The Ministry of Works and Infrastructure (MOWI) has initiated the second phase of its National Recruitment Drive, focusing on screening candidates to fill 1,100 vacancies across various operational and technical roles. The recruitment process, which began on October 19 at the National Cycling Velodrome in Balmain, Couva, saw an overwhelming response with over 28,000 applications submitted. Notably, approximately 6,800 applicants sought positions as laborers. Starting November 14, the ministry commenced mass screening for the first cohort of laborer candidates, a process set to continue until November 21. The ministry aims to interview 1,000 applicants daily, with shortlisted candidates expected to be deployed by December 1. Minister Jearlean John emphasized that this initiative fulfills the government’s promise to create employment opportunities and strengthen the ministry’s capacity to deliver impactful community projects. Successful candidates will undergo a probation period before being assigned to district offices nationwide to support priority infrastructure projects.