The employment in the waste collection sector in Austria has shown a steady increase from 2013 to 2023. Starting from 9.06 thousand FTEs in 2013, the sector reached 10.93 thousand FTEs in 2023. Over the past two years, the sector experienced year-on-year variations of 1.97% in 2022 and 1.91% in 2023. The 5-year CAGR indicates an average annual growth of 2.02% from 2018 to 2023.
Key future trends to watch for include:
- The forecasted 5-year CAGR is 1.38%, suggesting a slower but steady growth rate.
- The total forecasted growth rate from 2024 to 2028 is 7.12%, culminating in an employment figure of 11.92 thousand FTEs by 2028.
- Technological advancements in waste management and the impact of environmental regulations could influence employment trends significantly.
