English Test for Recruitment (ETR)
The English Test for Recruitment is a cost-effective, online English assessment designed for non-native speaking workers in high-risk industries. It evaluates the real-world English skills needed to communicate safely and effectively in English-speaking work environments.
Designed for recruitment agencies and employers, ETR provides a reliable, CEFR-aligned benchmark for safe hiring decisions — ensuring workers, subcontractors, and teams have the language ability required on site.
What does ETR assess?
• Speaking, Listening, Reading & Writing
• Practical workplace English
• CEFR Levels A1–B2
• Writing and speaking marked by native-speaking assessors with industry experience
Why Use ETR?
• Streamline recruitment of non-native speakers
• Vet subcontractors quickly and efficiently
• Audit and benchmark current workforce language skills
• Improve site communication and safety standards
• Get clear hiring recommendations (e.g. suitable for work, needs support/training)
Key Features
• Mobile-friendly and accessible on all devices
• Flexible testing – available anytime
• Fast results
• Short duration: 45–60 minutes
• Assesses all 4 key skills
• CEFR-based results with certificates for test takers
• Global reporting for companies
Which industries?
ETR is designed for workers in the following industries:
• Oil & Gas
• Energy & Utilities
• Transport
• Manufacturing
• Waste Management
• Construction
ETR: Offshore
A specialised version of ETR tailored for offshore oil, gas, and maritime workers operating on vessels or platforms.
Case Study: Improving Safety on Site
See how ETR helped a UK manufacturing company improve communication, site safety, and productivity across a multilingual workforce.
