Here are 10 professions that will be recruiting and offering great career opportunities in 2024!
Carpenter – Joiner
Carpenters and joiners work with passion and precision, carving wood to give life to useful objects and magnificent structures. These craftsmen require in-depth knowledge of materials and the ability to interpret complex plans.
The joiner CAP, available on a sandwich course, is the gateway to this creative world, promising over 15,000 job opportunities.
Salaries start at the minimum wage and can rise to €1,800 gross per month with experience, offering the prospect of advancement to workshop management or specialization in high-end creations.
Mechanic
Mechanics are the backbone of the automotive, industrial and agricultural sectors, repairing and maintaining machinery. This crucial role requires not only technical expertise, but also the ability to adapt to innovations.
Training, via a CAP or BAC pro, is essential to access this profession. Demand is constant, and the most experienced can earn up to €4,500. Mechanics can also consider a career move into garage management or specialization in specific technologies.
Plumber
The plumber, often called in urgently to solve plumbing problems, plays an indispensable role in any construction project. Technical skills and the ability to work in confined spaces are essential.
A CAP (vocational training certificate) in plumbing installation is recommended for starting out in this profession, for which over 22,000 opportunities are opening up.
Salaries range from minimum wage to €5,000 per month for entrepreneurs, with prospects for advancement to company management or specialization in eco-responsible technologies.
Baker
The bakery profession is an art form that encompasses the creation of breads, viennoiseries and, in some cases, pastries. It requires a mastery of ingredients, as well as expertise in kneading, fermenting and baking methods.
Although they start their day very early, they make sure their creations are ready to welcome the day’s first customers. They are also required to adhere to rigorous hygiene standards, manage inventory and, on occasion, lead a team.
Remuneration varies according to popularity and location, but promises a rewarding career for dedicated artisans.
Electrician
As the guarantor of the safety and efficiency of electrical installations, the electrician must not only keep pace with technological developments, but also comply with strict safety standards.
Training, accessible via a CAP or BAC pro, opens the way to nearly 14,000 positions, with earnings of up to €5,000 for the self-employed.
Electricians can go on to supervise teams or specialize in renewable energies.
Locksmith
The locksmith’s trade extends to the handling and expertise of both the mechanical and electronic components of locking devices. This role goes far beyond traditional tasks such as making keys or opening locked doors. It also encompasses the installation of modern locks, the repair or replacement of damaged locks, the integration of sophisticated security solutions and, in some cases, the provision of building security advice.
With the rapid advance of technology, locksmiths must also master electronic and digital locking systems. Their field of activity varies from specialized locksmith companies, to security agencies, to self-employment.
The average entry-level salary is around 3,386€ gross per month, reflecting the value and expertise provided by professionals in this field.
The roofer
The roofer is a roofing specialist, ensuring the watertightness and durability of buildings. This profession, which demands prudence and technical skills, offers stable employment prospects, with remuneration reflecting experience and specialization.
Roofers can move into business management or specialize in environmentally-friendly roofing.
Welders
Welding involves the assembly and repair of metal parts using a variety of welding methods. This task requires expertise in handling specialized tools, and adherence to precise standards.
A thorough knowledge of the characteristics of different metals, safety measures and the equipment required is essential. Welders find opportunities in many sectors, such as construction, automotive and manufacturing.
The advantages of this profession include the high demand for these specialized skills, the diversity of industries in which to practice, the opportunities to travel and work on various job sites, the satisfaction of working with your hands, and the potential to achieve high salaries as experience and accreditations are gained.
The pastry chef
The pastry chef, creator of delicate desserts, combines creativity and precision to delight the taste buds. The CAP Pâtissier opens the way to this artistic career, with varied job prospects in different work environments.
Remuneration is attractive for experienced chefs, with opportunities for advancement to pastry shop management or specialization in different areas.
Landscape gardener
Landscape gardeners transform green spaces into living works of art, requiring in-depth knowledge of horticulture and a passion for landscape design.
With an industry in short supply, job prospects are promising, offering variable remuneration depending on projects and experience. Landscape architects can look forward to career advancement into company management or specialization in large-scale landscaping projects.
We can observe a significant shortage of manpower in many traditional trades, despite the many attractions they offer. Faced with this challenge, companies are finding it difficult to attract candidates, highlighting the urgent need to upgrade these professions and attract new professionals.
These trades, although centuries old, are modernizing by incorporating new technologies, demonstrating their ability to evolve with the times. To safeguard these precious skills and attract new talent, it’s essential to adopt strategies that focus on career guidance, apprenticeships and open days.
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