In 2023, the number of employees in the Sewerage, Waste Collection, and Management Services sector in Austria stood at 22.9 thousand persons. Examining the past decade, we see an overall upward trend in employment with some year-on-year fluctuations. From 2013 onwards, annual increases usually hovered around 1-2%, with a noticeable drop in 2020 (-0.86%) likely due to pandemic-related factors. This was followed by a swift recovery with a 2.43% increase in 2022. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the last five years averaged 0.88%, indicating steady but modest growth.
Looking ahead, forecasts suggest a continued increase in employment, growing from 23.12 thousand persons in 2024 to 23.64 thousand by 2028. This forecasted period sees a more conservative average growth rate. The five-year CAGR from 2024 to 2028 is expected to be around 0.45%, reflecting slower growth but likely stability.
Key Future Trends to Watch For:
- Technological advancements and automation in waste management.- Increased focus on sustainable practices and circular economy principles.- Potential regulatory changes impacting labor needs.- Shifting societal attitudes towards waste and resource management.
