Job prospects Manual Cable Ferry Operator in the Cape Breton Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Boat and cable ferry operators and related occupations in the Cape Breton Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Boat and cable ferry operators and related occupations (NOC 75210) in the Cape Breton region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• A moderate number of 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 Boat and cable ferry operators and related occupations in the Cape Breton region:

• Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Boat and cable ferry operators and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 82%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 18%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology