In 2023, the employment in the Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities sector in Italy was 175.49 thousand full-time equivalents. From 2024 to 2028, the projected employment is expected to increment steadily, reaching 187.35 thousand in 2028. Year-on-year growth remains consistent, near 1.4% to 1.5%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is approximately 1.3% per year.

Future trends to watch for include:

Innovation in sustainable technologies which may drive new roles and specializations.
Regulatory changes that might affect employment levels.
Potential impact of economic fluctuations on public and private infrastructure investments.