Job prospects Bulk Materials Unloader 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 surplus

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Material handlers in the Fredericton–Oromocto. 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 Material handlers (NOC 75101) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • Not many 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 Material handlers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

  • Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Material handlers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 42%
    • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 18%
    • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 11%
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 8%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Labour market conditions over the next 10 years

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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Labour Market Information Survey
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