Job prospects Forest Nursery Labourer in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Nursery and greenhouse workers in the Fredericton–Oromocto. 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 good for Nursery and greenhouse labourers (NOC 85103) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

• A flexible schedule is an asset as work may be seasonal and/or part-time.
• This occupation is physically demanding and may require lots of time spent in a warm area.

Here are some key facts about Nursery and greenhouse labourers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Nursery and greenhouse labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Agriculture (NAICS 111, 112, 1151, 1152): 62%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 38%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology