Job prospects Public Works Maintenance Equipment Operators Supervisor near Saanich (BC)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews near Saanich (BC). 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 moderate for Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews (NOC 72021) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

• Approximately 1,030 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 86%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology