The Brief
KBS Maritime approached us with a clear vision:
We’re looking to host an event for our apprentice open day. The intention is to take the candidates on a guided tour of Portsmouth Dockyard in the morning, and in the afternoon, split them into groups for a GPS-based treasure hunt that tests teamwork, initiative, and problem-solving.
The goal was to deliver a team-based activity that was fun, immersive, and — most importantly — a subtle but effective assessment tool for potential apprentices
The Solution
Wildgoose designed a fully customised GPS treasure hunt tailored to 10+ historic locations within Portsmouth Dockyard.
Key Features:
- Played in teams of 4-5, each group guided by two assessors.
- 15 interactive hotspots activated via GPS.
- Each location featured:
- A location-specific question
- A trivia task (dockyard or company-related)
- A creative photo or video challenge
- Live leaderboard kept competition high and energy higher.
- Company branding, logos, and colours embedded throughout.
The game was delivered with an onsite host to ensure smooth execution and high engagement.
The Results
- 18 candidates, split into 5 teams
- 10 assessors embedded with teams (2 per group)
- 7 candidates invited to interview based on performance
- 3 apprenticeship offers made as a direct result of the day
This event proved how a custom, location-aware digital experience could serve not only as entertainment-but as a strategic recruitment tool. It brought out critical soft skills:
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Leadership potential
- Problem-solving under pressure
The GPS challenge is now a reusable asset for KBS Maritime. With the content tailored and ready, future cohorts can enjoy the same experience with only minor hosting costs-making it an efficient long-term investment in talent assessment.
