Executemps Ltd.

❗️EMPLOYERS ❗️
Bermuda Job Connect is live.
On Monday 6 April this new platform went live.
🔹️You will no longer have access to your old Job Board account. The launch is not being run in tandem with the old system.
🔹️Did you download all of your last adverts? If not, for each advert you will have to fill in you post details from scratch.
🔹️Unable to sign in? Reach out to DWD.
🔹️Signed in but can't create a post? Understand that there are glitches.
🔹️DWD has weekly online training sessions, on Wednesdays ONLY. Register, but have your questions ready (about your glitches) to put in the chat.
🔹️Good ahead and run your RG advertisement to get your process started. No, I don't know what/if considerations are being made about being unable to post on Job Connect in a timely manner as a result of the glitches.

We've been here before, during Covid and when the Government system was hacked. Pack your patience, this is another long ride but they are working on it.
Regards,
Michelle White

Bermuda Job Connect is finally LIVE!

The Department of Workforce Development is proud to announce that Bermuda Job Connect is officially open for applications and job posting. This is Bermuda’s national platform for professional growth and workforce connection.

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Don’t wait. The bridge to your future is now open.

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Michelle White

What a unique 📣 Early-Years' Employment Opportunity 📣 On 31 January 2026, Wadson's Farm is inviting your little ones to the farm! Check this out ... Sharing with Michelle White also Elicia Hollis and your little Sweetpeas

Do you have a little one who is curious about farm life and loves machines? Join us Saturday, January 31 for Touch-a-Tractor where they'll have the opportunity to sit on real farm tractors and explore the farm.

This is a free event; however we kindly ask you to sign your child(ren) up using the link below to ensure fair and uncrowded access to the equipment.

https://form.jotform.com/260132404938049

📣Employment Opportunity 📣

Interested in joining our team? We're hiring a full-time Facility Manager.

The successful applicant will play a critical role in managing the U.S. Consulate's Facility Management Department and will oversee all aspects of our facility operations.

For more information on how to apply for this position, please visit our website: http://bm.USConsulate.gov/jobs

All applications must be submitted directly to the online application website: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/bmu/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

📣Employment Opportunity 📣

Interested in joining our team? We're hiring a full-time Executive Assistant.

The successful applicant will perform a full range of administrative and executive assistant duties for the Consul General, including scheduling appointments and meetings, drafting and preparing correspondence, and planning events.

All applications must be submitted directly to the online application website: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=zvfyufl3pt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=71468&orgId=120

Why would YOU want to be a KITCHEN PORTER❓
DID YOU KNOW that the Kitchen Porter is the 'health officer' in a kitchen?
- sanitizing to help keep customers healthy
- creates a safe clean area for colleagues to work
- helps the kitchen to run smoothly by ensuring that kitchen tools are available to serve meals throughout the night
- are often the last to leave and trusted with the "keys to the business"
So the Kitchen Porter is not just "any job" it is one of responsibility, attention to detail, one that demands trust and accountability.
Here's the key 🔑to accomplish the above you must show up...you must keep to the assigned schedule...you must be present and take this job seriously...show up...keep schedules...
- BE THE LEADER IN THE KITCHEN.
- take pride in the work that you do and the role that you play.
- DON'T SETTLE FOR MEDIOCRITY, your important role awaits you.

Executemps Ltd.

📣📣Immigration Matters 📣📣 Are you regularized?
Unless you have a work permit, are the dependant of a work permit holder, or are in possession of a letter granting you permission to seek employment, you must have permission to reside and to work in Bermuda.

If you are a non-Bermudian resident in Bermuda, and
- are divorced (have a decree nisi)
- are no longer employed (you were terminated)
- know that your work permit has expired but don't know if a new permit is in progress
- are no longer employed (left employment while waiting for a new permit in progress)
- are no longer in school (no longer a student) and have no post secondary education plans.. then this notification may affect you!

Don't know the expiration of your work permit because your employer will not give it to you? The work permit document is YOURS and the employer MUST give it to you so that you can know the expiration of your own work permit!

Regards,
Michelle White
Executemps Ltd.
Immigration Specialist




Michelle White

Reminder from the Department of Immigration: Living in Bermuda without proper permission—whether overstaying or failing to maintain legal residency—can result in immediate departure orders and placement on the Bermuda Stop List.

If you’re aware of a residency concern or need clarification on immigration requirements, visit www.gov.bm/department/immigration or call 246-8093.

Minister Alexa Lightbourne stated:

"Workforce Competence...

To bring people on the journey, our workforce must be prepared for the transition. This removes reliance on external expertise; electricians, solar installers, energy auditors, battery technicians, grid operators, data specialists, supervisors, inspectors, and project managers. Before forging ahead with change at scale, we must equip Bermudians with the skills to build and maintain these systems. This is how resources remain at home, show tangible investment in our people, deliver lower bills and better service. "

Now let's go back to the closure of the Fairmont Southampton hotel and the announcement of it's anticipated reopening...

At what point within this 5 year period was there a push for talent sourcing, skills training/education, awareness of career opportunities...simple readiness?

There has been no announcement (that I have been made aware of and please point me in that direction of info if I speak put of turn) of (1) exactly how many attended the "recruitment drive" this summer, (2) how many remained in the industry during this period but now seek this new opportunity, (3) how many are already employed, in another industry, but are seeking new opportunities, (4) if there were any persons educating themselves, upskilling for this opening, (5) how many were recent graduates eager to start their career.

At the end of the day, I guess my only question should be: How many Bermudians have actively made themselves ready to be one of the hundreds of employees of this NEW Princess Hotel?

I've been making this 📣 call but have not seen any movement towards readiness.

What I continue to see is: Resumes that are not up to date Resumes with unexplained gaps Contact information that is not current Phone numbers that are out of order Applicants not following the instructions within the advertisement:
- provide recent WRITTEN employment references does not mean simply providing the name of someone, it means a letter.
- if you have NEVER held a role similar to the one being advertised, include a letter to explain how/why you should be considered for the post anyway.
- submit your resume/application package according to the options in the advertisement. Short cuts, is not a sign of creativity, you will be marked for not following instructions and not considered an applicant. Example, sending the resume to an email (main office email) when the business has a specific recruitment or jobs email (that was identified in the advert) OR delivering the resume to the office when the advert clearly says to not to.
- not following instructions by NOT providing references
- not providing a resume when one is required to be submitted
- being a NO SHOW for an interview WILL mark you as unreliable.

Simply put, applicants are not caring about their job search and how they are presenting themselves. The above issues should NOT be concerns in 2025!

There appears to be the expectation (or entitlement) that they are Bermudian and therefore must be considered for employment whether instructions are followed or not.
..And here we are again, with another hotel being refurbished...I repeat my call
📣ARE YOU GETTING READY?📣

Now, as Minister Lightbourne suggests, "...our workforce must be prepared for the transition...electricians, solar installers, energy auditors, battery technicians, grid operators, data specialists, supervisors, inspectors, and project managers..."

I don't profess to have a crystal ball, but maybe someone should!

Many young Bermudians are abroad studying subjects because they enjoy the subject matter. Maybe their educational focus can be successful if they were aware of the needs within these fields. They may be young adults in age but not in exposure or experience... 'they don't know what they don't know'. In addition, there may be some young adults who could not afford to study abroad. How do are they made aware of these growing opportunities? How can they be encouraged to pivot their education?

As a small business owner I remain hopeful that the light would switch on.

As Executemps Ltd. advertises for vacancies and assists employers with work permits, I have not seen that light switch on as of yet. Employers rely on our expertise to fill their vacancies and truth be told, they want dependable, reliable, motivated, energetic, focused, friendly and switched on employees who have a positive work ethic.

What does this mean?
Showing up to work, when it is raining (yes this is a thing!) Getting to work early (arriving on time truly means that you are already late!) If customer facing, must remember that the next customer may be your next employer. Wearing company issued uniform or company compliant attire (and not that of your previous employer OR your personal side business) - yes that is a thing too!

If you are a job seeker, I hope this food for thought will get you back on track.

If you are a developer or maker of new and progressive opportunities, be encouraged to promote the importance of readiness long before you need to fill your anticipated vacancies.

Michelle White
Owner of
Executemps Ltd.

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Well it's that time of year again, we reflect on our heritage and celebrate the milestones that have been made along the way by closing the office to allow time for family and friends.
Wishing you a safe and festive holiday.
May the best team win!💙 🩵 🪼 🥣 💧 🌀 👗 💎 🧢
Michelle White