A total of 1700 Sri Lankans have been selected for employment following the initial round of skill tests conducted for positions in the construction industry in Israel.
According to the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), over 50% of the applicants were qualified.
The first round of testing took place from 18-26 February 2024 at the Industrial Engineering Training Institute in Katubedda.
Representatives from the Israeli government conducted these assessments and interviews.
The tests aimed to evaluate applicants’ ability to meet the specific needs of the Israeli construction industry, with a particular focus on skills in floor tiling and other relevant areas. The process was conducted independently and free from external interference.
Applicants who registered through the SLBFE were called for the assessments and interviews.
Coordinating Secretary of the Minister of Labour, Suneth Athukorala visited the testing site on Monday (Feb 26) to observe the progress.
During the visit, Israeli representatives expressed satisfaction and commended the skill level of the applicants.
The SLBFE said consequently, another round of testing with their participation is scheduled for the coming weeks.
The SLBFE added that applicants can obtain skill verification from any recognized competency testing centre and submit it to the SLBFE head office or a regional office to obtain registration. (NewsWire)
