Top 10 in demand Jobs in Alberta

Alberta is the fourth-largest province in Western Canada and is also known as the "Economic Engine of Canada." The province has a favorable tax environment and affordable living costs. It is a developing and prosperous province with many job benefits and opportunities for foreign workers.
 

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Top in-demand jobs in Alberta

The table below has the list of top 10 in-demand jobs in Alberta with NOC codes and salaries.

Job Prospects	NOC Code	Annual Income
Registered Nurses	31301	119,340.00 CAD
Paramedical Occupations	32102	82,233.16 CAD
Software Engineers and Developers	21231	122,413.20 CAD
Retail Sales Supervisor	62010	58,039.84 CAD
Restaurant and Food Service Managers	60030	693,172.36 CAD
Transport Truck Drivers	73300	74,279.20 CAD
Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics	72401	104,725.24 CAD
Brick Layers	72320	103,742.14 CAD
Pulp Mill Machine Operators	93120	114,130.75 CAD
Human Resource Manager	10011	140,356.34 CAD

 

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Top 10 in demand occupations in Alberta, Canada

 

Registered Nurses Jobs in Alberta

Registered nurses not only provide healthcare but also ensure that the public has primary health education. They also assist in administration and the research team. The nurses possess skills such as coordination and leadership among interdisciplinary departments and the ability to think quickly and critically.

 

For Registered Nurses, a Bachelor's degree in nursing validated by ECA and registration with CARNA are required.

 

• Number of job openings: 38,900 openings
• NOC code: 31301
• Average annual salary: 119,340.00 CAD

 

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Para Medical Occupation Jobs in Alberta

Paramedics provide the required medical services in case of emergencies. There are three types of people that fall under this category, that are:

 

1. Emergency medical responder (EMR)
2. Primary care paramedic (PCP)
3. Advanced care paramedic (ACP)

 

• Number of job openings: 6,300 openings
• NOC code: 31302
• Average annual salary: 82,233.16 CAD

 

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Software Engineers and Developer Jobs in Alberta

The IT industry in Alberta has raised more than $2.7 billion in venture capital funds, creating more jobs for software engineers and developers. The engineers and developers are responsible for designing and working on the software applications, information warehouse, and telecommunications, running a database, and working with operating systems.

 

• Number of job openings: 4,700 openings
• NOC code: 21231
• Average annual salary: 122,413.20 CAD

 

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Retail Sales Supervisor Jobs in Alberta

The retail industry in Alberta provides employment for nearly 15% of the province population. As a retail supervisor the person is responsible for various tasks such as training the sales worker and assigning them duties. They also need to supervise the staff in the establishment they work in.

 

• Number of job openings: 95,700 openings
• NOC code: 62010
• Average annual salary: 58,039.84 CAD

 

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Restaurant and Food Service Manager Jobs in Alberta

The primary responsibility of a restaurant and food service manager is to plan and organize the day-to-day operations of establishments such as bars, restaurants, cafes, and other related food and beverage services. They have full and direct control over these activities.
 

• Number of job openings: 12,600 openings
• NOC code: 60030
• Average annual salary: 693,172.36 CAD

 

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Transport Truck Driver Jobs in Alberta

There are various types of truck drivers, such as tractor-trailers, long-haul truck drivers, and short-haul truck drivers. Truck drivers are mainly employed in various sectors, such as moving and distribution, transport agencies, and manufacturing companies.

 

• Number of job openings: 38,300 openings
• NOC code: 73300
• Average annual salary: 74,279.20 CAD

 

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Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Jobs in Alberta

Heavy-duty equipment mechanics are employed by industries that use heavy equipment or dealers of heavy equipment. These mechanics are responsible for maintaining, repairing, overhauling, troubleshooting, and adjusting heavy-duty equipment.

 

• Number of job openings: 16,900 openings
• NOC code: 72401
• Average annual salary: 104,725.24 CAD

 

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Pulp Mill Machine Operator Jobs in Alberta

Pulp Mill Machine Operators monitor various machines and equipment and assist with different tasks related to producing, coating, and finishing paper. These people are employed by pulp or paper-making companies.

 

• Number of job openings: 9,432 openings
• NOC code: 93120
• Average annual salary: 114,130.75 CAD

 

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Human Resource Manager Jobs in Alberta

With the increasing job opportunities and growth in the business sector, a huge demand for Human Resources has been generated. The average increase of 2% from 2019-2023 has increased the market share of Human Resources to $445 million.

 

• Number of job openings: 2,500 openings
• NOC code: 10011
• Average annual salary: 140,356.34 CAD

 

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Brick Layers Jobs in Alberta

Bricklayers prepare and lay bricks and other units required in constructing and repairing various structures, such as patios, walls, hoses, fireplaces, gazebos, arches, and chimneys. Construction companies mostly hire bricklayers.

 

• Number of job openings: 1,700 openings
• NOC code: 72320
• Average annual salary: 103,742.14 CAD

 

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