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Following our first recruiters’ tips article on CV writing, we wanted to shed light on the next stage of the candidate journey: submitting an application and what happens afterwards.
Mustapha Letabi, Saltanat Tulebayeva and Mohamed Birem, from Altea Energy’s recruitment team, answer some of the questions we receive most frequently about the recruitment process, from submitting your CV to potentially being mobilised on a technical assistance project in the energy sector.
Mustapha Letabi, Head of Recruitment, outlines the main stages of the process: “Every application is reviewed against the requirements of the assignment. If your profile is shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you for a telephone interview and may ask additional questions if necessary. Your profile is then submitted to the client, and feedback can take anywhere from 15 days to a month, depending on the client teams’ workload and availability.”
Before this shortlisting stage, your CV is assessed based on your experience, skills and qualifications, whether in Oil & Gas, Nuclear or Renewable Energy.
“If your profile is a good match, a dedicated recruiter will usually contact you within 1 to 5 working days to discuss your experience, expectations, availability and the details of the assignment,” explains Saltanat Tulebayeva, Senior Recruitment Consultant.
“If your profile is not an immediate match for the position you applied for, your CV is kept in our talent database for future opportunities,” adds Mohamed Birem, Senior Sourcing Specialist.
Response times may therefore vary depending on the urgency of the project, the number of applications received and the client’s recruitment schedule.
A single assignment can attract several hundred applications.
“We do our best to communicate with candidates as efficiently as possible, but we cannot always guarantee an individual response to everyone,” Saltanat Tulebayeva points out.
Yes, absolutely.
“Our candidate pool includes people who have previously applied, as well as professionals identified through other sourcing channels. We review their CVs to assess whether they match an assignment or a client’s requirements, and then contact them to discuss the terms of the opportunity,” explains Mohamed Birem.
The recruitment team actively manages talent pools specialising in Oil & Gas, Nuclear and Renewable Energy.
“If your CV shows that your profile is particularly well suited to an assignment, the recruiter checks your contact details and gets in touch to present the opportunity, the expected start date and other key information. If you agree to proceed, your CV is then forwarded to the client. This also applies to professionals identified through LinkedIn or other platforms. Our experienced recruiters know how to quickly identify the right profiles, wherever they are,” adds Mustapha Letabi.
“You are, of course, free to decide whether you wish to be considered for the opportunity,” emphasises Saltanat Tulebayeva.
A recruiter will first share information about the assignment and discuss your experience, interest and availability before taking the process any further.
“Yes. Although the main stages of recruitment are broadly similar, certain requirements vary depending on the assignment, client, project, country and energy sector,” explains Saltanat Tulebayeva.
Some sectors, such as Nuclear or offshore Oil & Gas, may require specific certifications, safety authorisations or medical examinations, including BOSIET, HUET or medical fitness certificates.
Administrative and legal requirements also differ between countries, including visa procedures, work permit processing times, taxation and local employment regulations.
“Our recruitment and mobility teams guide candidates through these specific requirements, step by step, to ensure a smooth transition,” she adds.
Timelines can also vary depending on the project context, particularly when the client is experiencing a period of intense activity. In such cases, the process may take 30 to 45 days, according to Mustapha Letabi.
Overall, the stages remain largely the same across sectors: “The factor that has the greatest influence on the process is the client’s own pace, rather than Altea Energy’s.”
Regularly checking the assignments published on the Altea Energy website and LinkedIn page remains the most direct approach, according to Mustapha Letabi.
“It’s useful to connect directly with recruiters, either by phone or on LinkedIn, and to update your profile whenever you acquire a new skill, learn to use new software or change companies.”
Saltanat Tulebayeva also recommends:
“Staying in touch with recruiters you’ve already spoken to, and letting them know about your updated availability or recent experience, also helps you remain visible,” she adds.
A speculative application allows you to submit your CV and professional details even when there is no current vacancy that directly matches your profile.
“It is particularly relevant when you are looking for a new opportunity or a new professional challenge,” explains Mohamed Birem.
Saltanat Tulebayeva recommends submitting a speculative application in several situations:
“Submitting a speculative application adds your profile to our talent pool, allowing us to contact you as soon as a relevant assignment becomes available,” she concludes.
Not being selected for a specific assignment does not mean the end of your journey with Altea Energy. Recruitment decisions depend on the specific requirements of each assignment, and another project may be a much better match for your experience, qualifications, availability or location, explains Saltanat Tulebayeva.
“In accordance with our data protection policy, your profile is securely stored in our internal talent database for no longer than is strictly necessary for this purpose. You can request the removal of your details at any time.”
“As soon as a new project matching your profile and skills becomes available, our recruitment team will get back in touch to discuss the opportunity and assess your interest and availability. We encourage you to keep your CV and contact details up to date to help us identify you for suitable opportunities,” confirms Mohamed Birem.
“If you are not selected for an assignment, an Altea Energy recruiter will contact you by phone or email to inform you of the outcome. Wherever possible, we provide constructive feedback on your application, particularly if your profile has been submitted to a client. You may also be invited to complete a candidate satisfaction survey. Your feedback is valuable and helps us continuously improve our recruitment process and the overall candidate experience,” explains Mustapha Letabi.
Submitting your application is just the first step. Altea Energy’s recruitment team carefully reviews every profile, whether it is an immediate match for an assignment or becomes part of an active talent pool that is regularly consulted when new opportunities arise.
Keeping your CV and LinkedIn profile up to date, staying in touch with recruiters you have previously spoken to, and regularly checking new vacancies and applying with a tailored CV for each position are among the best ways to remain visible throughout your journey with Altea Energy.
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