Job prospects Live-in Housekeeper in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Home support workers, housekeepers and related occupations in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be very good for Light duty cleaners (NOC 65310) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

• Light duty cleaners are employed in a variety of industries but are most common in hotels and motels, hospitals, nursing homes, and cleaning service providers.
• Light duty cleaners are often required to stand for long periods of time and must be adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Certification may be required by some employers.

Here are some key facts about Light duty cleaners in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 1,120 people work in this occupation.
• Light duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 35%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 19%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 12%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 11%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology