Job prospects Concierge, Office Building in the Halifax Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Janitors, caretakers and building superintendents in the Halifax Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Halifax region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 1,430 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 46%
  • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 21%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology