A labour shortage has significantly impacted the transportation, handling, and logistics industries. While the factor of government restrictions related to the pandemic is no longer relevant, the scarcity of candidates remains.

It must be noted that recent economic factors also play a role in the job prospects within the workforce, which is somewhat slowing down employment opportunities for certain professions in more remote regions such as Côte-Nord or Nord-du-Québec.

As a result, the prospects for these professions are maintained moderately for new graduates and job seekers. In one of our articles, we indicated that the transport industry represents more than 55,000 jobs in the Montreal region alone.

Here are the main jobs available in 2023 for transportation, handling, and logistics.

Jobs in transportation

The road transport industry experienced a labour shortage in recent years, consequent to the pandemic. By extension, as was the case in many trades, the resulting restrictions affected truck drivers and contributed to premature retirements.

This represents an opportunity for future employees, especially with an average hourly wage of $25. This is an exciting avenue.

There are specific training programs that can help you secure employment more quickly in the transport industry, such as the Truck Transport DEP, Class 1 driver’s license, or Class 3 driver’s license. In general, employment prospects for new graduates are excellent.

The most demanded positions in the transport industry are:

Truck driver;
Class 1 driver;
Delivery driver,
And more.

Each job offers good prospects for individuals eager to climb the ranks or even venture into entrepreneurship.

Some recent statistics

93% of workers in this profession hold full-time positions.
In Quebec, 56% of truck drivers work year-round. As for other truck drivers, they operate approximately 34 weeks annually.
14% of employees in this field are self-employed.

Jobs in handling

In handling, the most sought-after job is that of a forklift operator. The main tasks of this profession include loading and unloading trailers. Still, the operator is also responsible for handling, counting, and storing goods.

To become a forklift operator, you must first complete the forklift training.

The profession offers intriguing opportunities, including positions as a transporter, warehouse operator, or manager within the warehousing industry.

Jobs in logistics

Two jobs in logistics are mainly available in the transportation industry: transport dispatcher and customs broker.

However, other jobs are in demand from various companies:

Warehouse supervisor;
Warehouse clerk;
Shipping and receiving assistant;
Production team leader;
And more.

Suppose you want to delve deeper into your search. In that case, there are less common professions, such as becoming a flagger, buyer, or logistics manager. Otherwise, an order picker or even a stevedore in the port industry could fulfill your needs.

Improved working conditions

The role of recruitment specialists is also to advise employers on attracting the best candidates and, above all, retaining them! As a result, more and more transport companies offer a more comprehensive range of benefits and evolving working conditions that greatly benefit employees.

Finding a job quickly

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