboarding
New staff undergo induction program
Role-specific training assigned
Access and system credentials issued
Recruitment of Auditors, Assessors, and Technical Experts
Additional requirements include:
Verification of professional certifications
Technical competence evaluation
Observation or trial assignments
Approval under ATTICS Competence Framework
Equal Opportunity and Diversity
ATTICS International provides equal employment opportunity regardless of:
Gender
Race or ethnicity
Religion
Disability
Age
Nationality
Discrimination is not tolerated.
Data Protection
Applicant information is:
Treated confidentially
Stored securely
Retained only for defined recruitment periods
Managed under Data Protection Policy (GDPR-aligned)
Records
Recruitment records maintained include:
Job descriptions
Applications and shortlisting records
Interview evaluation forms
Selection decisions
Employment contracts
Compliance with International Standards
Aligned with:
ISO 21001:2025 – Fair and ethical educational governance
ISO 9001:2015 – Competence-based resource management
ISO/IEC 17024:2012 – Competent personnel in certification activities
ISO/IEC 17025 – Technical competence recruitment
Approved By : Mr. Zaib Ali
Authorized Position : Head of Operations