The global employment in sewerage, waste collection, treatment and disposal activities; materials recovery; remediation activities and other waste management services grew in 2023, with Italy leading at 167.2 thousand full-time equivalent units. France followed with 139 thousand units, while the Czech Republic, Netherlands, and Austria reported significantly lower figures at 41.2, 28.0, and 21.57 thousand units, respectively. Year-on-year growth in 2023 ranged from highs in Italy (1.83%) and France (1.5%) to more modest increases in Austria (1.04%) and the Czech Republic (1.02%), with the Netherlands seeing only a 0.73% increase.
Future trends to watch for global employment in this sector include:
- Increased emphasis on sustainable waste management practices, likely boosting job creation.
- Government regulations promoting cleaner technologies and recycling efforts.
- The impact of technological advancements automating waste management processes, which could both create new roles and reduce demand for traditional roles.
- Emerging markets increasing investments in waste management infrastructure, expanding job opportunities globally.
Top countries in Employment in Sewerage, Waste Collection, Treatment and Disposal Activities; Materials Recovery; Remediation Activities and Other Waste Management Services by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Thousand Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 167.2 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 139 | 2023 | +0.72% | +1.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 41.2 | 2023 | +0.99% | +1.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 28 | 2023 | 0% | +0.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 21.57 | 2023 | +1.13% | +1.04% | View data |
