Job prospects Mining Machinery Mechanic in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics in the Fredericton–Oromocto. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics (NOC 72400) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several 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 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 51%
  • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 40%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology