From 2013 to 2023, the employment in the waste collection sector in the Netherlands showed fluctuations. The sector experienced a significant decline from 2013 to 2015, reaching its lowest point in 2015. Starting in 2016, there was mostly a steady recovery until 2020, where it peaked at 11.79 thousand FTE. However, from 2021 onward, employment began a slight decline, with minimal decreases through to 2023, which stood at 11.71 thousand FTE.
Notably, the last two years (2022-2023) indicated year-on-year variations of -0.23%, showing a relatively stable but slightly decreasing trend. The CAGR over the previous five years was at 1.29%, reflecting modest growth during that period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggests a slight continued decline in employment with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.18% and a forecasted 5-year growth rate of -0.88%.
- Potential impacts on employment could arise from increased automation, changes in waste management policies, and advancements in recycling technologies.
