Job prospects Tunnelling Machine Operator in the Thompson–Okanagan Region
Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Heavy equipment operators (except crane)" in the Thompson–Okanagan Region or across Canada.
Current and future job prospects
These outlooks were updated on November 29th, 2023. Learn more about outlooks.
Recent trends from the past 3 years
Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Heavy equipment operators (except crane) in the Thompson–Okanagan Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.
Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology
Job outlook over the next 3 years
The employment outlook will be limited for Heavy equipment operators (NOC 73400) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2023-2025 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 Heavy equipment operators in the Thompson - Okanagan region:
- Approximately 2,770 people work in this occupation.
- Heavy equipment operators mainly work in the following sectors:
- Construction (NAICS 23): 62%
- Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 10%
Labour market conditions over the next 10 years
Find out what will be the job prospects for Heavy equipment operators (except crane) across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.
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