Job outlooks for Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations

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foreman/woman, machining tool operators (72010)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    Regional outlooks

  • Prince Edward IslandModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • 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.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Prince Edward Island:

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 56%
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 32%
      • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 323-324, 326-327, 331, 334-335, 337, 339): 12%
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 38% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 25% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

  • Nova ScotiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 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.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 38%
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 17%
      • Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 12%
      • Ship and Boat Building (NAICS 3366): 10%
      • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 5%
    • 71% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 19% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 94% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 6% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 12% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 44% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 25% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 7% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 37%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 33%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 30%

    • Cape Breton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 64%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 27%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 6%

    • Halifax Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 43%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 17%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 12%
        • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 9%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 8%

    • North Shore Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 44%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 26%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 23%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 7%

    • Southern Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 61%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 39%

  • New BrunswickModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 41%
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
      • Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 14%
      • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 7%
      • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 5%
    • 63% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 37% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 16% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 94% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 6% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 19% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 32% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

    Regional outlooks

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 55%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 23%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 22%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 54%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 22%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 18%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 6%

  • QuebecLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • 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.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Quebec:

    • Approximately 4,050 people work in this occupation.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 13%
      • Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 9%
      • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 7%
      • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 6%
    • 73% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 27% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 8% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 91% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 9% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 13% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 18% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 48% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 28%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 21%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 17%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 15%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 11%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 36%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 17%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 17%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 13%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 10%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 42%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 12%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 11%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 5%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 14%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 13%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 12%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 9%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 42%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 14%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 11%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 10%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 7%

    • Estrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 17%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 15%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 13%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 11%
        • Non-metallic mineral product manufacturing (NAICS 327): 11%

    • Lanaudière Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 25%
        • Electrical equipment, appliance and component manufacturing (NAICS 335): 14%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 14%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 9%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 9%

    • Laurentides Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 36%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 15%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 10%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 8%

    • Laval Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 1,170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 62%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 20%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 10%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%

    • Montréal Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 1,170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 630 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 28%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 11%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 7%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%
        • Electrical equipment, appliance and component manufacturing (NAICS 335): 6%

    • Outaouais Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 45%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 18%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 18%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 26%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 19%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 17%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 15%
        • Non-metallic mineral product manufacturing (NAICS 327): 8%

  • OntarioLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Ontario:

    • Approximately 5,600 people work in this occupation.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 23%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 21%
      • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 13%
      • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 10%
      • Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 8%
    • 80% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 27% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 5% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 10% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 21% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 35% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 27% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 7% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 750 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 33%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 19%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 8%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 8%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 28%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 21%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 21%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 17%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 12%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 850 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 25%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 22%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 21%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 10%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%

    • London Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the London region:

      • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 24%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 22%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 21%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 15%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 9%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 28%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 28%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 20%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 9%

    • Northeast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 38%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 17%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 13%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 8%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%

    • Ottawa Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 43%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 6%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 42%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 30%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 28%

    • Toronto Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 1,530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 21%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 12%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 32%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 18%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 13%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 10%

  • ManitobaLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 650 people work in this occupation.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 36%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 26%
      • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 15%
      • Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 12%
    • 81% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 19% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 14% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 24% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 31% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • North Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Southeast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Southeast region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 35%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 33%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%

    • Winnipeg Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 45%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 23%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 19%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 5%

  • SaskatchewanLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 900 people work in this occupation.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 27%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 20%
      • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 16%
      • Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 9%
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%
    • 79% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 16% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 24% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 55% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 12% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Northern Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Northern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Northern region:

      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 25%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 23%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 16%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 10%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 9%

    • Prince Albert Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Prince Albert region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Prince Albert region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 25%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 23%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 16%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 10%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 9%

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 25%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 23%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 9%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 39%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 21%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 13%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%

    • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 34%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 34%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 33%

  • AlbertaLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Alberta:

    • Approximately 3,700 people work in this occupation.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 30%
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 21%
      • Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 10%
      • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 6%
      • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 6%
    • 70% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 30% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 20% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 7% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 57% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 43%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 22%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 13%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

      • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 43%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 22%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 13%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%

    • Calgary Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 28%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 23%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 10%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 8%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 53%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 14%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%

    • Edmonton Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 930 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 35%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 22%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 6%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 5%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 41%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 33%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 20%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 7%

    • Red Deer Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Red Deer region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 20%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 18%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 18%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 12%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 12%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 65%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 13%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 11%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 10%

  • British ColumbiaLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 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.

    Some physical duties of this occupation could be performed by automation technologies, which may enable workers to do their jobs more efficiently. 

    The adoption of new technologies such as robotics (including autonomous vehicles, drones, sensors) integrated with digital innovations are expected to bolster industries including construction, manufacturing, transportation, warehousing, and trade.

    Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 2,550 people work in this occupation.
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 34%
      • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 28%
      • Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 9%
      • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 6%
    • 81% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 19% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 22% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 10% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 14% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 54% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 16% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Cariboo region:

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 69%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 16%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 14%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 1,750 people work in this occupation.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 31%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 28%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 6%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 5%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 38%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 36%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 10%
        • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 7%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 5%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 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 several 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 contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 48%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 26%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 13%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 5%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • NunavutUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

Related links

Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) - Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Labour Market Information Survey
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