The trucking and logistics sector is demonstrating continued resilience with positive job growth according to Trucking HR Canada’s latest Labour Market Information (LMI) snapshot.

However, the report highlights a critical shift in labour demands, moving away from traditional driver roles towards a broader range of positions within the industry. This trend presents a challenge for employers who must adapt their recruitment and training strategies to attract and retain skilled workers in these emerging areas. The focus on non-driver occupations underlines the increasing complexity and diversification within the sector, likely driven by factors such as technological advancements, supply chain optimization, and evolving consumer expectations.

Key Takeaways:

Job Growth: The Canadian trucking and logistics sector experienced job growth in Q2 2024, adding 13,600 jobs (a 1.8% increase) compared to Q2 2023.

Shifting Labour Needs: Growth was primarily in non-driving roles, with transport truck driver positions increasing by a marginal 0.1% (200 drivers).

Recruitment Challenges Persist: While overall labour supply is up, 40% of sector employers anticipate ongoing difficulty recruiting and training for non-driver roles.

Labour Supply Trends: The sector's labour supply reached over 801,000 workers in Q2 2024. While this represents a slight dip from the previous quarter, it's still a 2.8% increase (21,800 workers) year-over-year.

Read the full Q2 2024 LMI Snapshot on the Trucking HR Canada website.