Transport and Logistics
Transport & Logistics Occupations
The below average employment annual growth rate over the five-year period primarily relates to a fall in the number of taxi drivers employed. Almost all employed in these occupations were male and the higher than average share aged 55 years and older suggests that replacement demand may be an issue in the short- to medium term. Although the number of online job adverts (Eurostat/CEDEFOP) declined in 2023, it was by a far smaller share than the overall average. Upskilling and reskilling will continue to be a key feature for these occupations as digitalisation and sustainable practices change the nature of the work. Supply chain challenges and fuel costs also remain as challenges for these roles, particularly given the continuing geo-political tensions.
Skills shortages:
HGV drivers
Bus & coach drivers