Job prospects Receiver in the Moncton–Richibucto Region

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Shippers and receivers in the Moncton–Richibucto Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be good for Shippers and receivers (NOC 14400) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 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 a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Shippers and receivers are found in most industries, though would be in greater demand in wholesale and retail trade enterprises.
• Job prospects will be enhanced for candidates with experience working with hoists or winches; dollies and hand trucks; pallet lifters; industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts.
• Forklift operator training and a valid driver's license is required for positions where this equipment is in use. Most positions are physically demanding, often requiring some lifting. However, computer literacy is also an asset and a familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet software packages is particularly valuable.

Here are some key facts about Shippers and receivers in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

• Approximately 860 people work in this occupation.
• Shippers and receivers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 32%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 13%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%
  • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 5%

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