Job prospects Log Handler in the Moncton–Richibucto Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing in the Moncton–Richibucto Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing (NOC 95103) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

• Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 56%
  • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 18%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 14%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 7%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology