Job prospects Ironworker in the Red Deer Region

Over the past few years (2020-2022), there was a large labour surplus for Ironworkers in the Red Deer Region. There were far more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Ironworkers (NOC 72105) in the Red Deer region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Ironworkers in the Red Deer region:

• Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Ironworkers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 91%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology