Job prospects Cropsprayer Machine Operator near Steinbach (MB)

Over the past few years (2019-2021), there was a major labour shortage for General farm workers near Steinbach (MB). There were far 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 moderate for General farm workers (NOC 8431) in the Southeast region for the 2022-2024 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• 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 General farm workers in the Southeast region:

• Approximately 1,980 people work in this occupation.
• General farm workers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 80%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology