Industries experiencing labor shortages in France include manufacturing, engineering, construction, hospitality, and agriculture. This issue is compounded by the country's growing ageing population, which suggests an increasing dependence on foreign workers to meet the demand for the most sought-after job roles.
The latest EURES report identifies 95 occupations facing shortages in France, including:
- Manufacturing laborers not otherwise classified
- Civil engineering laborers
- Fishery and aquaculture laborers
- Domestic cleaners and helpers
- Earthmoving and related plant operators
- Mobile farm and forestry plant operators
- Heavy truck and lorry drivers
- Bus and tram drivers
- Electrical and electronic equipment assemblers
- Mechanical machinery assemblers
- Stationary plant and machine operators not otherwise classified
- Pulp and papermaking plant operators
- Food and related products machine operators
- Sewing machine operators
- Metal processing plant operators
- Craft and related workers not otherwise classified
- Tailors, dressmakers, furriers, and hatters
- Cabinet-makers and related workers
- Bakers, pastry cooks, and confectionery makers
- Butchers, fishmongers, and related food preparers
These roles are crucial to the functioning of various sectors and highlight the need for targeted workforce development and potentially increased immigration to fill these gaps.
Conversely, the report has identified six occupations in surplus in France, indicating that candidates in these fields may face low chances of finding employment. These professions are:
- Shop supervisors
- Other artistic and cultural associate professionals
- Visual artists
- Journalists
- Authors and related writers
- Other music teachers
This surplus suggests a highly competitive job market for individuals in these roles.