Job prospects Skid-steer Loader Operator in the Halifax Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Heavy equipment operators (except crane) in the Halifax Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Heavy equipment operators (NOC 73400) in the Halifax region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few 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.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Heavy equipment operators in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 560 people work in this occupation.
• Heavy equipment operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 65%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%
  • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 9%
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology