The employment in the waste collection sector in Belgium stood at 3.24 thousand FTE in 2023. Historical data show a fluctuating trend, with notable variations such as a sharp decline by 26.49% in 2014 and significant recovery by 38.87% in 2015. More recently, the sector experienced minor declines in 2022 and 2023 with year-on-year variations of -0.76% and -0.74% respectively. The 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) prior to forecasting stood at -1.95%, indicating a downward employment trend.
Future forecast anticipates a continued slight decline with a projected 5-year CAGR of -0.58% and an overall growth rate of -2.89% by 2028. This suggests a gradual reduction in sector employment over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements leading to automation in waste collection.
- Regulatory changes impacting workforce needs.
- Economic conditions affecting waste generation and recycling efforts.
