Government extends list of closed job categories
The Ministry of Economy and Labour has extended a moratorium on new work permits covering a range of job categories for another three months.
The moratorium on 46 closed categories and 11 restricted categories was set to end on Friday, but has been extended until August 31.
The application process for restricted jobs is the same as that for the open category, except that the employer must apply for a maximum term of one year and submit evidence that candidates recommended by the Department of Workforce Development were appropriately considered.
The DWD is expected to respond to inquiries by employers within ten working days.
If no response is received, employers may submit the application with written evidence that they made inquiries.
Partners of a Bermudian, Permanent Resident’s Certificate holders, non-Bermudians on a work permit and other legal residents of Bermuda can apply to seek employment.
Partners who do not have permission to reside can apply to reside and look for work.
A department spokesman added: “The Ministry of Economy and Labour’s main aim is always to ensure the effective use of policies that create job opportunities for Bermudians.
“Closed and restricted job categories encourage companies to consider and develop Bermudians in the workforce.
“As the employment landscape in Bermuda continues to shift, policy amendments will reflect the changes in demand.”
• Anyone looking to build skills and employability can register with the Department of Workforce Development at dwd@gov.bm and explore education options through Bermuda College at www.college.bm
The full list of closed job categories includes:
1. Administrative Assistant
2. Airline Ground Agent
3. Bank Teller
4. Carpet Installer
5. Cashier
6. Childcare Assistant
7. Courier
8. Customer Care/ Service Rep
9. Debt Collector
10. Deckhand
11. Dispatcher Road Transport
12. Entertainer/ Musician
13. Executive Secretary/Assistant
14. Fisherman
15. General Bartender
16. General Labourer
17. Golf Instructors
18. Grocery Packer
19. Guest Service Agent
20. Handyman
21. HR Officer/ Manager
22. Intern
23. Laundry Attendant
24. Legal Clerk
25. Librarian
26. Office Receptionist
27. Painter
28. Para-Professional
29. Photographer
30. Pool/Beach Attendant
31. Public Relations Officer
32. Real Estate Agent
33. Retail Floor Supervisor
34. Room Attendant
35. Salesperson
36. Seasonal Work Permits
37. Security Guard
38. Senior Clerk
39. Taxi Driver
40. Teaching Aide
41. Technician salesperson
42. Telephone Switchboard Operator
43. Tourist Retail Salesperson
44. Travel Agent/ Consultant
45. Wallpaper Technician
46. Warehouse Clerk
The full list of restricted job categories includes:
1. Dish/ Pot Washer
2. Electrician
3. General Carpenter
4. General Mason
5. Kitchen Assistant
6. Kitchen Porter
7. Landscape Gardener (Entry Level)
8. Plumber
9. Residential/ Commercial Cleaner
10. Tennis instructor
11. Waiter/ Server
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