About Company
Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels, a pioneer and leader in the Mauritian tourism industry, has been crafting unforgettable experiences for guests for over 70 years. Renowned for its exquisite collection of resorts across Mauritius, including prestigious properties within the stunning Black River District, Beachcomber is deeply committed to excellence, continuous learning, and fostering a supportive environment for both guests and employees. We believe in nurturing talent and ensuring the highest standards in all our operations, which encompasses robust internal and external training and certification programs designed to elevate skills and expertise across our diverse workforce.
Job Description
Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels is seeking a meticulous, vigilant, and highly reliable Exam Invigilator to join our dedicated team in Chamarel, Black River District. In this crucial part-time role, you will be instrumental in upholding the integrity and fairness of various examinations and assessments conducted within our facilities. These assessments may include internal staff certifications, professional development courses hosted by our training academies, or academic tests facilitated for our partners. The ideal candidate will possess an unwavering commitment to impartiality, exceptional observational skills, and the ability to maintain a calm yet authoritative presence. You will be responsible for ensuring strict adherence to examination protocols, providing a conducive and equitable testing environment for all candidates, and expertly managing any issues that may arise with the utmost professionalism and discretion. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the high standards of a prestigious hospitality group while ensuring the credibility and validity of vital assessment processes, thereby supporting ongoing learning and development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare examination rooms according to specified layouts, ensuring all necessary materials (e.g., examination papers, answer sheets, stationery, relevant equipment) are accurately and sufficiently distributed.
- Clearly and concisely communicate examination rules, regulations, and instructions to all candidates before the commencement of each examination session.
- Vigilantly monitor candidates throughout the entire examination period, ensuring strict adherence to rules, promoting fair play, and actively preventing any instances of malpractice, cheating, or unauthorized communication.
- Respond calmly, respectfully, and effectively to candidate queries or concerns regarding the examination process, escalating complex problems to the appropriate administrative personnel when necessary.
- Accurately manage the collection of all examination papers, answer sheets, and related materials at the conclusion of each session, ensuring every item is meticulously accounted for.
- Complete and submit all required invigilation reports, precisely documenting any incidents, observations, or irregularities that occurred during the examination in a timely manner.
- Maintain a quiet, orderly, and focused testing environment, actively minimizing any potential distractions for all candidates to ensure optimal performance conditions.
- Strictly adhere to all data protection, confidentiality, and privacy guidelines pertaining to examination materials, candidate information, and assessment results.
- Assist candidates with technical issues related to computer-based tests, if applicable, or direct them to relevant support staff.
Required Skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong observational abilities.
- Ability to remain calm, composed, and authoritative under pressure.
- Excellent verbal communication skills for clear instruction delivery and interaction.
- High level of integrity, impartiality, and professional discretion.
- Strong organizational skills to manage room setup, material distribution, and collection efficiently.
- Proven ability to enforce rules fairly, consistently, and respectfully.
- Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and potentially managing digital examination platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in an invigilation, supervisory, proctoring, or teaching assistant role.
- Experience working in an educational institution, corporate training environment, or hospitality setting.
- Familiarity with various examination procedures, security protocols, and academic integrity policies.
- A relevant certificate or diploma in administration, education support, or a related field.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive hourly or monthly remuneration, commensurate with experience.
- Flexible working hours tailored to examination schedules, offering a good work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work with and contribute to the high standards of a leading, reputable hospitality brand in Mauritius.
- A professional, supportive, and respectful working environment.
- Direct contribution to the integrity and effectiveness of crucial learning and development programs.
- Potential for cross-training and exposure to various departmental functions within the resort group.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply directly through our official Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels careers portal by clicking the link provided below. Please ensure your application highlights your experience in supervision, your meticulous attention to detail, and your unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity. We highly encourage applicants to provide a comprehensive cover letter detailing their suitability for this specific role and how their skills align with the responsibilities outlined. We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming you to our team.