Alarming shortage of skilled workers: 152,267 places vacant in the region!

Alarming shortage of skilled workers: 152,267 places vacant in the region!

The alarming number of 152,267 Open spots in Austria shows how dramatic the shortage of workers is. WB General Secretary Kurt Egger warns: "In order to secure the competitiveness of our location, it is urgently needed to reduce the inconsistency costs, because the work factor is too expensive." This primarily affects the trade with 25,878 open spots as well as the areas of electrical engineering, electronics, telecommunications and IT with 23,081 free positions. As an immediate measure, Egger demands incentives for overtime and relief for full -time forces to reduce the pressure on the industries.

In a comprehensive report by the WB position monitor, the current job offers were listed in various sectors. Mechanical engineering, where 18,246 positions are vacant, as well as the health and care industry with 18,737 open positions are particularly affected. Egger emphasizes that it is time to think about a degressive unemployment benefit in order to bring employees into new jobs faster. "There must be no bans here in the government negotiations," said Egger. The situation is becoming increasingly critical, and fast relief measures are essential to prevent further job losses.

growing opportunities in industry

In addition to the challenges, there are also positive news from industry. Companies such as the wood material manufacturer Egger employ a total of 185 employees in their two locations in Bevern and Marienmünster. Wood fibers are produced there for the furniture industry. The close connection to the region and the focus on employee satisfaction are decisive factors for the success of the company. "The friendly coexistence and the well -being of our employees are our top priority," emphasizes the company. The attractive environment in Marienmünster with its leisure activities and the proximity to larger cities also offers quality of life for employees who often stay in the company in the long term.

The situation on the labor market urgently requires politics and at the same time established companies offer opportunities for employment. The current developments in the labor market outline a picture that shows both challenges and opportunities.