Job prospects Stripping Shovel Operator in the Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Heavy equipment operators (except crane) in the Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula 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 Heavy equipment operators (NOC 73400) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula 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 a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Heavy equipment operators in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

• Approximately 2,670 people work in this occupation.
• Heavy equipment operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 64%
  • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 6%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology