Job prospects Greenhouse Labourer in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Nursery and greenhouse workers" in the Fredericton–Oromocto or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on November 29, 2023.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Balanced

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Nursery and greenhouse workers 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

Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Nursery and greenhouse labourers (NOC 85103) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
  • 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 Nursery and greenhouse labourers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

  • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Nursery and greenhouse labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Agriculture (NAICS 111, 112, 1151, 1152): 62%
    • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 38%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Labour market conditions over the next 10 years

Find out what will be the job prospects for Nursery and greenhouse workers across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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Labour Market Information Survey
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