New employees are not pressurised with targets but are involved in induction programmes and exposure to various facets of the job so they feel comfortable with the work environment. The company frequently sponsors employees to various seminars, conferences, and workshops for skills development. It also provides opportunities to employees to go on overseas trips, such as to attend trade fairs and exhibitions.

The five main criteria METL use when recruiting include integrity; sincerity and commitment; determination to achieve the best; a positive outlook and a strong work ethic. For its part, as one of the largest, trading, industrial, agricultural and distribution houses in Tanzania, METL offers enormous potential and exciting career prospects. The company is an equal opportunity employer, invests in training and skills development and offers competitive salaries and reward for achievement.