Job prospects Forklift Truck Operator in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Material handlers" in the Fredericton–Oromocto or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on November 29, 2023.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour shortage

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Material handlers in the Fredericton–Oromocto. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

Job outlook over the next 3 years

Good

The employment outlook will be good for Light duty cleaners (NOC 65310) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Light duty cleaners in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

  • Approximately 1,070 people work in this occupation.
  • Light duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 42%
    • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 18%
    • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 11%
    • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 9%
    • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Job prospects elsewhere in Canada

Find out what will be the job prospects for Material handlers across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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