Job prospects Loader Operator - Construction in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region

Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Heavy equipment operators (except crane)" in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on November 29, 2023.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour surplus

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Heavy equipment operators (except crane) in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Heavy equipment operators (NOC 73400) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Heavy equipment operators in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

  • Approximately 790 people work in this occupation.
  • Heavy equipment operators mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 51%
    • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212-213): 16%
    • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Labour market conditions over the next 10 years

Find out what will be the job prospects for Heavy equipment operators (except crane) across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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Labour Market Information Survey
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