Hashtag: #EmploymentInBermuda
Over 35 Jobs Listed On Marriott St Regis Website
If you are looking for a job, it may be a good idea to visit the Marriott website, which currently lists 39 job position openings for the St Regis Bermuda Resort, which is due to open later this year. The jobs listed include Guest Service Supervisor, Spa Therapist, Sales Manager, Chef de Cuisine, Utility Attendant, Executive Administrative Assistant,... Read more of this article
DWD, Local Recruiters Hold Networking Event
The Department of Workforce Development partnered with local recruitment agencies to “hold a virtual networking event to help talented Bermudians secure employment.” A Government spokesperson said, “On Friday, 5th February, the event brought together approximately 60 Bermudian corporate professionals, living on the island and abroad,... Read more of this article
Video: SailGP Jobs & Opportunities Webinar
The webinar hosted by Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] on SailGP jobs and business opportunities is now accessible online. A spokesperson said, “A total of more than 150 people attended the 90-minute, January 8 webinar, hosted by the BTA and featuring SailGP Event Director Jennie Kim and Head of Marketing & Innovation Michael Porter; SailGP... Read more of this article
Apply For Summer Employment Programme
The Department of Workforce Development will be accepting applications for the Summer Employment Program starting this Friday. In an online post, the Bermuda Government said, “The Department of Workforce Development will be accepting applications for the Summer Employment Program from Friday, January 15, 2021 to February 15, 2021. All Bermudian... Read more of this article
Minister: Labour Law, Employment Act Changes
“Amendments to the Employment Act seek to strengthen the benefits and protects of all employees in Bermuda’s labour force, as well as modernize and clarify areas of the existing legislation,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said today. Minister Hayward said, “I would like to take this opportunity to remind the public of the tabling... Read more of this article
Minister: Job Training Programmes Being Offered
“The Department of Workforce Development has developed and will sponsor several training programmes which will benefit displaced workers,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Nov 13], the Minister said, “You are aware that there has been considerable job loss since the onset of the pandemic.... Read more of this article
Moratorium On New Work Permits In Certain Jobs
Noting that “Bermuda is currently experiencing unparalleled levels of unemployment,” the Government will place an immediate moratorium on new work permits in certain job categories for a 6-month period ending on April 30th, 2021. The 6-month expansion for closed categories is for new work-permits and not renewals of work permits the Government... Read more of this article
Career Fair Held For Fairmont Southampton Staff
A career fair was held for people that worked at the Fairmont Southampton – which is temporarily closing for renovations resulting in hundreds of staff being made redundant – with over ten employers taking part. A Government spokesperson said, “Recently, the Junior Minister of Labour, Senator Arianna Hodgson gave opening remarks... Read more of this article
BPSU On Workplace Bullying & Harassment
“The BPSU is deeply committed to continue its work to ensure the workplace is a healthy environment, free of bullying, harassment, and discrimination,” BPSU President Armell Thomas said. Mr Thomas said, “One of the core principles of the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] is that all workers have the fundamental right to be treated... Read more of this article
MarketPlace Initiative To Hire Fairmont Workers
The MarketPlace today announced a “compassionate plan to hire redundant workers of the Fairmont Southampton.” A spokesperson said, “The MarketPlace aims to provide job opportunities for an unspecified number of hard-working individuals that are out of work by the closure of the Fairmont Southampton hotel. The roles will include floor... Read more of this article
Government & Bermuda Landscapers Association
The Ministry of Labour announced a partnership with the Bermuda Landscapers Association and the launch of a joint employment registration drive for landscaping professionals beginning Thursday [Sept 24]. A Government spokesperson said, “Those that are encouraged to register include persons who: have previous landscaping/gardening experience in a... Read more of this article
Bermuda Joins International Equal Pay Day
Bermuda is joining the rest of the world in celebrating the first International Equal Pay Day. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda is pleased to join the rest of the world in celebrating the first International Equal Pay Day, where we strive for change in the workplace by highlighting unjust practices and take the necessary steps to ensure... Read more of this article
2020 Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs
The 2020 edition of the Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs publication from the Department of Statistics has been released. Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert said, “The Employment Briefs provides a broad count of all filled jobs in the Bermuda labour market by selected demographics, industrial and occupational groups. “They examined... Read more of this article
Employers Responsibilities Toward Employees
The Ministry of Labour said they wish to “remind employers of their responsibilities toward employees as enshrined in the Bermuda Immigration and Protection Act and the Work Permit Policy.” A government spokesperson said, “The Ministry is fully cognizant of the financial challenges facing many employers. However, it must be noted that... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Burch Highlights Summer Interns
Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch highlighted summer interns working with the Ministry including Hezekiah Rampersad, Marcal Wilkinson, Sekai Wainwright-Basden and Ayana Bean, with Ms Bean becoming the first female Power Engineering Trainee to enter the Government Program since its inception. Speaking at a press conference today, Minister... Read more of this article
Employment Initiative Offers 12 Full Time Jobs
Through a collaboration with Pro-Tone Cleaning Services and Bermuda Cleaning, 12 Bermudians will have the opportunity to secure full-time employment over the next six months, the Ministry announced today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Labour is pleased to announce that through a collaboration with Pro-Tone Cleaning Services... Read more of this article
