The global mining and quarrying sector reveals a diverse employment landscape, with the United States and Australia leading in workforce numbers. In 2023, the U.S. saw a slight decline of 0.15% in employment, contrasting with Australia's 1.46% growth. European countries such as Germany and Spain experienced notable drops at 7.22% and 8.47%, respectively. Eastern European and smaller economies, including Hungary and New Zealand, faced significant decreases. Meanwhile, Sweden and Ireland showed positive growth, with increases of 2.38% and 1.89%. Iceland experienced the steepest decline at 12.94%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements and sustainable practices on employment. Automation and digitization could reduce labor needs in traditionally labor-intensive processes, while green technologies might create new roles. Countries heavily reliant on mining may focus on reskilling their workforce to adapt to these changes, potentially influencing employment trends in the sector significantly over the coming years.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Mining and Quarrying by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 676 | 2023 | -0.15% | -0.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Australia | 265.6 | 2023 | +1.79% | +1.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Chile | 211.7 | 2023 | +0.43% | +0.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Colombia | 196.6 | 2023 | -0.13% | +0.051% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 178.5 | 2023 | -2.08% | -1.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 57.85 | 2023 | -1.55% | -1.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 57.3 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 33 | 2023 | -8.33% | -7.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Japan | 29 | 2023 | -3.33% | -4.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 22.32 | 2023 | -4.95% | -3.98% | View data |
