Job prospects Forklift Truck Operator in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Material handlers in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Material handlers (NOC 75101) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several 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.

• Materials handlers are employed by transportation, storage and moving companies, as well as in warehouses throughout a variety of sectors. 
• This work is physically demanding and involves handling heavy loads.
• The majority of materials handlers are employed in Moncton and Saint John, where the majority of the province's industrial activity takes place. Both are significant railway hubs, while the latter is also home to the Port of Saint John, which is New Brunswick's largest port.

Here are some key facts about Material handlers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 630 people work in this occupation.
• Material handlers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 33%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 18%
  • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 10%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology