Survey indicates conservative hiring climate
Niagara Falls area employers expect a conservative hiring climate for the third quarter of 2019, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey.
“Survey data reveals that 20 per cent of employers plan to hire for the upcoming quarter, while three per cent anticipate cutbacks,” said Erica Melarangeli of Manpower’s St. Catharines office.
The remaining 77 per cent of employers, she added, plan to maintain their current staffing levels in the upcoming quarter.
Meanwhile, Fort Erie employers expect a subdued hiring climate for the third quarter.
“Survey data reveals that 13 per cent of employers plan to hire for the upcoming quarter, while seven per cent anticipate cutbacks,” Melarangeli said. “The remaining 80 per cent of employers plan to maintain their current staffing levels in the upcoming quarter.”
Overall, Manpower says steady gains in employment are anticipated by Canadian employers over the next three months. Employers in the public administration sector report the strongest job prospects.
The survey of over 1,900 employers across Canada revealed that 19 per cent of employers plan to increase their staffing levels in the third quarter of 2019, while three per cent anticipate cutbacks.
“Following a moderately upward swing in job growth at the start of 2019, the market is expected to grow through the next quarter,” said Darlene Minatel, country manager for ManpowerGroup Canada.
“Employers in Canada continue to struggle with talent shortages and are increasingly interested in hiring teachable candidates. Talent shortages are also leading many companies to offer more full-time roles.”