Job prospects Housekeeper in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Home support workers, housekeepers and related occupations in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie 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 good for Light duty cleaners (NOC 65310) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie 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.

Here are some key facts about Light duty cleaners in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

• Approximately 7,410 people work in this occupation.
• Light duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 43%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 10%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 10%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology