Hashtag: #EmploymentInBermuda
Column: Effectiveness Of Govt Economic Policies
[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Leslie Robinson] Bermuda’s labour market is showing substantial growth under the strong economic leadership of the Progressive Labour Party Government, as reported in the recently released Labour Force Survey Report [November 2022]. Bermuda’s working population has returned to near pre-Covid levels, increasing... Read more of this article
Video: Labour Force Survey Report Released
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward held a press conference to formally release the November 2022 Labour Force Survey Report from the Department of Statistics, with the report stating that Bermuda’s unemployment rate was recorded at 3.1%. Minister Hayward said, “Good Afternoon/ Today I am pleased to formally release the November 2022 Labour... Read more of this article
Domestic Workers Entitled To Minimum Wage Act
“Domestic workers, whether full-time or part-time and living in or out of their employer’s home, are entitled to receive the minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40 as of 1 June 2023,” the Ministry said today. A Government spokesperson said, “With the implementation of the national minimum hourly wage and considering the number of queries... Read more of this article
BILTIR Welcomes 29 Student Interns
Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] have a record number of Bermudian students for the annual BILTIR Intern Programme. A spokesperson said, “This year, BILTIR member companies are welcoming twenty-nine students from across the island, beating last year’s record of twenty-six. The students will join BILTIR companies... Read more of this article
Paid One Year Internship At London Office
The Cabinet Office invites “Bermudian graduates to apply for a paid one-year internship within the Government of Bermuda London Office.” A Government spokesperson said, “Successful applicants will gain invaluable experience in assisting on the Government’s portfolio in the UK and Europe. This will also include first-hand experience... Read more of this article
FoodHub To Hold ‘Hiring Blitz’ On Fri & Sat
FoodHub will be hosting another Hiring Blitz at their new St. George’s location on King’s Square this Friday [June 30] and Saturday [July 1] from 10.00am to 6.00pm. A spokesperson said, “We’re looking to hire Waiters, Bartenders, Dining Room / Catering Manager, Baristas, Cleaners and more.” To learn more visit FoodHub.bm. Related... Read more of this article
ABIR Welcomes Sakile Zuill And Cree Dunn
The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] has welcomed Sakile Zuill and Cree Dunn as summer interns. A spokesperson said, “The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] has doubled up its summer internship program, welcoming two interns for the first time, with Sakile Zuill and Cree Dunn assisting ABIR’s Policy and... Read more of this article
PwC Survey: The Great Resignation Continues
PwC released the 2023 Hopes and Fears Global Workforce Survey which “details the attitudes and behaviours of nearly 54,000 workers in 46 countries and territories.” A spokesperson said, “Despite a softening economy globally, ‘The Great Resignation’ looks to continue. One in four [26%] employees say it is likely they will change... Read more of this article
Athene Life Re Hosts Inaugural Career Expo
Athene Life Re hosted its inaugural Life Career Expo on June 13th at Pier 6 in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “This year’s event brought together nearly 300 attendees and featured young Bermudians speaking about their career experiences, panels with industry experts, and roundtable discussions on industry topics such as job candidate branding... Read more of this article
Photos: Seven Graduate From Bacardi Program
Seven people – Seth Somner, Kneiko Brimmer, Detre Virgil, Kierra Lee, Dante Trott, Sarzjae Minors, and Sahlay Govia – graduated from Bacardi‘s Shake Your Future program. “I was delighted to celebrate this incredible initiative that has improved the lives of seven young people and positively impacted Bermuda’s Hospitality... Read more of this article
FoodHub Restaurants Holding ‘Hiring Blitz’ Today
FoodHub, Tribe Dining, and Pinky’s Drive Thru are hosting a “hiring blitz” today [June 21]. A spokesperson said, “Are you looking for a job? FoodHub, Tribe Dining and Pinky’s Drive Thru have partnered up to host a hiring blitz. “Last week, Marico Thomas announced that Pinky’s Drive Thru has reopened with new reduced prices,... Read more of this article
Govt: Changes To Financial Assistance
The Government is “amending the Financial Assistance Act 2001 and the Financial Assistance Regulations 2004 to provide abled-bodied financial assistance recipients who reach the maximum period of seven years during a fiscal period with a reduced award until they can secure gainful employment or progress out of eligibility.” A Government... Read more of this article
Guide To The Minimum Hourly Wage Rate
The Government has released a 14-page guide about the new minimum wage which came into effect on June 1st 2023, marking the first time in Bermuda history that the island has had a minimum wage. The document notes, “If you are working in Bermuda, you are entitled to receive a minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40″ and explains that “the... Read more of this article
Minister On Minimum Wage Regulations
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward provided an overview of regulations pertaining to the new minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40 that took effect on June 1st. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 2] the Minister said, “I am pleased to rise today to provide to the Members of this Honourable House an overview of the Employment... Read more of this article
Video: Fairmont Southampton Career Fair
Fairmont Southampton is holding a career fair and “anyone with experience in the trades – including electricians, plumbers, carpenters and masons – is encouraged to apply.” The career fair will continue today [June 2] and is being held in the lobby of the Fairmont Southampton today from 4.00pm to 7.00pm. Related Stories Video: Fairmont... Read more of this article
Video: Press Conference On Minimum Wage
“It is estimated that hundreds of workers across Bermuda will receive a pay increase due to the newly enacted National Minimum Hourly Wage Rate,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said today, while Premier Burt said “the implementation of a minimum wage is more than just a policy; it is a symbol of our commitment to fairness,... Read more of this article
