Job prospects Aquaculture Worker in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

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

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The employment outlook will be moderate for Aquaculture and marine harvest labourers (NOC 85102) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many 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.

• These jobs are physically demanding and may be seasonal in nature.
• Candidates who express a willingness to work in rural and remote areas will have enhanced job prospects.

Here are some key facts about Aquaculture and marine harvest labourers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 580 people work in this occupation.
• Aquaculture and marine harvest labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Agriculture (NAICS 111, 112, 1151, 1152): 90%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 8%

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