The employment in the Water Collection, Treatment, and Supply sector in Poland has shown a variable trend over the past decade. In 2013, the sector employed 31.28 thousand FTEs, slightly increasing to 31.97 thousand by 2016. Despite occasional declines, such as in 2015 and 2020, the employment numbers generally trended upward, reaching 33.44 thousand FTEs in 2023.
Year-on-year variations in recent years have shown low but positive growth rates, with a 0.67% increase observed in 2022 and a 0.66% increase in 2023. The CAGR over the last five years (2019-2023) stands at 0.25%.
Looking ahead, forecasts indicate continued growth, with employment expected to reach 34.51 thousand FTEs by 2028, reflecting a forecast 5-year CAGR of 0.5% and an overall 2.53% growth rate.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in water treatment and supply processes may affect employment demographics and required skills.
- Environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives can influence manpower needs.
- Economic factors and government funding in water infrastructure projects will play significant roles in shaping employment trends in this sector.