Welcome to the official web site for the Department of Labour and Training, Government of Bermuda.

Here you will find information on the programmes and services available from this Department. Access information on Government’s annual Summer Employment Programme (SEP) for Bermudian students, the Employment Act 2000, or the Bermuda Occupations Outlook Handbook, as well as, information on how we assist employers and employees in the resolution of disputes through conciliation, arbitration, workshops and seminars.

I invite you to explore this site and learn more about the Department and how it services the community of Bermuda. For further information, please contact us directly through the e-mail links or phone numbers contained within this site. I welcome your suggestions and feedback on how the Department of Labour and Training can enhance the range and quality of its services for Bermudians.

Terry E. Greene
Manager, Department of Labour and Training

Mission

“To promote and foster equal employment, training and development opportunities; facilitate good labour and industrial relations practices; and ensure a safe, healthy and harmonious working environment.”

The Department carries out this mission by providing:

• an industrial relations, advisory and conciliation service
•  assistance with job placement
• educational and training support
• a vocational assessment and guidance service

Through effective partnerships, creative leadership, and the active participation of Bermuda’s general public, the Department of Labour and Training conducts its business according to the following guiding principals:

Guiding Principles

Provide the Government and people of Bermuda with impeccable services.
Offer sound, impartial and timely advice, options and recommendations.
Be accountable and ensure value for money.
Be a fair and equal opportunity employer and to be the employer of choice.